Merle is one of the best singer songwriters of all time but we got a few good country singers in the new generation. Check out Sturgill Simpson, Colter Wall, Tyler Childers, cody jinks ✌🏻😎
I really love merle and hes one of the best but its always hard to say hes the best. What about willie, waylon, George Jones, David Allan Coe, Hank 1 2 3 & 4, marty Robbins, johnny cash and many many more. All are the best in their own way. Its just a matter of taste.
The six greatest in Country & Western history, in my opinion (in no particular order): Hank Williams Johnny Cash George Jones Willie Nelson Waylon Jennings Merle Haggard I give the nod to Merle. He is and will always be, the greatest. This is a great collection of various clips from his career. Great to see!
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
My wife and I were married December 30th 1972,still married, our wedding gift from my wife's uncle was tickets to The Mosque in Richmond, Virginia to experience Merle Haggard and Donna Fargo, LIVE , wonderful memories !!!!
MERLE, was my ❤❤very favourite American Country music singer of all times, with Bonnie Owens Haggard. They were absolutely brilliant singing together, Merle had such a unique style voice that no one shall ever be able to compete against, He was phenomenal. I hope that he and Bonnie are RIP FOREVER. ELIZABETH SCOTLAND ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Merle learned to listen and observe conversations, confrontations and people`s reactions from all walks of life including the early morning walk by his cell. I miss him however I`m glad he`s not here to observe 400 million snowballs rolling towards hell. Hag, hope you know how much you`re missed and thank you for all of the music that you left us with. RIP
His boys Marty, Noel, Ben and Scotty are doing a mighty fine job filling their daddy's boots and there's no mistaken when Noel & the youngest, Ben start to singing, you're hearing the legend himself. Many of our pure country music artist have gone home, leaving us with their young ones trying to fill their shoes, but Merle's boys have done better than most answering George Jones "who's going to fill their shoes".
@@nbk9372 Hi, I certainly agree that Merle`s sons are fine young men that have become very good musicians and singers in their own right. Unfortunately, their Daddy had been places both mentally and physically that afforded him painful and shameful memories that came to him in verse and rhyme and that`s why Country Music as we know it is exactly like folks like me, ran our races, saw many faces but now I just remember the sunny slopes of long ago as I attempt to remain ahead of time`s shadow, God bless you and your family and friends.
@catch-2232 He was one of my Daddy's favorite guys yeah we just lost Daddy at age 93 but Mama told me that we almost lost him at 22 in CA when he heard about Hank, Buddy, Jim, Keith, Merle and very especially Ole Conway. We heard Hello Darlin for the first time in the car and he looked at me in the back and said that song will go to number one as he did the first time he heard Ray Price singing Kristofferson's For the good times in 1970 in Glen Burnie, MD they were number one for many weeks. He did it with Almost Persuaded, and There goes my everything too. Daddy knew a hit when he heard it
They didn't know it then but they were listening to legendary greatness ❤ Merle has climbed to the top of a mountain and he still sits there today. There will never be another like him 👏 👏 👏
Merle is the real country music. His songs have that incomparable texture and Lustre. The magical gist of every song he sings is beyond words. May his soul rest in peace.
Merle Haggard was one of a Kind There will never ever be another Merle Haggard very Talented Man the Best thing that ever happened to Country Music is Merle Haggard if you don't believe me just listen to his Music, Folks.
a voice that can’t be touched by anyone else. I have every song Merle ever sang and I play them every night when go to bed. He sings me to sleep . What a gift!
