My Dad passed in 2013. Willie was his favorite artist. My Dad used to sit me on his lap and play these songs. In 2022 now and I still take time to listen and think of my Dad, my Hero.
People make fun of country music for not rhyming, or the rhymes “being stupid” but they miss the real meaning of the songs. These songs have meaning, they have soul. Today’s music doesn’t understand what that is.
I am 47 and my dad died 15 yrs ago at just 54. Thanks to him I grew up with Merle. His voice and music were one of a kind. I will be missing you just like my dad.😢
One of the great American folk songs. Thank you Townes Van Zandt for leaving us this song to enjoy. It captures the spirit of West Texas and the border. Makes me cry. I miss that country so. Thank you Willie and Merle for your beautiful performance.
In early 1984,my history teacher had a question for me "Why do you spell it " Federales" when writing about the Federal government? " This song was the reason.
One of the greatest songs ever. When Merle starts singing I get goose bumps every time. Perfect cameos by the song's writer Townes Van Zandt in the video.
I grew up in Austin, TX, and I know the horse Willie Nelson rides in on. It's a half Arab, half quarter horse named Aardvark. He belonged to Bastrop Farms, where I took riding lessons. We were excited when he was chosen to be in the video and ridden by Willie Nelson.
I've been a music fan for 60 years, and have settled on The Beatles and Motown as my all time favorites. But this is the gem that touches my soul the most. it doesn't matter that I'm not a big Country music fan .... as this sad, magic, and pastoral piece rises above all. I came back to it today for the first time in awhile, and it has penetrated my heart yet again. It's simply priceless ...
@@mooknick242 just noticed that today when I watched this, All these years and I didn't recognize him because I was watching the federales and willie and merle.
May be the best music video I've ever seen. Totally captured the story. Willie an amazing actor. This is like a silent movie. What a joy to see this. A western movie without the dialog, the shooting, the blood, the chases. And seeing Townes Van Zandt's beautiful face grabs my heart.
My coach (history teacher) showed me this the day after he passed away and i started to tear up... The music is really nice and soothing. Wish i enjoyed country music more and maybe of met merle before god took him. All things happen for a reason and i discovered this music for a reason... God bless you merle R.I.P. -JackLobbies
Merle, Willie, Johnny, Marty, Charles .... the list goes on and on and on. I love hanging out listening to some amazing songs. I got to see Willie perform last month before he got sick and he still kicks ASS. Willie had some amazing friends and we need to remember what this music means to us. I am glad to hear great music and I feel great knowing that I am not the only one.
The most amazing talented man to come in a generation Willie Nelson is absolutely the greatest the compassion and empathy and sympathy of this man is off the charts Willie we love you
As an American Indian myself the verse about the Cherrokees gets to me especially including the very last part "He who tries to beat her down will lose her to the rest. They'll never win. Ill ride again." Is such a big realization to me about what more modern natives see in their lands their ancestors had taken care of for multiple years. After hearing that line it gave me goosebumps but made me step in their shoes and see what I hadn't seen before, amazing.
@montana martin how would someone go about finding out about their heritage? My maternal great grandmother was of Cherokee heritage. Though I favor my dad's people, you can see the Indian heritage in my daughter
@@talesfromtheleashexpatdogl1426 I would start by contacting the Cherokee Heritage Center here in Oklahoma, they specialize in that sort of thing and for a fee they can use genealogy and also look through records. That would probably be your best bet. If you wanted more history there always museums and more resources in Oklahoma such as the American Indian Museum.
One of the best songs ever written, these guys performed it so well and this video will eventually make it to the annals of time - R.I.P. with your maker Merle and Willie keep defying them, your a geezer amongst friends.
I cannot explain to anyone how much this song means to me. This is the epitome of my Daddy. He passed away in September of 2019, and I won't say anything about that other than my "mother" had something to do with it. She will face God to deal with that. But Daddy, we love you, miss you, and we will see you when it's our time. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
+steve brindle why the hell do you care so much what other people believe? Fuck the hell off. You clearly have your own problems and you're taking it out on random people on the internet. You're the one who needs to grow up, you immature brat.
there will never be another Hag! this is the biggest celebrity lose I've ever had. I grew up listening to him. I made my mom play Hag every day when I was a kid....I'm 52 now. I have had the pleasure of seeing the Hag 6 times and loved every show! Hag...Thanks for some of the best music and songs I will ever hear. I have not been up to strumming along with The Hag on my stereo since the news of his passing. You will be missed so much. Mama has her son by her side now...RIP Merle Haggard. Thanks for the video Willie. I know you will miss him greatly. I feel like a part of me died. Sad to see him go.
