Merle Haggard - Footlights

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  • čas přidán 14. 12. 2009
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  • @JMSTiger
    @JMSTiger Před 4 lety +186

    I always tell people it is like this: There is Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, Hank Williams, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and George Jones. You rank em how you like. But, those are the greatest. I love them all intensely. However, I have to put a thumb on the scales for Merle.

    • @kathrinemore1075
      @kathrinemore1075 Před 3 lety +8

      Yes 'n God Blessed my family, for Merle and Johnny being our cousins! Amen!

    • @jaybrown4857
      @jaybrown4857 Před 3 lety +7

      David has to be in there.

    • @jaybrown4857
      @jaybrown4857 Před 3 lety +3

      What about david

    • @JMSTiger
      @JMSTiger Před 3 lety +3

      @@jaybrown4857 David Allan Coe???

    • @jaybrown4857
      @jaybrown4857 Před 3 lety +4

      @@JMSTiger yes he's hard to beat. Idk if he's any better but he is sure up there

  • @vsetkoumiera7683
    @vsetkoumiera7683 Před 9 měsíci +9

    Damn I’m betting that just like myself there’s a lot of us 70’s babies that this song hit home to

  • @marilynmccormick3731
    @marilynmccormick3731 Před 5 lety +17

    George Jones is considered king of country, but for me, It's always been Merle Haggard. I never tire of his mellow country voice. True country.

  • @jim5746
    @jim5746 Před rokem +12

    You can see Bonnie Owen's in the background just in awe of his vocal talent.

    • @johngilbanni5891
      @johngilbanni5891 Před 2 měsíci +2

      I don’t know that anyone else ever had that kinda range and ability to hang onto a note.

    • @user-eo7li5ug5e
      @user-eo7li5ug5e Před měsícem +2

      Loved him always❤️

  • @artforward431
    @artforward431 Před 7 lety +123

    You know whether you like country music or not you have to admit he had the most terrific Voice and a great instrumentalist I've listened to Merle since I was seventeen years old and he's my favourite of all time. Sure going to miss him. There will never be another to take his place. You sure can relate.

    • @valientevaliente9473
      @valientevaliente9473 Před 3 lety +4

      i agree.

    • @cnjoora
      @cnjoora Před 2 lety +4

      I can relate. I never seem to get enough of him.

    • @richardsecules7994
      @richardsecules7994 Před 2 lety +4

      You and me both. My favorite of all time. Absolutely loved his style and voice. Thank you Hag.

    • @bfwinkler
      @bfwinkler Před 2 lety +3

      Absolutely!

    • @ek19106
      @ek19106 Před 2 lety +4

      there'll never be another

  • @Hagfan789
    @Hagfan789 Před 11 lety +17

    Boy ain't that Bonnie sumthin...how many years she spent singing behind Merle & she Always looks like there's no place she'd rather be. God Bless her.

    • @user-eo7li5ug5e
      @user-eo7li5ug5e Před měsícem +2

      She never stopped loving and worshiping her special man Merle. They were so perfect together. He must have broken her heart many times but she was always there for him ❤️

  • @sooz9433
    @sooz9433 Před 2 lety +25

    The perfect voice.
    This man was a National Treasure. 🎼🖤

  • @tnturner1959
    @tnturner1959 Před 6 lety +26

    Thank you Merle for showing us what country music is all about.

  • @kentuckywildcat5489
    @kentuckywildcat5489 Před 8 lety +75

    I'm 41 years old and I ain't got no place to go when it's over. Damn legend and legends will go on forever. RIP. You where country music.

    • @Forevertrue
      @Forevertrue Před 3 lety +2

      I am old. And Sometimes I can hardly wait to get there for Jimmy, Momma, Merle, Johnny, John, Buck, Roy, Roy, and so many more that spelled out the word greatness.

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      Just can't stop listening to this songs, just can't stop thinking about the youthful days, you seem to love the music alot right, I can tell from your comment, they will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate them so dearly.....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there right ????