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
Merle Haggard had that special voice . He was a fantastic country singer . Love all his songs . His music will always live on . And he was a legend of his time ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Yeah this is the definition of country music and my father loved Merle Haggard. I can remember my father walking around our house singing some of Merle’s songs We used to watch a show back in 1970’s that was called HeeHaw and Roy Clark,Buck Owens and all of the real country music singers were on this show The music they play these days is not country music It’s more like pop music and They don’t hold a candle to the real country music legends What a sad world we live in these days because real country music don’t exist anymore But as long as they play this music I will always listen to this music because it’s real music and it reminds me of my father especially Merle Haggard
This is So True. I grew up the same way. Just Turned 66. Thank You. Listening to Merle Music along with Noel Lee & Ben Some of Marty Scott. Has help Me. Lost My Husband 8-14-2021. Married almost 46years. I MISS MY Bobby. And Son Richard lost 2015 age 37. The Haggard 5 has help MD keep My Sanity. Haggard 5 ROCK COUNTRY MUSIC
@@tomjonas7384 we used to laugh like crazy because Merle could imitate and sound just like any one else in country music at that time and do a very good job Him and Marty Robins,George Jones,Hank Williams and all the ladies of country music We just didn’t know what we were blessed with back then Because the people these days don’t hold a candle to any of the original country music musicians From the 1950’s until the early 1980’s There want ever be anymore country music like that I’m 53 years young and I like all kinds of music but the older country and blues music is my favorite by far
The last time I saw Merle was a Whitewater in New Braunfels, TX. My daughter and I were 50 feet away when he & Willie warmed up with an acoustic version of Pancho & Left.
MERLE was my 1st choice in country music , his voice was magical to listen to. There shall never be another MERLE HAGGARD.GOD BLESS YOU MERLE. ALSO HIS WIFE THEN BONNIE HAGGARD RIP BOTH OF YOU. REGARDS ELIZABETH XXXX ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Merle carried me through heartbreak, love, holding my children in my arms dancing for musical rhythm and to sleep, loosing some love-ones, and just because I love his music. ❤😅
The best there ever was. There will never be another Merle Haggard. If you don’t believe it listen to the junk today that is being played as country. Nothing but crossover. RIP Merle
I'm 66 and remember my brother came home for leave from navy 1968. He had brought with him "albums " of Meryl and various others. Growing up,went in the army at 17 listening to hard rock. Missed the "nam" while in basic training. Got out and got married and came upon my brother's albums one day. And played "Meryl " and the others, and it took me back to the first time I heard them and I listened to them everyday when MY children were coming home from school and too this day my children know his music. Although it is a very much different time. I can say that "Meryl and Jones, Tammy and the man in black lives on. It's not just the music. It's of a time when the world was changing and maybe NOT for the better. But I do believe that his and the others are, a history of good family values.
Merle Haggard served time, Folsom or San Quentin, hard for me to remember, but the man had a tough life...he was real deal, and a good man. One of the GOATs of all time in country music. Miss The Merle.
Multi talented singer, songwriter, poet, producer, band leader, innovator, businessman/salesman, and he did it all with an indescribable ease and grace.
He was simply the greatest all-around country music talent that ever lived. Singer, songwriter, musician, band leader, impressionist (if you've ever seen him perform impressions of other artists, he was spot on). It's a race for second place, because there was Merle, and then there is everyone else.
Yes it is but as I think about who was better I cannot think of anyone who outshines him. Probably my #2 pick of best would be Vince Gill, another great talent.
I have 200 LPs of original Merle Haggard vinyl records, almost everything he ever released. (I collected them in Los Angeles in the 1980s when you go to little album stores in downtown and find them). I got them. What is the best way to make sure they are saved for future generations? Money doesn’t matter, I just want them to be cherished, shared and appreciated forever.
I started collecting vinyl for almost a year now. Think I have 3 of Merle. The idea was to only get a couple lp's 1 of every country legend and hang them on my wall. 1 of Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Bocephus, Marty Robbins, Charlie Daniels, David Allan Coe, ....... then I realized I do like a lot of country singers and my wall isn't that big 😅
We have lost alot of country singers I am 76 and I love our country Music . I heard Merl I think it was 71 I lost all my CD&tapes&records my family put me out they Would say it not true But I listen to my phone thank you.
Congratulations "EAR DAMAGE"; Superb mix, video and audio, a fine tribute to a stellar country performer born in Oildale, patriotic Kern County, California during the 1930's depression. RIP Merle Haggard, your music will go on for decades...