One of my first country albums wonderful ahhh the memories I gave it to my niece years ago she still plays it too hun love you always Willie r.i.p. Waylon
What an excellent video!! RIP Merle Haggard. This video tells a real good story / about the old west. This is one among my many favorite songs / videos!!
one of my all time favorites from my childhood. Fly home "Hag" may you reunite with all of your fallen family and friends and have the ultimate legend jam session !!!!
RIP Merle - thanks for the music ..:( - You will live forever through the great music you have left behind. Thanks for the tribute Willie- another hero.
Song popped into my head after years of not listening to it. It always brings a tear to my eye because of how much feeling Willie puts into his part. I have fond memories of this song regardless. I remember hearing my dad murmuring the lyrics every time it came on and having that single tear in his eye. He was not a musical man, and could not sing, but to me, it was the sweetest sound I had ever heard. They don't make like this anymore.
Only discovered you guys' collaboration on 'Django and Jimmie' a few weeks ago ... you were truly brothers in spirit and musicality - so sorry for your loss, Willie .... R.I.P. Merle, after a bloody good fight against the odds for so long. Well-earned rest.
Great cover of a great song, by a great songwriter, and it gives me chills and chokes me up for reasons both mysterious and magical. Thanks Townes, Willie, Merle.
Merle Haggard, great story teller and artist. I'll always remember him each time I go thru California as he was native from Bakersfield, loved his voice.
RiP my daddy. One of his favs. I hated this song as kid, listening to Rock and New Wave music. Now. It's one of my favs. Took me moving from home 25 years ago, to appreciate it and so many other old classics. HighwayMen....
I woke up to Merle , willie, johnny, George jones and the rest every morning eating breakfast with my dad. That radio dial never left that country station !
So long to you Mr. Haggard. Many thanks for a lifetime of great music and thanks too to our Creator for blessing us with your great talent. Your talent and gifts of song has made the often painful passage of time so very much more pleasant.
This is one of my favorite songs of all time and I've never watched the video until today. Makes the song 10000 times better. This is what real music is all about
I am so sorry for the loss of your friend Willie...its so hard to lose such a friend...may he rest in peace knowing how much joy he brought to those of us who loved his music.
jbscotchman today's "country" does not deserve to be in that genre, rather they should make a new genre of music and call it "tractor rap" for the pile of garbage these new, so called "musicians" make.
No, this is three synthesizers and a drum machine. Great singers, great song, great cameo by TVZ in the video. But the backing track is 80s schlock. If TVZ was OK with it, I guess I can’t complain too much.
My beloved late father loved this song & asked us to play it for him many times. He loved the beautiful Spanish background music. I listen to it & think of him.💔
Now Merle belongs to the Ages! His music will comfort our sorrow and hope that your tears ,Willie will be few but well spent for your friend in life and in eternity! your grief and pain will soon be turned into joy when you see him at the pearly gates and hear welcome home! This world is not our home and we are just passing through it! Love you both like crazy in Christ!!
2 days ago? Had you seen the episode "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way" at that point? The episode just got broadcast last night, but I know some people have PBS Passport and got to see it all early. I'm guessing you really liked that episode when you did watch it.
So good to see Townes Van Zandt in this video - he was such a brilliant songwriter. He looks a little sad here, I thought. Wish he'd got more recognition while he was alive.
Great Singer. Tough beginning but he made the best of it. Love this song with Willie Nelson. Lived to a nice old age. At least we will always have his music to listen too. How great is that!
I remember this song in the mid-1980s while I was riding with my grandfather who passed in 2006. I hear this song, I think of him! Awesome tune by two great country artists - Willie & Merle!
Pancho and Leftie, my #1 favorite - and there are countless favorites. I understand how it is to lose someone so close, Willie. I feel deeply for you, sir. I trust there will still be much joy in your life, as you bring so much to us... One of the highlights of my life was being allowed to photograph the Highwaymen on your second tour. Merle was, I must say, most generous with me and, as a result, I have some really great unpublished great shots of him, of you and him together and of the four of you. They are treasures to me, as is your music. Thanks, man. And, if you will, pass along my thanks to him, when you see him again. I never got the chance.
