"Luckenbach, Texas (Back to the Basics of Love)" is a song recorded by American country music artist Waylon Jennings. It was released in April 1977 as the first single from the album Ol' Waylon. It was written by Chips Moman and Bobby Emmons.

When was the song Luckenbach Texas released?

Released on April 11th, 1977, “Luckenbach, Texas” was Jennings' first crossover hit as a solo artist, rising to Number 25 on the Billboard 200 chart.

What's the story behind Luckenbach Texas?

According to the Texas State Historical Society, the town was founded by German farmers, including the Engel and Luckenbach families, in the late 1840s, known by the name of South Grape Creek. The Luckenbach family opened a general store and a saloon and eventually a dance hall in the town.