For years renowned scientists, specialists from all over the globe have been working collectively feverishly and voraciously on a conceptual fractional theory based on observations from a genius that objectively observed how people reacted and he understood, his music is loved all over the world, the haunting question he left us with Are the good times really over for good? Yeah, we all still love Merle.
I been listing to the Hag since I was about 14 years old and now I'm 72 I lived in Bakersfield many years and have been to the park where they have the Boxcar Home he was born in. I've seen him concert many times and seen him at Buck Owens Crystal Palace once, sad when he passed RIP Merle you are missed.
I only discovered Mr. Haggard about 3 years ago.😢 So glad there are so many recordings of his work. Thanks to all the folks who took the time to upload these treasures.
I discovered the Hag about 60 years ago,Anna. A cover group in the old Homestead Tavern in Port Chester NY sang his songs. Real good. I went looking for the real Merle. When I finally found him he stuck with me forever. I'm sure the same will happen to you Anna. Once this guy gets into the musical part of your brain you just can't shake him loose and that is really good. Not too many that can do that anymore...... I can tell you had a good 3 years. Just came in from the back porch with my big Gibson Guitar. Sang and played: 'Today I started loving you again.' Always finish the night with that tune.
@@caesarwarrick4735 You are right. I studied voice for about 4 years. I learned "art" songs and classical pieces, etc. Never listened to "hillbilly" music ... much to my loss! Of course Mr. Haggard's music is much better. I am so happy that we can listen to his wonderful lyrics and melodies any time. I am almost 90, so I have had a lot of time to enjoy a lot of different styles. God bless you!
If you just discovered Merle 3 years ago, then there has to be some more HEAVY HITTERS than you haven’t found yet… it was the golden era of country without a doubt
Merle was a real patriot, love this song. Americans were really lucky having the opportunity to see him on tv shows and his concerts. His fellow musicians rightly praised him and appreciate d him.
Wow such a voice. That dimple is delicious, so good looking. Such a shame his record labels didn’t appreciate what a talent he was, he had to work so hard. He was an absolute phenomenome
Oh he is such class a genius a poet teller an icon a legend of course . Thank you lord for this man a true legend full of pride an wisdom gifted to us from you now resting in your arms . We miss an love you Merle Haggard your music an entertainer in your own right. Your music were your own true an honest. Soooo dearly missed 😢😢😢by all your country music fans here in New Zealand ❤❤❤ sharing the Arohanui Love with all those whom love your music around the world. R.I.P. Merle also Bonnie Owens an the rest of them greats that have passed on 😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤. Thank you Lord Jesus for all these gifted people that has left this world. Be blessed everyone Amen. Kiwi girl Hirena. Big fan. Amen.❤❤❤❤
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
Thanks , awesome performance by Merle . Love his music and consider him as one of the best. Nobody today can come close. I listen to Merle, Willie,Waylon, George and Cash more than the modern country artists. Again, thanks for sharing- GingerS
I agree. I've been in love with Merle since I was 3 years old. My sister had the Branded Man album when it was first released and it was IT for me. "Don't Get Married" (my name's Julie) had me doubly hooked. I don't even know how many times I've seen him live, but he NEVER disappointed.
One of the coldest evenings in Toledo Ohio I was given the honor of witnessing one of Musics GREATIST ARTIST. That would be Merle Haggard .He wrote and sang most of his own Music. It was simply breathtaking .I didn"t know it at the time but it was probably the best concert I have ever been to, Thank you Merle and to his band . I shall always remember his show .
I saw Merle at the Sports Arena in Toledo Ohio many years ago.I am now 83 and still love listening to his music.Im happy his 3 sons are carrying on his music.I believe Ben sounds more like him and plays the guitar sounding like his Dad.
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After Merle and his generation there was no more Country music!
Merle is one of the best singer songwriters of all time but we got a few good country singers in the new generation. Check out Sturgill Simpson, Colter Wall, Tyler Childers, cody jinks ✌🏻😎
That's a really broad statement. He was good but he is not all that country music is about. I think Vince Gill can hold a candle.
