You Are My Sunshine - Ricky Nelson - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"You Are My Sunshine" is American old-time country music standard that was originally popularized by Jimmie Davis and Charles Mitchell in 1939. As one of Louisiana's state songs, owing to Jimmie Davis's significant ties to the area, it's a beloved melody associated with heartwarming sentiment and a deep-rooted cultural tradition. It's been performed by many musicians, one of which is Ricky Nelson, who released the song as a single in 1959. Known for his rockabilly style, the singer took this classic and infused it with a unique energy. Rather than a melancholic ballad, Ricky Nelson’s "You Are My Sunshine" bursts forth with a driving backbeat and rollicking guitars, culminating in a spirited solo. Featured as a bonus track in future reissues of his album More Songs by Ricky (1959) and again spotlighted in the 2000 compilation Legacy, Ricky Nelson's rendition is a refreshing take on a well-worn standard.