    • @mthibodeaux
      @mthibodeaux Před 2 lety +2

      I heard from a reliable source that he wrote this song with Red Simpson in mind. Pretty effing awesome

  • @codysimpson9789
    @codysimpson9789 Před 8 lety +227

    There's no way it gets any better than this. Love and miss ya Merle. R.I.P

    • @robertlindsay2131
      @robertlindsay2131 Před 7 lety +8

      that's for sure

    • @daleledbetter3265
      @daleledbetter3265 Před 7 lety +12

      You have it right Cody Simpson. The Great Hagg! If you do not love this you need to have a head check up! Gotta love Hagg. We all have to go sooner or latter. He sure had a super great run.

    • @jeremypritchard11
      @jeremypritchard11 Před 6 lety +1

      Misery and gin.. Kern River..

    • @timlee2926
      @timlee2926 Před 6 lety +1

      Don Williams was up therr

    • @johnnycherry5604
      @johnnycherry5604 Před 5 lety

      Simply the best

  • @emmitt1
    @emmitt1 Před 8 lety +11

    I love Bonnie's reaction at 3:00. She loved that guy. RIP

  • @waynehall7499
    @waynehall7499 Před rokem +6

    Nothing like this coming out of Nashville now. Glad I can still see Merle on video

  • @chevy2599
    @chevy2599 Před 8 lety +15

    Ah... Footlights, gotta be my all time favourite. Thank you Merle.

  • @user-cb3ui3oo8s
    @user-cb3ui3oo8s Před měsícem +2

    Only Merle could Write Songs as inspiring as this 1. I Love it. Speaks volumes. Turn it up and reflect on his greatness. I learn a lot when I Listen to Deep Lyrics like this. God Bless you Bonnie and the boys. Proud of you all; we all are. Dream it and Be It. I think that's what the Hag did. Soon I'll see ya in Heaven our friend.

  • @dennisw5591
    @dennisw5591 Před 6 lety +5

    Merle Haggard was George Jones' favorite singer, and this was his favorite song. That speaks volumes in my book.

  • @trufflehound
    @trufflehound Před 7 lety +452

    Merle Haggard is the greatest country singing star that ever was. That's all there is to it.

  • @janetfarris3739
    @janetfarris3739 Před 2 lety +27

    Many of my favorite songs by Merle Haggard. I will never cease to stop loving and missing him 😢😔🙏

  • @dannyroode5445
    @dannyroode5445 Před 2 lety +30

    Merle Haggard, greatest country singer, songwriter ever, hands down! His music covered so many different things about livin’ and life in general! He’s missed everyday, however he’s left us with a gift…..that gift is his music! RIP Merle, forever in the hearts of your many country music fans and country music fans in general!

  • @deliman9710
    @deliman9710 Před 4 lety +47

    Merle Haggard's "strangers" were a classy set of musicians.

  • @querymark7289
    @querymark7289 Před 4 lety +14

    I think he sounds better live than in the studio, just dang awesome

    • @bobbydee1187
      @bobbydee1187 Před 6 měsíci

      Studios just don’t do the job. Live is always better . Swift has to use vocal correct tuning. Haggard never had to. He was Natural.

  • @unaupardapautu7180
    @unaupardapautu7180 Před 3 lety +22

    "Tonight we"ll kick the footlight out again..." oh how i love the Hag and his music... No one come close to this man.. RIP

  • @bigcountry9210
    @bigcountry9210 Před 2 měsíci +1

    How I would love to have these days back.

  • @mariahickson4369
    @mariahickson4369 Před 6 lety +23

    What a voice ,what a brain ,what a genius.

  • @NCcowboys84
    @NCcowboys84 Před 10 měsíci +3

    And once again.....I'm here and this song still hits ❤..........let's go ❤

  • @dalejones2574
    @dalejones2574 Před 3 lety +15

    We lost country when we lost Merle! He had the ability to reach into our heart and some how soothe the hurt! What a tremendous talent! Rest In Peace Merle you were the best!