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@@leahelam6073 Merle is the G.O.A.T. and is Vince Gill's inspiration
I really love merle and hes one of the best but its always hard to say hes the best. What about willie, waylon, George Jones, David Allan Coe, Hank 1 2 3 & 4, marty Robbins, johnny cash and many many more. All are the best in their own way. Its just a matter of taste.
I grew up listening to Merle Haggard. I thought he was fantastic. Now I am almost 70 still think he definitely was the very best. R.I. P
I love music by The One & Only Mural Haggard.
some call him, "THE REAL DEAL" including me, thxs for sharing...
Merle Haggard is a genius!!!!
The greatest singer songwriter period nothing else needs to be said !!!!!
At 61 years of age, I have to say his life and his songs for character and integrity to those that it touches! God bless you, Merle Haggard
🌹🌹🦁🔥❤️🌹🌹🌹
The greatest American songwriter ever.i love it.
You used truly God's gift to you. After all your adversities..., you triumph in the music world.
Hag is the GOAT of country music. ❤
Always love MErle singing thanks for sharring.
The six greatest in Country & Western history, in my opinion (in no particular order):
Hank Williams
Johnny Cash
George Jones
Willie Nelson
Waylon Jennings
Merle Haggard
I give the nod to Merle. He is and will always be, the greatest. This is a great collection of various clips from his career. Great to see!
I have to agree THE HAG is #1 !
There's no country music after Merle is gone
It's always nice to hear people ask for forgiveness for the bad they have done, we are blessed God forgives and bless us.
The best Countrysinger ever❤️
And don’t forget his son, Ben Haggard. He is the one who will carry on..
Absolutely agree, sounds the most like his dad!
And don’t forget Noel Haggard. His son, Marty, named after Marty Robbins can also sing like his dad.
I’m an Okie From Muskogee. Merle was “country music”.
God bless him. RIP MERLE HAGGARD. “THE HAG” 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶❤️❤️❤️❤️
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
Not. The best but among the best
My wife and I were married December 30th 1972,still married, our wedding gift from my wife's uncle was tickets to The Mosque in Richmond, Virginia to experience Merle Haggard and Donna Fargo, LIVE , wonderful memories !!!!
Donna Fargo
I was born December 30th 1971
May God continue blessing your marriage.
@@felixmaina6033 thank you my friend !!!! God bless you as well !!!!
Congratulations ,❤
Still trying to get used to the world without Merle
MERLE, was my ❤❤very favourite American Country music singer of all times, with Bonnie Owens Haggard. They were absolutely brilliant singing together, Merle had such a unique style voice that no one shall ever be able to compete against, He was phenomenal. I hope that he and Bonnie are RIP FOREVER. ELIZABETH SCOTLAND ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Simply the best.., there'll never be another MERLE HAGGARD.
Merle learned to listen and observe conversations, confrontations and people`s reactions from all walks of life including the early morning walk by his cell. I miss him however I`m glad he`s not here to observe 400 million snowballs rolling towards hell. Hag, hope you know how much you`re missed and thank you for all of the music that you left us with. RIP
His boys Marty, Noel, Ben and Scotty are doing a mighty fine job filling their daddy's boots and there's no mistaken when Noel & the youngest, Ben start to singing, you're hearing the legend himself. Many of our pure country music artist have gone home, leaving us with their young ones trying to fill their shoes, but Merle's boys have done better than most answering George Jones "who's going to fill their shoes".
@@nbk9372 Hi, I certainly agree that Merle`s sons are fine young men that have become very good musicians and singers in their own right. Unfortunately, their Daddy had been places both mentally and physically that afforded him painful and shameful memories that came to him in verse and rhyme and that`s why Country Music as we know it is exactly like folks like me, ran our races, saw many faces but now I just remember the sunny slopes of long ago as I attempt to remain ahead of time`s shadow, God bless you and your family and friends.
ray price also... my two favs
@catch-2232 He was one of my Daddy's favorite guys yeah we just lost Daddy at age 93 but Mama told me that we almost lost him at 22 in CA when he heard about Hank, Buddy, Jim, Keith, Merle and very especially Ole Conway. We heard Hello Darlin for the first time in the car and he looked at me in the back and said that song will go to number one as he did the first time he heard Ray Price singing Kristofferson's For the good times in 1970 in Glen Burnie, MD they were number one for many weeks. He did it with Almost Persuaded, and There goes my everything too. Daddy knew a hit when he heard it
Merle was and always will be the best singer of all time I think, he was one of a kind.
