There will never be country music like Merle Haggard sings when he is gone. He grew up when America was a different country. True old country type living is just about gone from where I grew up in N.C. I'm one of the last old holdouts . I hate to see things change the way they have . Most young people don't have a clue what real country music is.
he is the spokesman for all of the convicts on both sides of the yard and the fence. I have alot of respect for him. He has been where i have been and knows what it is to do the time and walk the yard.
My mother loved GJ for many many years. This was one of her favoites. Secretly, I knew why. What she did'nt know, is while she worked nightshift for years, her brother called "home" from prison, to speak to his niece, to say how much he loved his family.
livingadream2-THANK U,this song an Merle Haggards' beautiful crooning of this touching story brought rare tears 2 my eyes...I was so happy 2 see him recognized@ the Kennedy Center Honors ....now a whole bunch of people got 2 hear his story with his amazing way of telling it...Keep Livin' theDream Merle
merle is a true poet. one of ther best songwriters in american history. he ranks with woodie guthrie and willie nelson. a true american treasure! god bless you merle!
you have to have been there to really appreciate this ..after 17 years in prison I can very well relate to this .I'm home now thank God.. max unit in arkansas.
I love the lyrics,the music, This is a very sad song for me because of circumstances ,however it is so beautiful and full of so much meanning. It sounds totally awesome here.
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when i was alittle younger i used to listen to this song driving down the backroads of meade county Ky. I love the lyrics and with merle's voice, its so perfect. reminds me of my teeenage years where all i neededin life was my f150, a good country song, and a long country road. : ) thank you soo much for posting
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Good grief. I'm surprised. Usually with that backdrop, we always get original works. Nevertheless, a great song by Merle, but that familiar backdrop usually has an original associated with it. Strange.
I've been blessed to have a country voice, have been in bands for years and we are putting together a killer country band to do some of these great classic country songs here at our new club in Puelbo, CO
love merle, they'll never be another one like him!...........I played the drums behind a guy that could sing almost like him,the guy i played the drums for could sing his ass off,and it was this song that we performed.
This one is for you Grandad. I have memories of being a little kid and sitting on my Grandad's lap listening to this song. You are in our prayers Grandad. We Love you!
Last week I t ook my Dad (61) to see Merle. I (39) have seen him 4 times, all with my Dad. It was great. How can someone his age still be so good. My Dad and I loved it. Country Music today is crap. Thank God there are still those like Merle out there.
@louiesaunders I (15) took my dan (50) last april for an early fathers day present it cost 128 dollars 64 dollars each ticket. it was great. my dad had see him multiple times as where i had only seen him twice once at the county fair from a distance of about 150-300 feet away so we couldn't see very well. and then last april 18 2010.
One of my goals in life is to see 'The Hag' in concert before he passes on or stops touring. I've had a chance a couple of times in the past but circumstances kept me from being able to go. =(
I just LOVE YOU, hope to listen to you live before someone of us are called away, I play and sing myself and have prformed this song many times.. GOD BLESS YOU, You are the star !!!!
Re-recording, not the original
MrRazorblade999 3 weeks ago
my dad always wanted to see merle he never got the chance as he sadly passed away :( love and miss him so much 30.7.2011 gbnf xxxx
kendal21able 4 weeks ago
There will never be country music like Merle Haggard sings when he is gone. He grew up when America was a different country. True old country type living is just about gone from where I grew up in N.C. I'm one of the last old holdouts . I hate to see things change the way they have . Most young people don't have a clue what real country music is.
Butch32002 1 month ago 2
Makes ya teary eyed lol
shanedaughtrey 1 month ago
My Dad and lived for Merle and when i feel depressed listen to this, love and miss you xxxx
lornajade16 1 month ago
This version is Different that those i an used to hearing...... It`s a Great Cut..........:)
STRUMMERBOY1975 1 month ago
There is to me, no better Bunch of Country songs than what Merle Haggard has put out,,,,, Love Merle`s Voice ...:)
STRUMMERBOY1975 1 month ago
Brilliant - sung with real feeling
sidt150 1 month ago
i grown on this kinda music i love this song
MrREDNECKCHild 2 months ago
he is the spokesman for all of the convicts on both sides of the yard and the fence. I have alot of respect for him. He has been where i have been and knows what it is to do the time and walk the yard.
calofornia1987 2 months ago
merle haggard is awsome, after getting a tattoo of johhny cash, (when im 18 16 now) ill get one of this guy.
the 2 most inspiring people in the world
thanks for this awsome music , and thanks for uploading it!