  • @gamecockbuddy
    @gamecockbuddy Před 11 lety +57

    Merle is the true KING of country music!!

  • @janetfarris3739
    @janetfarris3739 Před 2 lety +3

    Guess we. will never get over the loss of Merle Haggard

  • @ranchodeluxe1
    @ranchodeluxe1 Před 8 lety +23

    Can't help but think that Hoss, Hag and Patsy are making sweet music in heaven.

  • @johnkinsley742
    @johnkinsley742 Před 9 lety +12

    Im 65 and have allways loved this wonderful music Keep singing merle.

  • @MrRamblinfever
    @MrRamblinfever Před 14 lety +10

    what a legend,truly the best singer i have not only his guitar skills,but his voice was so rich....real country back then

  • @firefighterjake93602
    @firefighterjake93602 Před 7 lety +17

    so graciously walked away without a curtain call...RIP hag.

  • @crazyhorse7584
    @crazyhorse7584 Před 2 lety +2

    This show took place in 1987 at The Concord Pavilion in California. Merle WAS Country Soul.. R.I.P. Hag

  • @flospiegel881
    @flospiegel881 Před 7 lety +67

    The greatest friend a song ever had. 'I'll never get over his passing because he helped me get through. some of the hardest times of my life. To me, in my heart, he was family.
    R.I.P. HAG ! you earned it buddy

    • @char4him99
      @char4him99 Před 7 lety +7

      His songs brought me thru some dark times. This is both my sad music and my just living my life music.

    • @johnmurray9572
      @johnmurray9572 Před 7 lety +3

      Charlotte Dickson nu

    • @timwilson8118
      @timwilson8118 Před 3 lety +2

      @@char4him99 Me too.

    • @koko-pu5vn
      @koko-pu5vn Před 2 lety +1

      God Blessed you Merle. There'll never be another like you like you!! RIP.

  • @merlehaggardtopfan1439
    @merlehaggardtopfan1439 Před 8 lety +25

    I was lucky enough to see him do this song last year. I was in the front row. Greatest time of my life!

  • @lionheart1867
    @lionheart1867 Před 6 lety +10

    New country music might be tired but it ain't haggard? Merle is the greatest of all time! RIP Hag!

  • @williamjarman9076
    @williamjarman9076 Před 2 lety +12

    That song has some great lyrics. How many times do you think Mearle went on stage feeling bad. Those footlights bright and in his face. But still had to smile for his fans. I think Mearle went down fast after he realized it was over as far as tours go. Grew up on Mearle and still listening at 63. What a great songwriter, musician and singer. There aren't many that were ever out there like that. ( Hank William's, Mearle Haggard, Kris kristofferson , Willie Nelson, Bob Dylan) They were songwriters first . And wrote many songs for many different artist including themselves, but out of all who among these greats I still have to say Hank William's and Mearle Haggard will always be at the top of the list. Takes a different breed to be able to do what Hank, Mearle, Kris, and Bob did . Songwriters first as I said and always Mearle Haggard will be my favorite of all time.

  • @ronaldjohnson902
    @ronaldjohnson902 Před 8 lety +35

    Saw my friend Merle in 1982. Had a few drinks with him and a few members of his band. RIP my friend. Will see you on the other side. I'm hurting today! Your friend Ron.

  • @stevekurtz8033
    @stevekurtz8033 Před 8 lety +3

    sure miss him!!

  • @symunut9316
    @symunut9316 Před 3 lety +4

    Watching Bonnie Owens in the background and she's in total awe of Merle. Imagine getting the show she got from him every night for all those years. I think he amazed her over and over again!

  • @lilfranke5966
    @lilfranke5966 Před 10 lety +42

    I'm 15 years old and country music has no place to go when it's over, so tonight we'll listen to haggard and jones, and kick out today's country songs.

    • @philw8049
      @philw8049 Před 9 lety +2

      Preach it lil franke!

