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The 1941 song features lyrics by June Hershey and music by Don Swander. In 1942, Five versions of the song were on the Billboard charts, with three in the top 10. "Deep in the Heart of Texas" spent five weeks at the top of Your Hit Parade in 1942 during its twelve weeks stay.
Mar 27, 2018 · This legendary song was written by Don Swander and June Hershey, with the former writing the song’s melody and the latter writing its lyrics. The song was first released in 1942 by several artists, including Perry Como (also known as Mr. C) alongside Ted Weems and His Orchestra, Alvino Rey and Bing Crosby alongside Woody Herman.
Written by Don Swander and June Hershey, “Deep In The Heart Of Texas” perfectly encapsulates the beauty and spirit of the Lone Star State. The lyrics paint a vivid picture of the Texan landscape, with lines like “The prairie sky is wide and high” and “The rabbits rush around the brush.”.
Aug 1, 1996 · Don Swander, who more than a half century ago said he was "ashamed" that he had written the musical classic "Deep in the Heart of Texas," died Sunday in Las Vegas where he had lived for the past...
Jan 25, 2022 · Swander was an Iowa-born, Washington-bred piano prodigy, while Hershey hailed from Los Angeles. The closest the duo ever came to the rustler’s life of saddlebags and six-shooters...
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Jul 10, 2023 · UNT A Cappella: Deep in the Heart of Texas - Don Swander. University of North Texas College Concerts. 48.8K subscribers. Subscribed. 68. 4.7K views 10 months ago. Deep in the Heart of Texas...
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Don Swander was born on 25 March 1905 in Marshalltown, Iowa, USA. He is known for The Founder (2016), Whip It (2009) and W. (2008). He died on 28 July 1996 in Las Vegas, Nevada, USA.