They didn't know it then but they were listening to legendary greatness ❤ Merle has climbed to the top of a mountain and he still sits there today. There will never be another like him 👏 👏 👏
I started listening to Merle with my dad when I was 10 nobody better , I listen to him everyday I'm 70 now
Merle is the real country music. His songs have that incomparable texture and Lustre. The magical gist of every song he sings is beyond words. May his soul rest in peace.
Merle Haggard was one of a Kind There will never ever be another Merle Haggard very Talented Man the Best thing that ever happened to Country Music is Merle Haggard if you don't believe me just listen to his Music, Folks.
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Man, I wish Merle & Charley Daniels were still with us today.
a voice that can’t be touched by anyone else. I have every song Merle ever sang and I play them every night when go to bed. He sings me to sleep . What a gift!
Same here.
I'd like it if Carrie U. would sing me to sleep, but I don't think I could at least I hope not. Lol
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
😅This man could sing like a bautifull Sunday morning.Rip.MyRle.❤❤❤❤.
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Merle Haggard had that special voice . He was a fantastic country singer . Love all his songs . His music will always live on . And he was a legend of his time ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Merle was a great person and had a beautiful voice
Merrill was one of the best country singers there ever lived rest in peace Merle
Yeah this is the definition of country music and my father loved Merle Haggard. I can remember my father walking around our house singing some of Merle’s songs We used to watch a show back in 1970’s that was called HeeHaw and Roy Clark,Buck Owens and all of the real country music singers were on this show The music they play these days is not country music It’s more like pop music and They don’t hold a candle to the real country music legends What a sad world we live in these days because real country music don’t exist anymore But as long as they play this music I will always listen to this music because it’s real music and it reminds me of my father especially Merle Haggard
This is So True. I grew up the same way. Just Turned 66. Thank You. Listening to Merle Music along with Noel Lee & Ben Some of Marty Scott. Has help Me. Lost My Husband 8-14-2021. Married almost 46years. I MISS MY Bobby. And Son Richard lost 2015 age 37.
The Haggard 5 has help MD keep My Sanity.
Haggard 5 ROCK
COUNTRY MUSIC
Saw HAG live in 1971 @ THE RIO PALM ISLE BALLROOM IN LONGVIEW, TEXAS DROVE 600 MILES TO SEE "THE HAG"!!!
I agree 100%
@@tomjonas7384 we used to laugh like crazy because Merle could imitate and sound just like any one else in country music at that time and do a very good job Him and Marty Robins,George Jones,Hank Williams and all the ladies of country music We just didn’t know what we were blessed with back then Because the people these days don’t hold a candle to any of the original country music musicians From the 1950’s until the early 1980’s There want ever be anymore country music like that I’m 53 years young and I like all kinds of music but the older country and blues music is my favorite by far
Always ❤
just love his songs/family too
Merle Rocks! The king of songwriters! And, over the top guitar player. Live on in your music Hag.
Merle Haggard was a poet of country music and he also lived it
That is so true!!! I have always said that about ALAN JACKSON also...2 poets of writing of love, life and heartaches ❤❤!!
@@sherrymartin2486 I like Alan too, but he didn't live it like Merle did.
That's what sets him apart.
Praise God for bringing him in this world, giving us joy thru his golden voice!
😊🙏Amen
Amen
Love and appreciate this great singer. Thank you, Merle
Not only did Merle Haggard have such amazing songwriting talent he also sang so well.
The last time I saw Merle was a Whitewater in New Braunfels, TX. My daughter and I were 50 feet away when he & Willie warmed up with an acoustic version of Pancho & Left.