MrGerardnl 2 months ago
My mother loved GJ for many many years. This was one of her favoites. Secretly, I knew why. What she did'nt know, is while she worked nightshift for years, her brother called "home" from prison, to speak to his niece, to say how much he loved his family.
sparknpa 2 months ago
This song is a true story from Merle's prison days.
MrBlameiton 2 months ago
proper country
adamj1231000 2 months ago
livingadream2-THANK U,this song an Merle Haggards' beautiful crooning of this touching story brought rare tears 2 my eyes...I was so happy 2 see him recognized@ the Kennedy Center Honors ....now a whole bunch of people got 2 hear his story with his amazing way of telling it...Keep Livin' theDream Merle
mwalkingdeer 5 months ago
I'm not a guitarist but like very much the rythum here. Not typical strumming. Thanks.
Steacy783 5 months ago
Seriously, how do they get away with the crap they play today?
wllhaddad 5 months ago
I LOVE this man! The Frank Sinatra of country music.
TomSchulz3 5 months ago
Great man
Edgardadproud 5 months ago 2
My favorite Merle song...and believe me I know 'em all!! Thanks for posting!!
greeneyeslinz 5 months ago
We Miss You Grandad. This song brings back so many memories of you. We Love and you miss you Grandad. Shine down from heaven from time to time.
Love Your Grandson,
Joe
vettestingray86 6 months ago
merle is a true poet. one of ther best songwriters in american history. he ranks with woodie guthrie and willie nelson. a true american treasure! god bless you merle!
theguyforthat 6 months ago
I would love to hear this song while I'm on my death bed. LOL! Merle's voice is so soothing and comforting. Love ya Merle!
lxabrysmom9698 8 months ago
i have always loved oklahoma the music and the people and that is why it hurt me to say what i did please see msbones1950 for more info
MsBones1950 9 months ago
GOD BLESS
rockerthefelipe 11 months ago
Grew up with this man singing on my radio and 8 tracks.
Best there was.
newstart49 11 months ago
Merle is the MAN! Damn shame there are so few of his contemporaries left. When they are gone, country will truly be dead.
texiban001 1 year ago 4
this man is still a legend too bad people dont appreciate real music anymore..my dad sure loved ol Merle
JesusmyKing4Life 1 year ago
you have to have been there to really appreciate this ..after 17 years in prison I can very well relate to this .I'm home now thank God.. max unit in arkansas.
layhangen 1 year ago 2
One of the best songs i ever heard. I just hope i will be fortunate enough to here this before i go.
90ThomasD 1 year ago
Merle is the best!
clyde38 1 year ago
I love the lyrics,the music, This is a very sad song for me because of circumstances ,however it is so beautiful and full of so much meanning. It sounds totally awesome here.
bluemoonlady1 1 year ago
Merle Haggard is one of my favourite singers of all time. Love listening to all his songs. Bernadette Co. Cavan Ireland
Wicasa76 1 year ago
jeez ive been tryna find thiis song for like soooo long!!
i finally found it!
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isaiah9858 1 year ago
the gram parsons version i like a little better because it is faster but i like this one too
lloyd417 1 year ago
My momma loved this song! May she R.I.P
Brings back so many memories! Love you momma!
luckygrandma47 1 year ago
merle with that tear in that voice man it gets me
1992fordflareside 1 year ago
It doesn't get any better than this.........
Factnotfictionpeople 1 year ago
COme alive...take me away ...and turn back the years...
endensum 1 year ago
i love this song my gradpa charlie loved him till he died wen my uncle was 6
11alexandrea 1 year ago
the greatest country song by the greatest country singer and song writer ever there was.
kydink1 1 year ago
Any "Country" music station that doesn't play Merle, ain't no country music station!
SonrisaProductions 1 year ago
I love Singing His Music !
STRUMMERBOY1975 1 year ago
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I love his music. My parents loved Merle. Brings back so many memories of my childhood.
jitterbug49 1 year ago
I love his music. My parents loved Merle. Brings back so many memories of my childhood.
jitterbug49 1 year ago
No one does it better than Merle
fatcat1949 1 year ago
when i was alittle younger i used to listen to this song driving down the backroads of meade county Ky. I love the lyrics and with merle's voice, its so perfect. reminds me of my teeenage years where all i neededin life was my f150, a good country song, and a long country road. : ) thank you soo much for posting
DefenderJP55 1 year ago
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Good grief. I'm surprised. Usually with that backdrop, we always get original works. Nevertheless, a great song by Merle, but that familiar backdrop usually has an original associated with it. Strange.
case139 1 year ago
This isn't the original. What album is this from?
