I remember when this song came out in the early 80's. I interpreted it then as a broadside against Reagan Republicans who were "anti-working man" and "anti-farmer". I had forgotten about this song until two years ago. I was shocked how the political environment has changed. This is the kind of song that would be a huge hit at a Trump rally. My have times changed.
Reagan won in two landslide elections so I take it that the "working man" may not necessarily agree with this view. In his second election, after everyone could know where he stood, Reagan won 49 out of 50 states. Think about that for a minute....49 states! His opponent won only his home state. His first victory against Carter was also a landslide. A good economy helps everyone.
Thank you so much for posting this. This song was my favorite song when I was really little, I even got to see them perform it live when I was 4 or 5 years old. This brings back good memories, thank you so much.
You sure wrote a great song, Mr. Jimmie Fadden. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is one of the BEST Bands in History! Also, is this video available on VHS or DVD?
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This song should shake the soul of every single American.
You can never get tired listening to them. God bless you all!
The first time I played in a group as a boy was with these great men
You are very lucky.
JANET REED I was in the right place / thank you
Love this song. NGDB is great. Ibby's voice is awesome.❤🌹
As good as it gets !!!
I miss music like this. Great, great song!!!
I remember when this song came out in the early 80's. I interpreted it then as a broadside against Reagan Republicans who were "anti-working man" and "anti-farmer". I had forgotten about this song until two years ago. I was shocked how the political environment has changed. This is the kind of song that would be a huge hit at a Trump rally. My have times changed.
The tRumphumpers never listen to the words. They were playing Born In the USA too.
1987.
It's still a great song and it's message is as true as ever.
Trump would have to actually care about farms and farmers=both dairy & crop
Reagan won in two landslide elections so I take it that the "working man" may not necessarily agree with this view. In his second election, after everyone could know where he stood, Reagan won 49 out of 50 states. Think about that for a minute....49 states! His opponent won only his home state. His first victory against Carter was also a landslide. A good economy helps everyone.
Damn look how quick he is with that mandolin! Definitely working his two hands!
hes a working man Lol
more i listen to country music the more I
like it
This song still rings true today. 2021
grew up with them -
I can identify with this song.
Superb stuff!
What a great song Love it
On some days like this it's a blessing. Too tired to leave.
I still love NGDB, but I sure miss the Ibbotson era. What a unique voice!!
This song hits you in the heart
Favourite Nitty Gritty song
Love that song
Nitty-gritty dirt band is great
Thank you so much for posting this. This song was my favorite song when I was really little, I even got to see them perform it live when I was 4 or 5 years old. This brings back good memories, thank you so much.
Love Jimmy's voice
Great song
Nitty Gritty awesome band fan from PA
Real country music
Great video. Thanks for sharing. Take care and God Bless.
Thank you for sharing this :)
Don’t know how true it is
Thanks
Awesome
You bet, working man these two hands
.. THAT'S what it's all about
You sure wrote a great song, Mr. Jimmie Fadden. The Nitty Gritty Dirt Band is one of the BEST Bands in History! Also, is this video available on VHS or DVD?
Any one have a tab for the mandolin parts?
Have you tried gardening?
I will