Merle Haggard & Willie Nelson “Okie from Muskogee”
“Scroll down to the end of the article to listen to music.” Introduction Merle Haggard’s “Okie from Muskogee,” co-written with Roy Edward Burris, his drummer, emerged in the tumultuous landscape…
“Scroll down to the end of the article to listen to music.” Introduction Merle Haggard’s “Okie from Muskogee,” co-written with Roy Edward Burris, his drummer, emerged in the tumultuous landscape…
Willie Nelson has reached an incredible milestone, celebrating 92 years of life, music, and unwavering…
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Introduction “Ramblin’ Fever” is a classic country song that captures the restless spirit of the American cowboy. Written by Merle Haggard in 1965, the song became a hit for Haggard,…
About the Song Willie Nelson is an American singer-songwriter, actor, and activist. He is known for his outlaw country music style and his distinctive voice. Nelson has written over 2,000…
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Lyrics Anytime you’re feeling lonely,Anytime you’re feeling blue,Anytime you feel down-hearted,That will prove your love for me is true! Anytime you’re thinking bout me,That’s the time I’ll be thinking of…
Lyrics Why me Lord, what have I ever doneTo deserve even oneOf the pleasures I’ve knownTell me Lord, what did I ever doThat was worth loving YouOr the kindness You’ve…
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Lyrics If you are sincere when you say you don’t careThat our love is just a memoryIf the love that we knew won’t bother youDarlin’, you’re stronger than me For…