I was a young man when this came out, my rookie year on midnight shift. My partner was a veteran, we'd hear this song many times on a slow night and would crank up that one dash board speaker in the cruiser Special memories. Awesome ole song........
Solo Willie y Haggard dieron el carisma a este inolvidable clásico, que popularizó el no menos grande y único Townes Van Zandt...Muy recomendable el trabajo breve pero de un valor incalculable de estos dos colosos junto a Johnny Cash & Kris Kristoferson en Highway Men.¡ Impecable !
He will be very missed. This was my late fathers favorite song. Want to put a line in a tat for him and now for Merle as well. Love you Willie, so sorry for your loss.
My Dad passed in 2013. Willie was his favorite artist. My Dad used to sit me on his lap and play these songs. In 2022 now and I still take time to listen and think of my Dad, my Hero.
Cash, Willie, Merle, and Waylon. Those effortless, storytelling voices. Gives you chills.
Kris too!!!!
And not a single mention of the late great Townes Van Zandt. The musician who wrote this song
I've never known a life without Willie Nelson. I certainly can't and refuse to believe music without him.
People make fun of country music for not rhyming, or the rhymes “being stupid” but they miss the real meaning of the songs. These songs have meaning, they have soul. Today’s music doesn’t understand what that is.
You should quit being friends with those people. You don't need that negativity in your life.
Willie has such a iconic voice.
A classic, archetypal and timeless song. God bless Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard, and their musical legacies.
I am 47 and my dad died 15 yrs ago at just 54. Thanks to him I grew up with Merle. His voice and music were one of a kind. I will be missing you just like my dad.😢
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One of the great American folk songs. Thank you Townes Van Zandt for leaving us this song to enjoy. It captures the spirit of West Texas and the border. Makes me cry. I miss that country so. Thank you Willie and Merle for your beautiful performance.
This is quite possibly the greatest song ever written
I watched Ken Burns special on Country Music last week...that's why I am here. Amazing story behind this song! Loved it!
pegleg09able Looks like Towns Van Zandt in the video as well.
Story??
In early 1984,my history teacher had a question for me "Why do you spell it " Federales" when writing about the Federal government? "
This song was the reason.
Because Townes Van Zandt said to.
One of the greatest songs ever. When Merle starts singing I get goose bumps every time. Perfect cameos by the song's writer Townes Van Zandt in the video.
+squeakeththewheel Would guess not many viewers caught that appearance, Townes was a GREAT talent and sadly missed also.
Goosebumps ALL OVER. Been hearing this song 30+ years. Solid goosebumps from neck to knees.
I’ve never heard this version, let alone watch the video, but I’m glad Townes shows up in it.
squeakeththewheel i can listen to this song on repeat and get goosebumps everytime Merle comes in...
...well said squeak......
I grew up in Austin, TX, and I know the horse Willie Nelson rides in on. It's a half Arab, half quarter horse named Aardvark. He belonged to Bastrop Farms, where I took riding lessons. We were excited when he was chosen to be in the video and ridden by Willie Nelson.
Two of the most incredible vocal timbres I have ever heard.
Man I love this song. It reminds me of being a kid jamming down the highway in my dad's 18 wheeler.
I've been a music fan for 60 years, and have settled on The Beatles and Motown as my all time favorites. But this is the gem that touches my soul the most. it doesn't matter that I'm not a big Country music fan .... as this sad, magic, and pastoral piece rises above all. I came back to it today for the first time in awhile, and it has penetrated my heart yet again. It's simply priceless ...
The best from the tortured genius that was Townes Van Zandt. Thanks for posting this timeless classic!
Robert Young - Nice of them to put Townes in the video.
he is in the video
@@mooknick242 just noticed that today when I watched this, All these years and I didn't recognize him because I was watching the federales and willie and merle.
May be the best music video I've ever seen. Totally captured the story. Willie an amazing actor. This is like a silent movie. What a joy to see this. A western movie without the dialog, the shooting, the blood, the chases. And seeing Townes Van Zandt's beautiful face grabs my heart.
Many fine versions of the song; I particularly appreciate the well-done video with this one. Perfect!