MERLE was my 1st choice in country music , his voice was magical to listen to. There shall never be another MERLE HAGGARD.GOD BLESS YOU MERLE. ALSO HIS WIFE THEN BONNIE HAGGARD RIP BOTH OF YOU. REGARDS ELIZABETH XXXX ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Forget the order, there's never been anyone better than Merle. Trust me, I know.
Merle carried me through heartbreak, love, holding my children in my arms dancing for musical rhythm and to sleep, loosing some love-ones, and just because I love his music. ❤😅
Classy country back then. Love the way they sang and dressed with a real band and a piano!
There will never be another country singer like Mer 3:52
Country is still alive and well! Just start listening to Noel and Ben Haggard! They sound better and better each time I see and hear them perform!
The best there ever was. There will never be another Merle Haggard. If you don’t believe it listen to the junk today that is being played as country. Nothing but crossover. RIP Merle
Merle I miss you so much.there will never be another like you.
Ever since I was a kid I could remember this song and I'm 60 now and I still enjoy his music ❤
I'm 66 and remember my brother came home for leave from navy 1968. He had brought with him "albums " of Meryl and various others. Growing up,went in the army at 17 listening to hard rock. Missed the "nam" while in basic training. Got out and got married and came upon my brother's albums one day. And played "Meryl " and the others, and it took me back to the first time I heard them and I listened to them everyday when MY children were coming home from school and too this day my children know his music. Although it is a very much different time. I can say that "Meryl and Jones, Tammy and the man in black lives on. It's not just the music. It's of a time when the world was changing and maybe NOT for the better. But I do believe that his and the others are, a history of good family values.
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I miss him terribly but I will always have his music!!! ❤❤❤
Merle Haggard served time, Folsom or San Quentin, hard for me to remember, but the man had a tough life...he was real deal, and a good man. One of the GOATs of all time in country music. Miss The Merle.
Hall of Fame accolades notwithstanding, this man cannot but be underrated. His greatness is beyond measure.
Multi talented singer, songwriter, poet, producer, band leader, innovator, businessman/salesman, and he did it all with an indescribable ease and grace.
He was in a class of his on. There will not be another like him.
He was simply the greatest all-around country music talent that ever lived. Singer, songwriter, musician, band leader, impressionist (if you've ever seen him perform impressions of other artists, he was spot on). It's a race for second place, because there was Merle, and then there is everyone else.
@@whoisit441 MERLE HAGGARD IS THE BEST THERE EVER WAS AND WILL ALWAYS BE !!!
@@whoisit441 thats a broad statement but I guess it's about opinion
Yes it is but as I think about who was better I cannot think of anyone who outshines him. Probably my #2 pick of best would be Vince Gill, another great talent.
Waylon was the best guys
You can stop pretending now
Never forgotten, they were grateful days
I have 200 LPs of original Merle Haggard vinyl records, almost everything he ever released. (I collected them in Los Angeles in the 1980s when you go to little album stores in downtown and find them). I got them.
What is the best way to make sure they are saved for future generations? Money doesn’t matter, I just want them to be cherished, shared and appreciated forever.
If you’re ever looking to pass a copy of “pride in what I am” I’ll gladly take it, especially because it my favorite country album ever!
I started collecting vinyl for almost a year now. Think I have 3 of Merle. The idea was to only get a couple lp's 1 of every country legend and hang them on my wall. 1 of Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Bocephus, Marty Robbins, Charlie Daniels, David Allan Coe, ....... then I realized I do like a lot of country singers and my wall isn't that big 😅
Hi From AUS..The best country singer I've heard..the older he got the better he sang..shame he has passed over..
We have lost alot of country singers I am 76 and I love our country
Music
. I heard Merl I think it was 71 I lost all my CD&tapes&records my family put me out they
Would say it not true
But I listen to my phone thank you.
Loved this guy and his music my whole adult life!! He touched those places in your heart that you can't describe!
Echo your sentiments. His music will live on forever. 😍💕
Congratulations "EAR DAMAGE"; Superb mix, video and audio, a fine tribute to a stellar country performer born in Oildale, patriotic Kern County, California during the 1930's depression. RIP Merle Haggard, your music will go on for decades...
