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George Jones and Hank Williams are there too. I know what you mean though. (Merle Haggard and Hank Williams were George Jones' favorite singers....he said it many, many times)
Old-school country.... nobody did it better than Merle. Next up 4 u: Are the Good Times Really Over, Someday When Things Are Good and then My Favorite Memory. Sad day when he passed (2016).... RIP Merle and TY for all you left us.
Considered one of the greatest way back when it's all about the story he told some good one and what you younger people don't realize is what great musicians these people where not the biggest country fan but loved how they could play God bless
Thank you for reacting to this video! I’ve been requesting this with other channels many times but you’re the first! It displays Hag’s multi talents in guitar, singing and song writing. No one better then Mighty Merle!
Subscribing to your channel today. I subscribe to many reaction channels but when I searched for Merle, it was pretty bare. Need more of his great talent. Thanks for this one
Love Hag, most of the band the drummer, lap steel and guitar player setting down were with him since the early days. Haggard was in Prison when Johnny Cash played there. When he got out in his early 20's he started making music noise. Interesting story. There's also a song Sing Me Back Home about a man he became friends with in there who escaped and shot a guard. He received the death penalty. He asked that Haggard sing his last request. True story and great song. Finally got to see Haggard probably 6 months or so before he passed. It was awesome.
Merle did 5 years i believe it was may have been 3 in san quintain where he watched Cash perform and decided music would be his way out . he is the real deal wild west bad boy ass kicker of all time in country. and a poet
‘Are the good times really over’ is the song. If a buck was still silver is the start. The song if fabulous!!! Still fits today. You need to do this song !!!!
It wasnt the context in which this was written but it tears me out of the frame every time i hear it because i think of my best friend who just dropped dead at 46 years of age . been 10 years and i just still miss my friend
He has a song called "Okie from Muskogee." His parents were from Oklahoma, and I think moved to California after the Dust Bowl and the Depression, I believe. I live fairly close to Muskogee. In 2008, I had an English teacher named Mrs. Haggard.. I convinced my best friend to jokingly ask her if her dad's name was Merle. Surprisingly she said no, but her husband was supposed to be related to him.
The difference is with Merle without any equivocation is ihe lived it he wrote. He didn’t need an autobiography all you have to do is listen to his songs from 1966 to 1990.
I wish I could hear more people say "I like country music" without thinking it was necessary to say, "but I only like SOME of it". I don't think I have ever heard anyone say I like classical music, but I only like SOME of it or I like rap music...but only SOME of it. Yet I would wager that anyone who likes classical music or rap music does not like every single solitary song in that genre of music. It seems we have been brainwashed into thinking that we should NOT like country music so therefore if we DO like it, we have to add the disclaimer...but not all of it. I just listened to another reactor who said, "I don't like country music but I like Dolly Parton". I wish he hadn't thought he had to make sure that everyone knew he wasn't really a country fan even though he had just admitted he was a fan of probably the biggest star in country music.
" I was country when country wasnt cool"...here in the deep south no one says "i like country, but not all of it." Its a given that we prefer country music. Its our heritage. We might say that about other genres but not country nor bluegrass.
Look guys, im pretty God damn country! But even I was thinkin just after the first 2 lines, "OH No!!". Now I like Merle Hag N all but this is one of them songs. It's not one for those that are on the fence. I could probably find a place in my life were I could like this song. But to me, it's just not a hit. Especially for a reaction channel. I really like you guys so far with the few videos of ur guyss I've seen. But im telling ya, your channel will fade quickly with songs like this one. I know there are people that will like it. I will even like it in the right setting. But I bet your numbers will be down with this one? Watch ur views. The Hag has alot of great ones. If I may suggest a couple names to explore there stuff. These couple of guys have really came in & made a mark that is different than most. Stirgil Simpson & Tyler Childers. Maybey you already know them? If you work with music I guess how could you not?? But you will like them & your viewers will like them.
Um...you're not much of a fan of country music, obviously. Merle Haggard was unarguably the greatest country artist that ever lived. Every country artist, past and present will tell you that. This one was not my favorite either but my suggestion would have been they listen to all of Merles songs. They are all masterpieces.