Was fortunate to see Willie in Brookings, SD a couple days ago on Aug 11, 2021. That man is a true American treasure ☆
I love all songs that tell a true country story, thankyou guys for sharing this
My coach (history teacher) showed me this the day after he passed away and i started to tear up... The music is really nice and soothing. Wish i enjoyed country music more and maybe of met merle before god took him.
All things happen for a reason and i discovered this music for a reason...
God bless you merle
R.I.P.
-JackLobbies
Just fell in love with Willie Nelson! On my last episode of ‘Country Music’ now ...great documentary!
Merle, Willie, Johnny, Marty, Charles .... the list goes on and on and on. I love hanging out listening to some amazing songs. I got to see Willie perform last month before he got sick and he still kicks ASS. Willie had some amazing friends and we need to remember what this music means to us.
I am glad to hear great music and I feel great knowing that I am not the only one.
The most amazing talented man to come in a generation Willie Nelson is absolutely the greatest the compassion and empathy and sympathy of this man is off the charts Willie we love you
As an American Indian myself the verse about the Cherrokees gets to me especially including the very last part "He who tries to beat her down will lose her to the rest. They'll never win. Ill ride again." Is such a big realization to me about what more modern natives see in their lands their ancestors had taken care of for multiple years. After hearing that line it gave me goosebumps but made me step in their shoes and see what I hadn't seen before, amazing.
@montana martin how would someone go about finding out about their heritage? My maternal great grandmother was of Cherokee heritage. Though I favor my dad's people, you can see the Indian heritage in my daughter
@@talesfromtheleashexpatdogl1426 I would start by contacting the Cherokee Heritage Center here in Oklahoma, they specialize in that sort of thing and for a fee they can use genealogy and also look through records. That would probably be your best bet. If you wanted more history there always museums and more resources in Oklahoma such as the American Indian Museum.
@@montanamartin2774 thank you so much.... you're comment was pretty old so I didn't expect you to even reply.
One word for this song "perfect" thanks pancho and lefty !!!!!!
One of the best songs ever written, these guys performed it so well and this video will eventually make it to the annals of time - R.I.P. with your maker Merle and Willie keep defying them, your a geezer amongst friends.
One of the first country music videos and certainly THE BEST! Lots of love to Willie & Merle!
I cannot explain to anyone how much this song means to me. This is the epitome of my Daddy. He passed away in September of 2019, and I won't say anything about that other than my "mother" had something to do with it. She will face God to deal with that. But Daddy, we love you, miss you, and we will see you when it's our time. 💙💙💙💙💙💙💙
“The dust Poncho bit down South, ended up in Lefty’s mouth “. The dumbed down lyrics of what is played on so-called country radio today makes me weep.
Agree. Thank goodness for Anericana music.
Another legend gone I won't get to meet this side of Heaven. God Bless the Hag!
Cheers xo
Another stupid yank who believes in fairy tales. there is no god you fucking moron
steve brindle is an idiot
We'll see soon enough.
+steve brindle why the hell do you care so much what other people believe? Fuck the hell off. You clearly have your own problems and you're taking it out on random people on the internet. You're the one who needs to grow up, you immature brat.
I was listening to this song in school today when I found out Merle passed. I wish I could have appreciated his music earlier then when I did.
+MSD2712 he left it to all of us. Listen listen listen young fella
+MSD2712 I've been a fan of Merle's since the 60s. You're never too late late to appreciate it.
MSD2712 ee is hg
I grew up listening to Merle Haggard love all his music
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there will never be another Hag! this is the biggest celebrity lose I've ever had. I grew up listening to him. I made my mom play Hag every day when I was a kid....I'm 52 now. I have had the pleasure of seeing the Hag 6 times and loved every show! Hag...Thanks for some of the best music and songs I will ever hear. I have not been up to strumming along with The Hag on my stereo since the news of his passing. You will be missed so much. Mama has her son by her side now...RIP Merle Haggard.
Thanks for the video Willie. I know you will miss him greatly. I feel like a part of me died. Sad to see him go.
@Willie Nelson I’ll die listening too you and Hag bro! You two made Country music what it is today!
Your songs live on, Merle Haggard...thank you, Willie Nelson, for sharing us this one ...
One of my first country albums wonderful ahhh the memories I gave it to my niece years ago she still plays it too hun love you always Willie r.i.p. Waylon
What an excellent video!! RIP Merle Haggard. This video tells a real good story / about the old west. This is one among my many favorite songs / videos!!
