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The Hit Song ‘Choosin’ Texas’ Hits a Nerve: Is Texas the South?
Summary by The Austin Editorial Desk · As published by nytimes.com
· September 4, 2026
· 1 min read
A publication discusses the popularity of "Choosin' Texas". This topic is explored in an article. The article is available from The New York Times. It provides information about "Choosin' Texas"…
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Key takeaway Further details about this topic can be found in the article, including the context of the phrase "Southern Hit" and the significance of not referring to Texas as Southern.
A publication discusses the popularity of "Choosin' Texas". This topic is explored in an article. The article is available from The New York Times. It provides information about "Choosin' Texas" being a hit. Further details about this topic can be found in the article, including the context of the phrase "Southern Hit" and the significance of not referring to Texas as Southern.
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Published: September 4, 2026 ·
Source: nytimes.com ·
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