@janetcrowe7572 not one single singer has only hit songs. There are better songs to listen too. As far my taste of country music? And as far as Merle being the greatest? That's all in eye of the beholder. I do think Merle was great! But the greatest?? Defenatly room for aurgument there! I mean Hank Jr, Waylon, John Cash, and even some modern guys like Stirgil Simpson all can give aurgument to who the greatest is. As far as being true to country music, a person that would make a claim such as you have & then say if I disagree with you I don't have taste & that you tell someone to listen to all of your favorite singers songs. Someone who is truelly a fan & understands these guys would never say that & expect to still be taken seriously! U sound more like a Jason Aldean fan boy than a country music fan!
@@jesseduke694 while you can find many country artists claiming Merel is the greatest country artist of all time listen to this one. He says it well. "Who does Vince Gill think is the greatest country music artist of all time." We aren't talking about bluegrass. The subject is country. Merle had 38 #1 hits. He was amazing on guitar and fiddle. He was a genius at poetry and oozed greatness when he sang. He is #1 in my opinion and most all of those in country music. if someone wants a good taste of country music, they should research all of Merles songs. He was a genius. Just like you, I can voice my opinion as well. "MERLES THE GREATEST. And its tasteless to use God's name in vain when communicating publicly. Have a nice day
@janetcrowe7572 People that don't listen to country & want to learn of it & would like to hear some good examples of country that will appeal to a non country listening ear is not going to be able to appreciate all of Merles songs. They want to experience country music, not specifically & exclusively Merle Hagard. I do believe & would recommend that person listen to some of Merles songs, but to expect someone to listen to his entire carolog is nonsense & telling me I don't have taste for not suggesting the same is rediculas. I could tell you that you either like Waylon or your wrong! And though a fun phrase to say to people, not somthing you truly say to someone & be serious about. There is alot of soul touching country music out there to experience. Someone wanting to explore that may not know , in my opinion should be recommended to check out a few of the hits from many of the legends. Not just one inparticular. Hell, even Merle himself would tell u that.
@@jesseduke694 I didn't say you don't have taste, nor did I say they shouldn't listen to other artist. I like Waylon too. I like the older artists. Very few country artist today are actually singing country. Their either doing pop or bluegrass. The makers of this reaction are looking into Merle. So, why are we even talking about other artist?
Keep listening there's only two kinds of music. good and bad both aupplies in every style. I think it would be cool if you checked out some Jerry Reed his writing and singing and most definitely guitar playing was on the highest level he did not get a lot of credit most young people have no clue. They just remember him from the movies like Smokey and the bandit. I really enjoyed your video God bless.
By the way I'm a little partial I must admit I was his bass player for many years. Jerry and his wife Priscilla were incredible people. I recommend Jerry Reed guitar man he wrote it Elvis Presley cut it there's a great story behind the whole thing. Elvis went on to cut other of Jerry's songs. But my favorite version of guitar man was Jerry Reed live at the exit in Nashville Tennessee.
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With Country when you mention Merle haggard, He is at different levels,no one else is there...
George Jones and Hank Williams are there too. I know what you mean though. (Merle Haggard and Hank Williams were George Jones' favorite singers....he said it many, many times)
Probably one of the greatest singer'songwriter ever. He lived what he wrote about.
Merle Haggard was a musical genius. His music has been studied and covered by more artist than any other country artist.
I can relate to this song, Merle is the best !
Just something about Merle❤
Country is a genre that requires great Vocals. No age limit.
Yes Merle us one of the greats. Like number 1 possibly depending on who you ask
Not easy to do. The greatest!
One of my favs. My most fav is: One day when things are good, I’m gonna leave you. His voice!
Old-school country.... nobody did it better than Merle. Next up 4 u: Are the Good Times Really Over, Someday When Things Are Good and then My Favorite Memory. Sad day when he passed (2016).... RIP Merle and TY for all you left us.
A country legend and my favorite song by him. I think you're the first to react to this particular song. Listen to Misery and Gin by ol' Merle.
