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Exciting New Bill Aims to Give Louisiana 2 Beloved State Songs
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Why have one when two is twice as nice? That seems to be the piece of wisdom that applies to the situation surrounding the state song of Louisiana. Before I continue the story of how we might soon be doubling up on the musical theme(s) that define our state - do you know what the
current state song is? As it stands right now, the 1970 tune penned by Doralice Fontane “
Give Me Louisiana,” holds that honor.
If you didn t know, don t beat yourself up - you aren t alone. Many long-time Louisiana residents mistakenly thought it was our very own former Gov. Jimmie Davis’ version of “
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On a day filled with blue skies and sunshine, a historical marker honoring the late Gov. Jimmie Davis was unveiled at the entrance of Louisiana College Friday.
Davis, who died at the age of 101 in 2000, served as governor from 1944-1948 and from 1960-1964. He s one of Louisiana College s most notable alums having graduated from the private Baptist college in 1924 with a degree in history. He earned a master s degree from Louisiana State University in Baton Rouge and started a career in music and politics. And he penned the song, You Are My Sunshine in 1940 earning a Grammy Award.