Delta Dawn - Tanya Tucker - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Delta Dawn" by Tanya Tucker is a significant song in country music history, released when she was just 13 years old. Written by Alex Harvey and Larry Collins, the song came out in April 1972 and became a hit, reaching number 6 on the US Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 72 on the Billboard Hot 100. The song tells the story of a faded Southern belle named Delta Dawn who roams her town with a suitcase, waiting for a mysterious man who promised to take her to his mansion. This narrative reflects themes of lost love and shattered dreams, encapsulated by the hauntingly beautiful melody and the singer’s powerful vocal delivery. Tanya Tucker's version of "Delta Dawn" is notable for its a cappella intro, which was a suggestion by producer Billy Sherrill. The song’s success marked the beginning of her illustrious career, establishing her as a formidable talent in the country music scene. The song has been covered by numerous artists, including Bette Midler and Helen Reddy, whose version reached number 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in 1973.