I got to meet Merle Haggard and see him in concert when he first got his start!
Watched these clips from front to back. Sure do miss him!
He has the same quality actor James Garner always had. A quiet, unwavering dignity.
For years renowned scientists, specialists from all over the globe have been working collectively feverishly and voraciously on a conceptual fractional theory based on observations from a genius that objectively observed how people reacted and he understood, his music is loved all over the world, the haunting question he left us with Are the good times really over for good? Yeah, we all still love Merle.
There will only ever be one Merle Haggard. No one can duplicate or pretend to have his talent or voice. He was a working man’s voice.
R. I. P.
MERLE HAGGARD
Bonnie Owens
Roy Nichols 🎸
I been listing to the Hag since I was about 14 years old and now I'm 72 I lived in Bakersfield many years and have been to the park where they have the Boxcar Home he was born in. I've seen him concert many times and seen him at Buck Owens Crystal Palace once, sad when he passed RIP Merle you are missed.
MERLE ALWAYS HAD THE PERFECT BAND. THOSE GUYS AND GALS WERE AWESOME.
I live in Oxford pa but I'm all country.from Tennessee.
The Best there's ever was or will be Merle !!!
Best singer ever lived in my opinion.
You got that right!
Pretty dam good still. Takes me back. I'am 67 now. Funny how it all works. Be well and be blessed.
Amen brother
I only discovered Mr. Haggard about 3 years ago.😢 So glad there are so many recordings of his work. Thanks to all the folks who took the time to upload these treasures.
I discovered the Hag about 60 years ago,Anna. A cover group in the old Homestead Tavern in Port Chester NY sang his songs. Real good. I went looking for the real Merle. When I finally found him he stuck with me forever. I'm sure the same will happen to you Anna. Once this guy gets into the musical part of your brain you just can't shake him loose and that is really good. Not too many that can do that anymore...... I can tell you had a good 3 years. Just came in from the back porch with my big Gibson Guitar. Sang and played: 'Today I started loving you again.' Always finish the night with that tune.
@@caesarwarrick4735 You are right. I studied voice for about 4 years. I learned "art" songs and classical pieces, etc. Never listened to "hillbilly" music ... much to my loss! Of course Mr. Haggard's music is much better. I am so happy that we can listen to his wonderful lyrics and melodies any time. I am almost 90, so I have had a lot of time to enjoy a lot of different styles. God bless you!
If you just discovered Merle 3 years ago, then there has to be some more HEAVY HITTERS than you haven’t found yet… it was the golden era of country without a doubt
Mearle the Pearl Haggard "The Hag " one of, if not the best in country music. My favorite.
Thank you for sharing all this great music. 🎶🇺🇸🥀🙏❤️
Merle was a real patriot, love this song. Americans were really lucky having the opportunity to see him on tv shows and his concerts. His fellow musicians rightly praised him and appreciate d him.
I agree. He loved this country, maybe NOT the political systems but he loved the country.
He is Amazing love all the songs about life.
Definitely he was a true patriot. He was a big supporter of Hillary Clinton 🙌🇺🇸
I TOTALLY AGREE WITH RONDA .
SUPPORT COUNTRY MUSIC 🎶
I saw Merle’s Sons on TV Singing I Loved seeing them
One of countries best ever.
Wow such a voice. That dimple is delicious, so good looking. Such a shame his record labels didn’t appreciate what a talent he was, he had to work so hard. He was an absolute phenomenome
Special classic country from Merle Hagerd I grew up listening 🎶to him ❤❤
Wow . Poetic rebel , this boys, and girls is real country music.
Sounds awesome, and no special sound effects or equipment like they use today, just pure talent.
Got drunk many times with my 8 track and The Hag.
Me too
They make music like this more..
The GREATEST male voice of ALL time, ALL genres. Sorry Frank, you are #2!