Gallifrey77203 1 year ago
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freak701Juniper53590 2 years ago
har du det bra?
Oslosfantasi 2 years ago
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johnlinksfan0 2 years ago 5
Was it hard to fit in with 'society' when you got out?
proudrebel69 1 year ago
No one can come close to duplicating Merle on this song, This song was meant for him and only him, One of Country Musics True Legends
Mattea68 2 years ago
I try to sing this song but I cant sing it like Merle Haggard .
loggerbass 2 years ago 2
I've been blessed to have a country voice, have been in bands for years and we are putting together a killer country band to do some of these great classic country songs here at our new club in Puelbo, CO
ccwhoss 2 years ago
the guy that taught me how to play the drums,plays for a band called the Arron Owens band, they toured with TRICK PONY.
misszowie2 2 years ago
love merle, they'll never be another one like him!...........I played the drums behind a guy that could sing almost like him,the guy i played the drums for could sing his ass off,and it was this song that we performed.
misszowie2 2 years ago
thats right
schampz 2 years ago
This one is for you Grandad. I have memories of being a little kid and sitting on my Grandad's lap listening to this song. You are in our prayers Grandad. We Love you!
vettestingray86 2 years ago
this is my favorite merle haggard song
Shea31098 2 years ago 6
Last week I t ook my Dad (61) to see Merle. I (39) have seen him 4 times, all with my Dad. It was great. How can someone his age still be so good. My Dad and I loved it. Country Music today is crap. Thank God there are still those like Merle out there.
louiesaunders 2 years ago 34
@louiesaunders I (15) took my dan (50) last april for an early fathers day present it cost 128 dollars 64 dollars each ticket. it was great. my dad had see him multiple times as where i had only seen him twice once at the county fair from a distance of about 150-300 feet away so we couldn't see very well. and then last april 18 2010.
black1995beard 11 months ago
@louiesaunders
One of my goals in life is to see 'The Hag' in concert before he passes on or stops touring. I've had a chance a couple of times in the past but circumstances kept me from being able to go. =(
SonicDude87 9 months ago
@louiesaunders only 12 but coudnt agree more
Robbybob761 7 months ago
@louiesaunders its not country music these days its more hip hop music thats on the cmt channel
rmf09024 4 months ago
@rmf09024 Amen...CMT blows
huskerpower42 4 months ago
@louiesaunders I'm 41, and my uncle sang this a thousand times over the years. We played it at his tribute last week. Chills you to the bone.
thescoundrel1 3 months ago
@thescoundrel1 trust me.. i feel your pain and most of all, your love.
sparknpa 2 months ago
@louiesaunders luv this song,my dad passed at 65.i miss him so.i grew up listening to merle haggard.
TheDebkaye 1 month ago
@louiesaunders my dads taking me to see him soon. he was my pawpaws favorite ^_^
TiffLovesSparkles 3 weeks ago
I just LOVE YOU, hope to listen to you live before someone of us are called away, I play and sing myself and have prformed this song many times.. GOD BLESS YOU, You are the star !!!!
opsllll 2 years ago 3
The Greatest song writer of all time
Leggylegs22 2 years ago
YOU HAVE TO LIVE IT TO SING IT!
johnkindhart 2 years ago 3
yes you do man
lGaming 2 years ago
Thanks for posting
Classic song
Tugs at the old heart strings
Very haunting ballad
stbhs71 3 years ago
such a great song
mickyd2kaii8 3 years ago
I love his music!
sjkalsc 3 years ago 6
He does all his songs so well! Thanks for listening!
livingadream2 3 years ago 4
get well soon merle! john
johnrunion 3 years ago
you are very welcome. thanks for posting. you are the coolest! :) your friend, john
johnrunion 3 years ago
it doesn't get any better than this!
johnrunion 3 years ago 7
Couldn't agree with you more! Thanks for listening!
livingadream2 3 years ago 2
based upon a true story of when merle was in san quentin. john
johnrunion 3 years ago