Considered one of the greatest way back when it's all about the story he told some good one and what you younger people don't realize is what great musicians these people where not the biggest country fan but loved how they could play God bless
Thank you for reacting to this video! I’ve been requesting this with other channels many times but you’re the first! It displays Hag’s multi talents in guitar, singing and song writing. No one better then Mighty Merle!
His LIVE RAINBOW STEW album is Great, and the albums he did with Willie, Great also.
Best to ever do it.
“Silver Wings “ is beautiful.
Man I loved your reaction !! Could tell you were diggin it!!! Their will be never be another like him❤❤god rest his soul!😢
You have to watch "Pancho and Lefty" with Willie Nelson. It's a mini movie. Best video ever made.
They call it the Bakersfield sound Started by Hag and Buck Owens
Merle Haggard, Buck Owens, and Dwight Yoakam all from Bakersfield CA
Merle and Willie loved Django! Merle was such a gift. I miss him. His voice was so full of emotion. Check out his “Kern River.”
Good observation. Country fans have historically been very loyal, making long careers possible.
Subscribing to your channel today. I subscribe to many reaction channels but when I searched for Merle, it was pretty bare. Need more of his great talent. Thanks for this one
Love Hag, most of the band the drummer, lap steel and guitar player setting down were with him since the early days. Haggard was in Prison when Johnny Cash played there. When he got out in his early 20's he started making music noise. Interesting story. There's also a song Sing Me Back Home about a man he became friends with in there who escaped and shot a guard. He received the death penalty. He asked that Haggard sing his last request. True story and great song. Finally got to see Haggard probably 6 months or so before he passed. It was awesome.
This song sums up how I felt when Merle passed away. He, more than anyone, sings my life. That was a sad day.
💕💕💕💕
Merle did 5 years i believe it was may have been 3 in san quintain where he watched Cash perform and decided music would be his way out . he is the real deal wild west bad boy ass kicker of all time in country. and a poet
You keep stumbling into my favorites. Glad to see it. It's the good stuff. Keep em coming.
How about some Freddy Fender "before the next teardrop falls"
If you like Merle haggard listen to"if a buck was still silver !it is great and it relates to what'out country js about today.
‘Are the good times really over’ is the song. If a buck was still silver is the start. The song if fabulous!!! Still fits today. You need to do this song !!!!
merle makes that guitar smoke
It wasnt the context in which this was written but it tears me out of the frame every time i hear it because i think of my best friend who just dropped dead at 46 years of age . been 10 years and i just still miss my friend
He has a song called "Okie from Muskogee."
His parents were from Oklahoma, and I think moved to California after the Dust Bowl and the Depression, I believe. I live fairly close to Muskogee.
In 2008, I had an English teacher named Mrs. Haggard.. I convinced my best friend to jokingly ask her if her dad's name was Merle. Surprisingly she said no, but her husband was supposed to be related to him.
The difference is with Merle without any equivocation is ihe lived it he wrote. He didn’t need an autobiography all you have to do is listen to his songs from 1966 to 1990.
I wish I could hear more people say "I like country music" without thinking it was necessary to say, "but I only like SOME of it". I don't think I have ever heard anyone say I like classical music, but I only like SOME of it or I like rap music...but only SOME of it. Yet I would wager that anyone who likes classical music or rap music does not like every single solitary song in that genre of music. It seems we have been brainwashed into thinking that we should NOT like country music so therefore if we DO like it, we have to add the disclaimer...but not all of it.
I just listened to another reactor who said, "I don't like country music but I like Dolly Parton". I wish he hadn't thought he had to make sure that everyone knew he wasn't really a country fan even though he had just admitted he was a fan of probably the biggest star in country music.
country music =3cords and a true story
The letters on his strap are make of real silver
Do you like it enough to do more country reactions?
He was born in Oklahoma in Muskogee Oklahoma
Thank you! I'm old, but you don't want to hear me anymore.
" I was country when country wasnt cool"...here in the deep south no one says "i like country, but not all of it." Its a given that we prefer country music. Its our heritage. We might say that about other genres but not country nor bluegrass.
If you could do some Jerry lee lewis it would be great.