Oh he is such class a genius a poet teller an icon a legend of course . Thank you lord for this man a true legend full of pride an wisdom gifted to us from you now resting in your arms . We miss an love you Merle Haggard your music an entertainer in your own right. Your music were your own true an honest. Soooo dearly missed 😢😢😢by all your country music fans here in New Zealand ❤❤❤ sharing the Arohanui Love with all those whom love your music around the world. R.I.P. Merle also Bonnie Owens an the rest of them greats that have passed on 😢😢😢❤❤❤❤❤❤. Thank you Lord Jesus for all these gifted people that has left this world. Be blessed everyone Amen. Kiwi girl Hirena. Big fan. Amen.❤❤❤❤
no one will ever pass your voice
Can t ask for a better player and singer than old Merle Haggard best there ever was
Merle was blessed with an incredible talent. He blessed us with this wonderful music
What is just as amazing to me as Merle's talent was the fact that he wrote damn near all the songs we love.
Totally agree
He was the best, so many songs touch my heart.
l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days
Branded but Gods forgiveness, has taken away bad memories The father loves you.
I miss you Merle; You are always with me wherever I go
That's so touching
Hello Patsy
How you doing in there
@@rpsenca2012 Hello. I'm missing Merle. I'm doing okay and you
@@patsyeast1584 I'm doing great , thanks for asking
Thanks , awesome performance by Merle . Love his music and consider him as one of the best. Nobody today can come close. I listen to Merle, Willie,Waylon, George and Cash more than the modern country artists. Again, thanks for sharing- GingerS
Country the king
Merle was so handsome n I learned young from my brother that came home from Vietnam to love Merle’s music ❤❤
That was haggard. Those words are so damn true. In 2024. In America. On the edge. Like never in history….
He was one handsome dude - those eyes, those kissable lips - wow - never mind what he sang, just looking at him, he would get my vote.
I agree. I've been in love with Merle since I was 3 years old. My sister had the Branded Man album when it was first released and it was IT for me. "Don't Get Married" (my name's Julie) had me doubly hooked. I don't even know how many times I've seen him live, but he NEVER disappointed.
I totally agree
Hey
He was my Man..
Took a lot of shit growing up for loving him so!
WOW!! It Don't Get any Better than This,,He Was The BEST !!😊
And then,and then...comes Ben Haggard,just WOW !
The voice that echoes 'round the world.
One of the coldest evenings in Toledo Ohio I was given the honor of witnessing one of Musics GREATIST ARTIST. That would be Merle Haggard .He wrote and sang most of his own Music. It was simply breathtaking .I didn"t know it at the time but it was probably the best concert I have ever been to, Thank you Merle and to his band . I shall always remember his show .
I saw Merle at the Sports Arena in Toledo Ohio many years ago.I am now 83 and still love listening to his music.Im happy his 3 sons are carrying on his music.I believe Ben sounds more like him and plays the guitar sounding like his Dad.
They have it on TV but that's not country I'll keep the phone listening to what I want love.
Love me some Merle 😁🥳♥️♥️♥️
What a great tribute! Thx. I love Hank and Jimmy Rodgers but Haggard is #1 for me. Rip Papaw Larry
Losing him was like losing my dad all over again. I still get chills listening to that steel guitar.
The main guitar licks was Roy Nicoals lead guitar nom hamlet on steel they had the strangers recognized music
@@douglashowell9968 One record, he claimed he, Roy Nichols, IW Harper and Jim Beam wrote a song together called Billy Overcame His Size/Hobo Bill.
I could lessen to hem All night Till Dawn Betty Lumpkin
Che bella canzone!la musica che accompagna e meravigliosa...rip..in pace amore...😊😊😍😍😇😇😇😇💘💘💘💘💘
in his interview i watched once, he said all he ever wanted to do was to play gituar, but they told him he wasnt good enough, can you imagine? haha
It was nice to see this progression. Merle just got better and better as time went on and his confidence grew.
I know the very best 😁😎
Thanks to ear damage for posting this good video 😂🎉❤❤❤ from oldwoman Parisienne heartloving to Merle ❤❤❤
we used to have bush parties MERLE HAGGARD AND jOHNNY CASH BUCK OWENS
I dearly love the Okie from Muskogee!!