    • @dennismackey8169
      @dennismackey8169 Před 9 lety +9

      ....15 huh?....well little brother....keep the faith.....there are enuff of u youngins who love the classics of
      country....to spawn a whole new generation of "legends in the making"......

    • @emmarobertson2117
      @emmarobertson2117 Před 9 lety +12

      I was 15 when I started listening to country legends and I will never stop

    • @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711
      @garydaltonolecountrymusic2711 Před 6 lety +2

      Word brotha

    • @forestmullins761
      @forestmullins761 Před 3 lety

      I used to listen to George strait a lot when I was eleven and twelve then by the time I was thirteen I found merle haggard the fugitive was the first song I heard by him and I loved it and before you know it I’m a big fan of Hank Williams and George Jones and earnest tubb bob wills and stuff

  • @SeanTaniane
    @SeanTaniane Před 12 lety +51

    Merle Haggard, what can I say? Merle Haggard is one of the finest American Country Singers that ever lived.

    • @maryberg2159
      @maryberg2159 Před 3 lety

      K

    • @roederjeanette3087
      @roederjeanette3087 Před 2 lety

      Yes sir he is ...

    • @michaell5811
      @michaell5811 Před 2 lety

      Cash found him Johnny is the king

    • @scottweindegher
      @scottweindegher Před 2 lety +1

      @@michaell5811 the story like that but as I hear he has a voice before cash came. But everything has way so that the story will go on.

  • @ToddZilla813
    @ToddZilla813 Před 2 lety +2

    No better country song is known to mankind.

  • @robertwootton2761
    @robertwootton2761 Před 4 lety +23

    I listened to Merle's music more than any other country singer. He is truly my favorite.

  • @DH-ib9xc
    @DH-ib9xc Před 4 lety +2

    merle is one of those fuckers you hear his music then you see him sing live and It’s like god damn ain’t one bone in his body that wasn’t blessed

  • @mikegorrono6346
    @mikegorrono6346 Před 8 lety +25

    This is the song that says it all ...about his work!

    • @honestbutugly
      @honestbutugly Před 7 lety +2

      asked him once what was his most honest and real song , this was it

  • @KFost1030
    @KFost1030 Před 9 lety +10

    Started singing this song when I was a teenager. Now I am almost 41, like he says in the song. Time flies.

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @travishill2725
    @travishill2725 Před 7 lety +54

    Dear Merle Haggard you are sorely missed !

  • @wouldyalookatthat8045
    @wouldyalookatthat8045 Před 8 lety +25

    We'll miss you. We loved you and we still do. You may not be with us anymore but your music will always stay.

  • @TheMaddog72
    @TheMaddog72 Před 8 lety +23

    R.I.P. Merle you are the best ,will always play your songs !!!

  • @JAYRADO08
    @JAYRADO08 Před 2 lety +11

    This is the best version. When the live version is better than the studio version that’s a great artist

  • @dzidraveveris-akesonveveri9779

    My Favorite Country Singing Hero and Comforting Footlight - Merle - God bless him! Thank you for the Music!

  • @tanya4025
    @tanya4025 Před 8 lety +5

    will still play this song over and over....

  • @vic81635
    @vic81635 Před rokem +2

    Merles girl 4EV 💯🌹🥰 I FELL FOR HIM AT 7 YRS YOUNG..I AM 56 NOW AND I LOVE EVERY SONG ...STILL NOW TO ETERNITY 🙂😍

    • @vic81635
      @vic81635 Před 9 měsíci

      ​@Davidholton0207 THUTH WINS LIES GET REWARDS ACCORDINGLY

  • @rogerrambo2653
    @rogerrambo2653 Před 7 lety +9

    The best of all time ------total package !!!!!!!!! Merle Haggard

  • @Hagfan789
    @Hagfan789 Před 10 lety +21

    It just amazes me, you look in every Merle video & Bonnie is always into it & smiling...she always has that look like there is no other place she'd rather be than singing behind Merle..What a great lady. btw. this song was off Merle's 1979 album "Serving 190 Proof".