He was
Look guys, im pretty God damn country! But even I was thinkin just after the first 2 lines, "OH No!!". Now I like Merle Hag N all but this is one of them songs. It's not one for those that are on the fence. I could probably find a place in my life were I could like this song. But to me, it's just not a hit. Especially for a reaction channel. I really like you guys so far with the few videos of ur guyss I've seen. But im telling ya, your channel will fade quickly with songs like this one. I know there are people that will like it. I will even like it in the right setting. But I bet your numbers will be down with this one? Watch ur views. The Hag has alot of great ones. If I may suggest a couple names to explore there stuff. These couple of guys have really came in & made a mark that is different than most. Stirgil Simpson & Tyler Childers. Maybey you already know them? If you work with music I guess how could you not?? But you will like them & your viewers will like them.
Um...you're not much of a fan of country music, obviously. Merle Haggard was unarguably the greatest country artist that ever lived. Every country artist, past and present will tell you that. This one was not my favorite either but my suggestion would have been they listen to all of Merles songs. They are all masterpieces.
@janetcrowe7572 not one single singer has only hit songs. There are better songs to listen too. As far my taste of country music? And as far as Merle being the greatest? That's all in eye of the beholder. I do think Merle was great! But the greatest?? Defenatly room for aurgument there! I mean Hank Jr, Waylon, John Cash, and even some modern guys like Stirgil Simpson all can give aurgument to who the greatest is. As far as being true to country music, a person that would make a claim such as you have & then say if I disagree with you I don't have taste & that you tell someone to listen to all of your favorite singers songs. Someone who is truelly a fan & understands these guys would never say that & expect to still be taken seriously! U sound more like a Jason Aldean fan boy than a country music fan!
@@jesseduke694 while you can find many country artists claiming Merel is the greatest country artist of all time listen to this one. He says it well. "Who does Vince Gill think is the greatest country music artist of all time." We aren't talking about bluegrass. The subject is country. Merle had 38 #1 hits. He was amazing on guitar and fiddle. He was a genius at poetry and oozed greatness when he sang. He is #1 in my opinion and most all of those in country music. if someone wants a good taste of country music, they should research all of Merles songs. He was a genius. Just like you, I can voice my opinion as well. "MERLES THE GREATEST. And its tasteless to use God's name in vain when communicating publicly. Have a nice day
@janetcrowe7572 People that don't listen to country & want to learn of it & would like to hear some good examples of country that will appeal to a non country listening ear is not going to be able to appreciate all of Merles songs. They want to experience country music, not specifically & exclusively Merle Hagard. I do believe & would recommend that person listen to some of Merles songs, but to expect someone to listen to his entire carolog is nonsense & telling me I don't have taste for not suggesting the same is rediculas. I could tell you that you either like Waylon or your wrong! And though a fun phrase to say to people, not somthing you truly say to someone & be serious about. There is alot of soul touching country music out there to experience. Someone wanting to explore that may not know , in my opinion should be recommended to check out a few of the hits from many of the legends. Not just one inparticular. Hell, even Merle himself would tell u that.
@@jesseduke694 I didn't say you don't have taste, nor did I say they shouldn't listen to other artist. I like Waylon too. I like the older artists. Very few country artist today are actually singing country. Their either doing pop or bluegrass. The makers of this reaction are looking into Merle. So, why are we even talking about other artist?
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Keep listening there's only two kinds of music. good and bad both aupplies in every style. I think it would be cool if you checked out some Jerry Reed his writing and singing and most definitely guitar playing was on the highest level he did not get a lot of credit most young people have no clue. They just remember him from the movies like Smokey and the bandit. I really enjoyed your video God bless.
By the way I'm a little partial I must admit I was his bass player for many years. Jerry and his wife Priscilla were incredible people. I recommend Jerry Reed guitar man he wrote it Elvis Presley cut it there's a great story behind the whole thing. Elvis went on to cut other of Jerry's songs. But my favorite version of guitar man was Jerry Reed live at the exit in Nashville Tennessee.
Jeez im gettin old....all the greats i was raised on....gone on ahead....
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The Cyrus family music has its own category called s.h.i.t.
Misery and gin