This has to be one of the best Story Telling videos I have ever seen! Well done.
one of my all time favorites from my childhood. Fly home "Hag" may you reunite with all of your fallen family and friends and have the ultimate legend jam session !!!!
RIP Merle - thanks for the music ..:( - You will live forever through the great music you have left behind. Thanks for the tribute Willie- another hero.
John de Burgh another California boy.
Another piece of the "Soul of Country Music" has passed. So long, but not to be forgotten.
Ken Logan not just soul of country music, the soul of America. another great one gone.
Bless you all and glad to not only see Merle but Townes again as well. Timeless classics and a lot of talent.
It’s 2019 and I’m still watching this..... still get goosebumps
Yep. That's a fact...
Song popped into my head after years of not listening to it. It always brings a tear to my eye because of how much feeling Willie puts into his part.
I have fond memories of this song regardless. I remember hearing my dad murmuring the lyrics every time it came on and having that single tear in his eye. He was not a musical man, and could not sing, but to me, it was the sweetest sound I had ever heard.
They don't make like this anymore.
Love you Merle and Willie!!!! RIP Merle, you will always be a legend!
Only discovered you guys' collaboration on 'Django and Jimmie' a few weeks ago ... you were truly brothers in spirit and musicality - so sorry for your loss, Willie .... R.I.P. Merle, after a bloody good fight against the odds for so long. Well-earned rest.
I'm 37 and just heard this for the first time...what a great freaking song
I’m thankful my dad introduced this kind of music to me as a young age. Now I’m 26 and this is one of my top 3 favorite songs.
The original Pancho and Lefty. Brought to life in words and music.
Great cover of a great song, by a great songwriter, and it gives me chills and chokes me up for reasons both mysterious and magical. Thanks Townes, Willie, Merle.
There's just something mesmerizing about Pancho and Lefty...
Merle Haggard, great story teller and artist. I'll always remember him each time I go thru California as he was native from Bakersfield, loved his voice.
With Merl's death we have moved closer to an end of a era, where country music was as it never will be again
you need hear brad paisley and allison cross song whiskey allyby for a companion song losin each ,its sad song but country
@@joelreynolds9395 Yes, written by one of the old timers I believe. Listen to to the music on the Americana stations,even from the very young artists.
Glad to see Townes did a cameo in this since it is his song.
RiP my daddy.
One of his favs.
I hated this song as kid, listening to Rock and New Wave music.
Now. It's one of my favs.
Took me moving from home 25 years ago, to appreciate it and so many other old classics.
HighwayMen....
Boy Merle Haggard, was so handsome when he was Young!! I like this song with Willie and Merle. Great Men, great entertainers. 👍🎶🐎🤗🥰
How’s gonna fill there shoes, so true George Jones. Merl Haggard thank you 🙏
I woke up to Merle , willie, johnny, George jones and the rest every morning eating breakfast with my dad. That radio dial never left that country station !
Nice tribute Willie, so sorry about your friend. He will be missed but his music will live on forever.
One of my all time favorites. Thank you, MR. WILLIE NELSON!🎧😘
A damn good classic! Pure Country gold!!!
There is a certain era of country music artists that will never be repeated. Willie Nelson and some of his friends are the best of the best.
So long to you Mr. Haggard. Many thanks for a lifetime of great music and thanks too to our Creator for blessing us with your great talent. Your talent and gifts of song has made the often painful passage of time so very much more pleasant.
What a smooth voice Mr. Haggard has. The city of Bakersfield will forever miss you man. RIP.
Thank you Willie Nelson for the perfect song you and Merle recorded, I'm broken today , I loved him truly 😢
One of my Dads favorite singers, RIP Merle :(
I listen to this song at least 5 times a day! I love this song so much!
This is one of my favorite songs of all time and I've never watched the video until today. Makes the song 10000 times better. This is what real music is all about
I am so sorry for the loss of your friend Willie...its so hard to lose such a friend...may he rest in peace knowing how much joy he brought to those of us who loved his music.
True Country Music along with the others. God Bless these Outlaws! Take Care Willie...
This is real country. Not the crap out now days.
jbscotchman hell ya
jbscotchman today's "country" does not deserve to be in that genre, rather they should make a new genre of music and call it "tractor rap" for the pile of garbage these new, so called "musicians" make.
agree
No, this is three synthesizers and a drum machine.