    • @rolytougas2603
      @rolytougas2603 Před 10 lety +1

      I believe "Serving 190 Proof" was released in 1988

    • @Hagfan789
      @Hagfan789 Před 10 lety +1

      Roly Tougas Well Roly, all my sources say "Serving 190 Proof" was released in May of 1979. If you have something that says different..I would love to check it out...

    • @rolytougas2603
      @rolytougas2603 Před 10 lety +4

      Roly Tougas Further research tells me you are indeed correct sir

    • @ksr9t
      @ksr9t Před 10 lety +3

      Did you know that "Today I Started Loving You Again" was about Bonnie Owens and Merle She was married to Merle and Buck Owens (not at the same time lol)

    • @nedrabradley7837
      @nedrabradley7837 Před 6 lety +4

      Hagfan789 He always loved and needed Bonnie.

  • @benitapretti5689
    @benitapretti5689 Před 8 lety +30

    So long Mr. Haggard. ThankYou for bein here a while.

  • @carolynbozeman3763
    @carolynbozeman3763 Před 7 lety +9

    I grew up on his music, he was only four years older than .

    • @kennethwoodland152
      @kennethwoodland152 Před 3 lety

      Hi, how are you doing?

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @donnasloan2227
    @donnasloan2227 Před 5 lety +6

    King Of Country Music forever! Rest easy Hag, your still the best ♥️

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @carolwaller1741
    @carolwaller1741 Před 7 lety +39

    Never will there be another mighty Merle!!!!😝😭😭😭

    • @jamiemartin1793
      @jamiemartin1793 Před 5 lety +2

      Amen

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???.

  • @donfawcett8460
    @donfawcett8460 Před 8 lety +110

    He is the best as far as total package goes- songwriting ability, voice, guitar ability, performance, and the band around him is second to none. To me, taken together, he is the best and in his prime I would put his voice in category of someone like Sinatra.

    • @revcdp
      @revcdp Před 5 lety +6

      I think Merle would agree with you but he'd also say, have you ever listened to Marty Robbins or heard his band live?

    • @blantondylan92
      @blantondylan92 Před 5 lety +1

      Without a doubt

    • @mloutherback
      @mloutherback Před 5 lety +8

      His voice was perfect in the late '60s, but the character it gained over the next four decades made it even more powerful. Damn, that guy was incredible.

    • @russtabbert3698
      @russtabbert3698 Před 5 lety

      There's a guy still out there named Hank William's Jr!!!!

    • @terrycoonce5119
      @terrycoonce5119 Před 4 lety +7

      Russ Tabbert as much as I love Hank Jr, he’s not on Merle’s level..

  • @derek0173
    @derek0173 Před 4 lety +5

    One of the best looking men in country music, look at him in his thirties. And a awesome singer

  • @carolynbozeman3763
    @carolynbozeman3763 Před 7 lety +13

    I bet there is some great music being sang in heaven this year, I know my husband an brother are right up front , enjoying it.

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???.

  • @lukewschneider
    @lukewschneider Před 5 lety +7

    love everything about this song. that guitar tone, holy crap. The solo is small, but i find myself playing it over and over. Anyone else do this? hahah

  • @carolynbozeman3763
    @carolynbozeman3763 Před 7 lety +44

    He opens his mouth an out flows greatness, never e another.

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @DanTheDiggler
    @DanTheDiggler Před 6 lety +31

    You'll be missed Merle!! One of the best.
    Funny in this clip how his bassman didnt realy "take the ball"..

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

    • @mikegoldsmith5173
      @mikegoldsmith5173 Před rokem

      He really flubbed it on bass

  • @redirected
    @redirected Před 8 lety +35

    Rest in Peace Hag, it's a sad day

  • @AmeisterAmerica
    @AmeisterAmerica Před 11 lety +11

    Lawd have mercy, since I was a little Girl I've loved the Hag :) his music will live on Long after this legends left us...Bless him.

    • @kennethwoodland152
      @kennethwoodland152 Před 3 lety

      Hi, how are you ?

