The Shelly West Jose Cuervo song was released as a single in February 1983 to great commercial success. This song reached #1 on the Billboard Country Singles chart starting May 7, 1983. The song tells the story of a woman who wakes up after a fun night of partying after drinking plenty of Jose Cuervo (a popular tequila brand).
Shelly West, the daughter of legendary country singer Dottie West, was chosen to record “Jose Cuervo” because of her distinctive voice and ability to convey the song’s playful tone. She had already scored several hits of her own, including “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma,” a duet with David Frizzell. Watch the live performance video and see the written lyrics below.
Shelly West Jose Cuervo Live Performance Video
“José Cuervo” is a song written and originally recorded by Cindy Jordan in 1982.
Shelly West Jose Cuervo Lyrics
… Well it’s Sunday Mornin’
And the sun in shinin’
In my eye that is open
And my head is spinnin’
Was the life of the party
I can’t stop grinnin’
I had to much Tequila last night
… Jose Cuervo you are a friend of mine
I like to drink you with a little salt and lime
Did I kiss all the cowboys?
Did I shoot out the lights?
Did I dance on the bar?
Did I start a fight?
… Now wait a minute
Things don’t look to familiar
Who is this cowboy
Who’s sleepin’ beside me?
He’s awful cute, but how’d I
Get his shirt on?
I had to much Tequila last night
… Jose Cuervo you are a friend of mine
I like to drink you with a little salt and lime
Did I kiss all the cowboys?
Did I shoot out the lights?
Did I dance on the bar?
Did I start a fight?
… All those little shooters
How I love to drink ’em down
Come on bartender
Let’s have another round [Modulates]
Well the music is playing
And my spirits are high
Tomorrow might be painful
But tonight we’re gonna fly
… Jose Cuervo you are a friend of mine
I like to drink you with a little salt and lime
Every time we get together
I sure have a good time
You’re my friend
You’re the best
Mi amigo
(Tequila)
… Jose Cuervo you are a friend of mine
I like to drink you with a little salt and lime
Did I kiss all the cowboys?
Did I shoot out the lights?
Did I dance on the bar?
Did I start a fight?
… Jose Cuervo you are a friend of mine
Despite its popularity, “Jose Cuervo” also sparked controversy among some who felt that the song promoted excessive drinking. Some radio stations even refused to play the song because of its references to alcohol. However, supporters of the song argued that it was simply a fun and lighthearted tune that should not be taken too seriously. In the years since its release, “Jose Cuervo” has become a classic in country music and is still played frequently on radio stations and at parties.
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