Great singers, great song, great cameo by TVZ in the video. But the backing track is 80s schlock. If TVZ was OK with it, I guess I can’t complain too much.
Fact!!!!!!!!
My beloved late father loved this song & asked us to play it for him many times. He loved the beautiful Spanish background music. I listen to it & think of him.💔
Now Merle belongs to the Ages! His music will comfort our sorrow and hope that your tears ,Willie will be few but well spent for your friend in life and in eternity! your grief and pain will soon be turned into joy when you see him at the pearly gates and hear welcome home! This world is not our home and we are just passing through it! Love you both like crazy in Christ!!
Che bella canzone! Il video spettacolare!! 🤩🤩🤩😍😍😍😘😘🎶🎸🎶💘♥️💔💯💯💯💯
Watched Ken Burns Country Music on PBS. Interviews with Willie and the late Merle. Will still NEVER surpass this.
2 days ago? Had you seen the episode "Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way" at that point? The episode just got broadcast last night, but I know some people have PBS Passport and got to see it all early. I'm guessing you really liked that episode when you did watch it.
@@uofmrebel Yep, lots o Willie and Merle.
Outlaw country will always beat today's pop country. There is so much more emotion in this country music.
Yup
Thanks for sharing this! It has always been one of my favorite songs. Merle and Willie were perfect together.
Happy New Year Mr. Willie Nelson.
Carmen Gilliard amen
So good to see Townes Van Zandt in this video - he was such a brilliant songwriter. He looks a little sad here, I thought. Wish he'd got more recognition while he was alive.
I have to listen to their version every now and then. Townes wrote a great song. These two made it iconic.
I think they shouldn't have tried to cover Townes, didn't do the song any justice at all.
Great Singer. Tough beginning but he made the best of it. Love this song with Willie Nelson. Lived to a nice old age. At least we will always have his music to listen too. How great is that!
............ A TIMELESS COUNTRY CLASSIC.............!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Anybody listening in 2019?
sarah c yup
Always 9/1/19
You bet.
Me, the band Fešáci sang comedians don't age.
Yes.
I remember this song in the mid-1980s while I was riding with my grandfather who passed in 2006. I hear this song, I think of him! Awesome tune by two great country artists - Willie & Merle!
Gonna miss you Merle. Grew up on your songs, hate to see you go. Love for everything you meant to me and my dad.
Pancho and Leftie, my #1 favorite - and there are countless favorites. I understand how it is to lose someone so close, Willie. I feel deeply for you, sir. I trust there will still be much joy in your life, as you bring so much to us... One of the highlights of my life was being allowed to photograph the Highwaymen on your second tour. Merle was, I must say, most generous with me and, as a result, I have some really great unpublished great shots of him, of you and him together and of the four of you. They are treasures to me, as is your music. Thanks, man. And, if you will, pass along my thanks to him, when you see him again. I never got the chance.
" I love this song " ! It for some reason makes feel Humble , and sad .
Kindness? Is THAT what it was?!? Lolol love this forever. Mojave Memories, Camper Time!
If there’s a heaven for a country boy, it’s that cantina scene right there.
I was a young man when this came out, my rookie year on midnight shift. My partner was a veteran, we'd hear this song many times on a slow night and would crank up that one dash board speaker in the cruiser Special memories. Awesome ole song........
It's great to see Townes Van Zandt in this video.
Love this video. It no doubt had over a million views before youtube, back when CMT played music.
Thanks for the great memories... RIP MERLE
Solo Willie y Haggard dieron el carisma a este inolvidable clásico, que popularizó el no menos grande y único Townes Van Zandt...Muy recomendable el trabajo breve pero de un valor incalculable de estos dos colosos junto a Johnny Cash & Kris Kristoferson en Highway Men.¡ Impecable !
I was just listening to Merle and now hes gone. Ill miss ya Merle RIP
A true Townes classic , Your legend lives on brother
Towns van Zant wrote it but Willie made it a legend. Some how I lived it and still living it. Good stuff.
BEAUTIFUL guitar solo, beginning at 2:50... Just gorgeous...
Doesn't get better then that, God Blessed your friendship........legendary
He will be very missed. This was my late fathers favorite song. Want to put a line in a tat for him and now for Merle as well. Love you Willie, so sorry for your loss.