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @richardfox8168
    @richardfox8168 Před 6 lety +8

    Never tire of hearing his music, not only an outstanding music writer but could also play guitar.

  • @basgambler1211
    @basgambler1211 Před 11 lety +1

    If we all want to really be honest, Merle is the great counrty singer. He one of the best song writers, plays the hell out of a guitar, and sings good.

  • @paulhicks8869
    @paulhicks8869 Před 7 lety +21

    he lived it the way he Sung it !

  • @tripodx69
    @tripodx69 Před 12 lety +3

    the man could sing the damned phone book and you'd still feel like he was giving you his very soul. love and respect for Merle.

  • @ghtully
    @ghtully Před 8 měsíci +1

    When I was in the USAF I would come home on leave and my Dad and I would get some cold beer and listen Merle and George until we hours in the morning. I sure miss him and the good times we had

  • @tommyrick4687
    @tommyrick4687 Před 2 lety +1

    Love you Merle… you are missed everyday

  • @ridgewoodave
    @ridgewoodave Před 8 lety +12

    One of the best of all time. Love You, Merle. Godspeed.

  • @hlfordiii
    @hlfordiii Před 10 lety +41

    I saw the Hag two nights ago in Winchester, VA. It was my third time seeing Merle. His voice isn't quite what it once was, but he's still better than most all these country "stars" of today. He played this song and sure enough walked away without no curtain call. If you have the chance go see him while you still can.

  • @allinbeam817
    @allinbeam817 Před 6 lety +3

    If i was dropped off on an island and i could only listen to one artist for the rest of my life..it would be ol hag!...hands down.
    May your amazing music live forever!

  • @rubyw6738
    @rubyw6738 Před 4 lety +4

    I never get tired of listening to Merle Haggard. Listen every night ! Thanks for allowing his bigest fan to listen!

  • @janetfarris2771
    @janetfarris2771 Před 3 lety +3

    Tears still run down my face 😭 when. I play all the songs from Merle. Which I play dayly Merle and Willie. The best icons in music

    • @jim5746
      @jim5746 Před 10 měsíci +2

      I hear you !

  • @justinkruse3330
    @justinkruse3330 Před 4 lety +4

    George Jones favorite Merle Haggard song. R.I.P George and Merle.

  • @rubyw6738
    @rubyw6738 Před 4 lety +3

    His three sons are terrific, by the time they get seasoned they will be almost as good as he was. This man has a voice it will be difficult to match!

  • @jimb7165
    @jimb7165 Před 12 lety +6

    i so love this song............. thanks Merle Haggard for sharing your beautiful talent.

  • @lj8248
    @lj8248 Před 3 lety +2

    My favorite song ever,i wish i could have lived it

  • @adolpholiverbush2
    @adolpholiverbush2 Před 8 lety +99

    I wonder, if after he's gone, if the critics and "musical cognoscenti" will give him the proper accolades he has never gotten in his lifetime.
    The man is a GIANT in the country music pantheon.

    • @terrymartin9038
      @terrymartin9038 Před 8 lety +12

      +Adolph Oliver Bush He'll be regarded as the greatest of all time...I'm confident of this...

    • @adolpholiverbush2
      @adolpholiverbush2 Před 8 lety +3

      Terry Martin
      That's refreshing. Such a huge footprint on the c/w landscape.

    • @georgeburdett2747
      @georgeburdett2747 Před 8 lety +9

      +Adolph Oliver Bush A giant of any music genre. One of the all time great singers and a great songwriter.

    • @charlesrollins4154
      @charlesrollins4154 Před 8 lety +4

      we'll see

    • @adolpholiverbush2
      @adolpholiverbush2 Před 8 lety +10

      He passed today. Think I'll spin some old Merle albums and remember him fondly.

  • @TLVANV
    @TLVANV Před 4 lety +1

    he didn't have to be handsome. He was. He didn't have to rely on his looks (he could have) . He just sang and sung well. I love Merle Haggard! Long Live the Hag!

