Willie Nelson – Seven Spanish Angels
“Seven Spanish Angels” is a country song written by Troy Seals and Eddie Setser. It was first recorded by Seals and Crofts on their 1974 album Unborn Child. The song was later covered by Willie Nelson, whose version became a major hit in 1984.
Background and composition
“Seven Spanish Angels” was written by Troy Seals and Eddie Setser in 1973. The song was inspired by the story of a group of Spanish missionaries who came to the Americas in the 17th century. The song’s lyrics tell the story of the missionaries’ journey and their work to convert the Native Americans to Christianity.
Recording and production
Willie Nelson’s version of “Seven Spanish Angels” was recorded in 1984 at the Sound Emporium Studios in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Chips Moman.
The recording features Nelson’s vocals accompanied by a simple acoustic guitar arrangement. Nelson’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“Seven Spanish Angels” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
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- The song was originally written by Troy Seals and Eddie Setser.
- Willie Nelson’s version of the song was released in 1984.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
- “Seven Spanish Angels” has been covered by many artists, including Julio Iglesias, Plácido Domingo, and The Irish Tenors.