  • @bamamoondog9039
    @bamamoondog9039 Před 9 lety +10

    The Living Legend Merle Haggard. Pure Country. Awesome Video. Great Memories.

  • @walksthesehills
    @walksthesehills Před 3 lety +1

    I have heard Merle Haggard say in interviews , that this is HIS favorite Merle Haggard song.

  • @roundyissac1046
    @roundyissac1046 Před 8 lety +21

    God bless him, God rest his soul.

  • @SabrinaEdwards
    @SabrinaEdwards Před 8 lety +14

    RIP to the great Merle Haggard...

  • @juanitahamilton8490
    @juanitahamilton8490 Před 4 lety +3

    Gone but never forgotten .. my country hero .. I stil and will always listen to your music ... I only wish I would have seen more of your concerts .. I seen a lot .. and had every one of your albums ... now new age keeps me going with CZcams !! Thank you Merle ... u keep me grounded .... RIP my country music hero .. 🤟🙌🏼

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety +1

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???

  • @lj8248
    @lj8248 Před 3 lety +2

    My favorite song ever

  • @kenjackson6085
    @kenjackson6085 Před 6 lety +5

    Merle was the best,I've listened too him all my life and will finish out the rest as a haggard fan miss you Merle

  • @terrymidcap8518
    @terrymidcap8518 Před 7 lety +11

    love you merle your spirit lives amungst us.

  • @carolynbozeman3763
    @carolynbozeman3763 Před 7 lety +1

    That's right he lived the life that most men only dream of, wish I could have meet him, he my idol

  • @chuckfunderburk7964
    @chuckfunderburk7964 Před 10 měsíci +1

    Several years ago, my daughter have ma birthday present of a ticket to see Merle love in Charleston, SC. Best concert of my life. Merle was REAL and talented and ill always remember how joyous that evening was to me. God bless, Merle. Haggard like ive never been before... 😂Chuck

  • @convitguard1
    @convitguard1 Před 13 lety +2

    What a country singer, the soul, the voice, the Hag, and standing behind him Ms. Bonnie.

  • @kenhall2353
    @kenhall2353 Před rokem +2

    Merle Haggard is the greatest country western singer of ALL TIME

  • @mikemac7431
    @mikemac7431 Před 8 lety +39

    gulp. He's not one of the best HE IS THE BEST! The voice, The melody the vocal melody the lyrics. This dude had it all. Such soulful performances. Man, What a legend.

    • @kevinleake536
      @kevinleake536 Před 6 lety +2

      Mike Mac the man was a legend, long before we even knew it......my favorite movies are tie go back and listen to his early 80's concerts when I was in grade school and recognized his music off the radio.....I'm 44 years old and I ain't got no place to go when it's over, so I'll had hide my face and hit the stage and try to kick some footlights out again 😊😊😊😊😊

    • @nedrabradley7837
      @nedrabradley7837 Před 6 lety +2

      Mike Mac so true there will never be another

    • @ripwheeler8175
      @ripwheeler8175 Před 6 lety +1

      Not to mention a great guitar player . Best lead guitar / singer / writer hands down

  • @dixielandoutlaw7046
    @dixielandoutlaw7046 Před 8 lety +47

    god bless merle hes better than all the others and he is the true king of country love ya bub

  • @danielcrutchfield6546
    @danielcrutchfield6546 Před 8 lety +2

    Love u Merle heard u all my life

  • @gabachabonita707
    @gabachabonita707 Před 11 lety +4

    I WENT TO SEE HIM IN LAKE TAHOE IN 1982; AND HE SANG THIS SONG; GOD HE IS SO INCREDIBLE ONE OF THE BEST PERFORMERS EVER; AND HE IS FROM OKLAHOMA LIKE MY DAD

    • @robertcharter2633
      @robertcharter2633 Před 4 lety

      He was born in Oildale California.

    • @davidgalloway533
      @davidgalloway533 Před 3 lety

      He is Indeed amazing, just can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ???