Merle Haggard, no one and absolutely NO ONE , is any more talented than this superstar.This is what Country Music is, too bad these performers of today think they are “country singers.Merle will always be the greatest of the greatest!
Unfortunately Judy MERLE Haggard who wrote @ sang this song .Passed away in 2016 with pneumonia. He was my favourite American country @ western super star.Him @ his beautiful @ great singer wife Bonnie Haggard. They were brilliant together. I live in SCOTLAND but lrish through AND through @ very proud of my roots Judy. I love all country AND Western singing. Now I adore Vince Gill @ his singing partner only Patty Loveless. Vince is married to Amy Grant Americas best lady Christian singer .Amy is FANTASTIC and beautiful also .They make a GORGEOUS couple together. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH SCOTLAND xx 😘😘
@@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw actually, he passed away in 2016; definitely was an amazing singer and songwriter. The very best version of "Holding Things Together" I've ever heard.
I started listening to Merle in the early 70's after Okie from Muskogee. Still love listening to him. He wrote nearly every song he sang back then. And, then there's that voice. We will never see a country talent like him again!
One of the best male country voices in the business. So clear, distinct, and Traditional Country and a privilege to put the steel to. We all miss the man. He was Country to the end.
@@rogerrambo6436... "Was"...R.I.P., Sadly. George Strait, Is... and in So many more ways, to. No drugs, a devout family man, faithful to his high school sweetheart & wife, Norma, Off & On the road..., Never even kissed another woman on the lips and even refused to star in the movie basically about himself (Pure Country-1992) if they didn't change the script where he was suppose to kiss his female road manager ("Lula" in the movie), no drama, no "issue's".... a much needed, real life role model for the younger... and older generations, and unquestioningly faithful to traditional Country music.
@bryantbenson299 I listen to Merle Haggards CD's a lot and listen to him on You Tube, also. I seen Merle, years ago ( twice) at The Little Nashville Opry, in Nashville, Indiana.
@bryantbenson299 No, I have never been to California . My kids always wanted to vacation in Tennessee. The Smokey Mtns. My boys loved the wild life there.
@bryantbenson299Helen Terry here. . I'm ok, Mr. Benson but I have a disabled husband that I take care of 24 hrs a day and it keeps me very busy. He loves Merle Haggard too. Hope you had a good day.
Oh my, I love this voice more every time I hear him sing; he couldn't possibly get any better. And to think his sons have his same wonderful voice!👾💯💓💓💕💕
In that day Merle was the cream of the crop. He had the best voice in music. He did impersonations. On his Fighting Side of Me record. I saw him do that concert in Roanoke Va. He was so talented. When you can sing like Marty Robbins, Hank Snow, Buck Owens, Johnny Cash and sound like them all, that's incredible.
Merle is One of the Best All time country writers and then make you cry when he sings his sad songs. Very few have every done that. He's now singing for the LORD and im sure HE enjoys it.
A beautiful song. I can relate to this song in so many ways. Starting with my mother, then my husband passing in 99. Love merle. All of his songs hit home.ty merle
@@irenescheffer-rorek3119 I really don't know what you mean by that ( Helen Terry V ) but, if you think I'm running Merle down, then your out of line. I love his singing and song writing. One of the best next to Ricky Van Sheltin, Merle is my next favorite, real country singer and writer.
Merle's songs hit home...all too often, and just great music!!! "lookin for a place to fall apart" and goin where the lonely go...some of my favorites...wow RIP merle
Really, all other country artists are irrelevant. Merle was the greatest of all time. From writing, to musicianship, to singing. He took all of his predecessors and influences art and perfected it.
So many great present and past country artists, but Merle is my very favourite. He set a different pace in country music, and I listen to him every day.
ALWAYS brings the tears, reminding me of things I did to try to ease my daughter through a childhood ruined by her mentally ill, alcoholic mother, who was protected by law enforcement and crooked family court judges. Still awaiting MY JUSTICE, twenty years later. Merle understood and I love him for it.
@@debhill549 You are also so right. I used to be beautiful, not anymore. Even though my kids think I'm still beautiful. When I sit on my toilet without my glasses on, I can see myself in the merrow and I think, damn you do look pretty good. But putting my glasses on it was just a mirage. The wrinkles are still there. Have a nice day.
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An amazing man with the most unique voice for country and western singing. I absolutely adored the late great Merle Haggard. He shall always be my no 1 with Bonnie Haggard. His late wife .May they both RIP together always. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH PERTH SCOTLAND xxxxxxx ❤❤❤
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@@martinkennedy974 Thank you Martin.l am a True fan of MERLE Haggard and Bonnie Haggard. There shall never be two as wonderful as them BOTH. I just am still as crazy for them BOTH. Martin xxx 💞💞💞💞🦋🦋🦋🦋😘
@@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw Hey! That’s very good to know, I just can’t stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If I may ask which of all their songs is your favourite? Have a great day… Stay Safe
@@martinkennedy974 MARTIN, I LOVE TO HEAR ( SWINGING DOORS ) .AS ITS ALL TRUE. MIND YOU , ALL OF MERLES SONGS ARE TRUTHFUL. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SONG MARTIN ? REGARDS ELIZABETH.
@@martinkennedy974 Dear Martin , so sorry about not getting back to you earlier on with my thoughts , l was not keeping to well .l have the diagnosis now @ not good. But am a fan of MERLE .(DEFINITELY). LOVED HIS UNIQUE STYLE VOICE, FANTASTIC GUITARIST, THE BEST EVER. HE WAS MY NO 1 AMERICAN COUNTRY AND WESTERN SINGING GENTLEMAN. I LIVE IN SCOTLAND , BUT I AM ACTUALLY IRISH THROUGH AND THROUGH AND VERY PROUD OF MY ROOTS. THANKS FOR YOUR ASKING ME, IT HAS BEEN A PLEASURE TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GET BACK TO YOU MARTIN.AS THE SAYING GOES. BETTER LATE THAN NEVER. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH SCOTLAND 🥰
He was so great, such a shame with don't have but two left that sing worth a flip. There will never be another Merle. Such a wonderful gift he was given.
Hi John, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. I'm Patti from California, looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind, thank you.
Merle Haggard, no one and absolutely NO ONE , is any more talented than this superstar.This is what Country Music is, too bad these performers of today think they are “country singers.Merle will always be the greatest of the greatest!
Merle Haggard is beyond “the greatest of the greatest” - he is forever underrated, because no amount of praise or accolades would ever be sufficient …
I agree! I grew up with Merle's music from my dads records. He just turned 78 and we sing them together all the time.
You are so right with your comments regarding Merle and Bonnie
I absolutely agree with you.
2023 still listening to real country 💕
This is the best I have ever heard any one sing this song its beautiful thank you for the enjoyment you give us
😢reminds me of old times ❤
I totally agree Doyle.(so relaxing).Only MERLE @ Bonnie singing that song makes you feel real inside. REGARDS ELIZABETH SCOTLAND 😘😘🙏🙏
Unfortunately Judy MERLE Haggard who wrote @ sang this song .Passed away in 2016 with pneumonia. He was my favourite American country @ western super star.Him @ his beautiful @ great singer wife Bonnie Haggard. They were brilliant together. I live in SCOTLAND but lrish through AND through @ very proud of my roots Judy. I love all country AND Western singing. Now I adore Vince Gill @ his singing partner only Patty Loveless. Vince is married to Amy Grant Americas best lady Christian singer .Amy is FANTASTIC and beautiful also .They make a GORGEOUS couple together. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH SCOTLAND xx 😘😘
I love this man his songs are like diamonds in the sky what a voice
@@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw actually, he passed away in 2016; definitely was an amazing singer and songwriter. The very best version of "Holding Things Together" I've ever heard.
I started listening to Merle in the early 70's after Okie from Muskogee. Still love listening to him. He wrote nearly every song he sang back then. And, then there's that voice. We will never see a country talent like him again!
sending love ,You can't lie to your soul, did you watch this live?
😊
Wow. He was such a talent. Thank God his music luves on. Handsome man here.
Hello Theresa
Fabulous what a terrific voice. I miss you Merle.
Hard to believe you've been gone from this earth for several years now, but in my heart you will always be.
The world has always been full of amazing singers and for me this man is way way up there
One of the best male country voices in the business. So clear, distinct, and Traditional Country and a privilege to put the steel to. We all miss the man. He was Country to the end.
Hollywood handsome
Merle is the best -
@@rogerrambo6436... "Was"...R.I.P., Sadly. George Strait, Is... and in So many more ways, to. No drugs, a devout family man, faithful to his high school sweetheart & wife, Norma, Off & On the road..., Never even kissed another woman on the lips and even refused to star in the movie basically about himself (Pure Country-1992) if they didn't change the script where he was suppose to kiss his female road manager ("Lula" in the movie), no drama, no "issue's".... a much needed, real life role model for the younger... and older generations, and unquestioningly faithful to traditional Country music.
One of very few this great !
In my mind he was the best country singer of all time.
My mom listened to Merle Haggard when I was a kid, I never realized how truly talented he was until I got grown. He was one of a kind!
Merle and Buck lived 4 hours from growing up in Bakersfield Ca . 2 great country music legends never again country music will sound like this.
This song says it all about merles talent. Wonderfully writer. Beautiful voice. He's got it all
Today's country singers wouldn't make a hair on his head.
@@jim5746
AMEN ❤
I like hearing Merle's sons all sing but, Merle's still the best country singer. That voice is one of a kind. Love it.
@bryantbenson299 I listen to Merle Haggards CD's a lot and listen to him on You Tube, also. I seen Merle, years ago ( twice) at The Little Nashville Opry, in Nashville, Indiana.
@bryantbenson299 Mostly all his songs are favorites but if I had to pick one, it would probably be, Sing Me Back Home. I love to hear him sing, hymns.
@bryantbenson299 I'm.from Southern Indiana.
@bryantbenson299 No, I have never been to California . My kids always wanted to vacation in Tennessee. The Smokey Mtns. My boys loved the wild life there.
@bryantbenson299Helen Terry here. . I'm ok, Mr. Benson but I have a disabled husband that I take care of 24 hrs a day and it keeps me very busy. He loves Merle Haggard too. Hope you had a good day.
The fake country music artists in Nashville today will never realise how good this man was
I wouldn’t say all of them! Some (Cody Jinks) like the older ones, and get as excited as we do when meeting them.
there never will be anyone like him again the singers that we have now you wouldnt listen to them r i p merle you will never be forgotten.
Hello Valerie
Oh my, I love this voice more every time I hear him sing; he couldn't possibly get any better. And to think his sons have his same wonderful voice!👾💯💓💓💕💕
In that day Merle was the cream of the crop. He had the best voice in music. He did impersonations. On his Fighting Side of Me record. I saw him do that concert in Roanoke Va. He was so talented. When you can sing like Marty Robbins, Hank Snow, Buck Owens, Johnny Cash and sound like them all, that's incredible.
And even today No One does it like he did. Not even close.
@@becausehelivesministryintl6841ciao amico!🙋😊😘💘🌅
He has brought country music to heaven
Merle is One of the Best All time country writers and then make you cry when he sings his sad songs. Very few have every done that. He's now singing for the LORD and im sure HE enjoys it.
When I hear Merle Haggard sing Holding Things Together it rips my heart apart. He brings this song to life as he does all his songs
Love it
MERLY IS GONE BUT HIS SONG MAKE HIM ALIVE I LOVE HIS SONG HOLDING THINGS TOGETHER BECAUS AM A SINGLE DAD
The very best.
One 0f the best
You can be the better than that
A beautiful song. I can relate to this song in so many ways. Starting with my mother, then my husband passing in 99. Love merle. All of his songs hit home.ty merle
Hello Sheila
He was one of the best in country music and he will always be 😊
Hello Cindy
Merle and Ricky Van Shelton were true country. Love them. Beautiful voices. So sorry that Merle is gone.
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@@irenescheffer-rorek3119 I really don't know what you mean by that ( Helen Terry V ) but, if you think I'm running Merle down, then your out of line. I love his singing and song writing. One of the best next to Ricky Van Sheltin, Merle is my next favorite, real country singer and writer.
Merle's songs hit home...all too often, and just great music!!! "lookin for a place to fall apart" and goin where the lonely go...some of my favorites...wow RIP merle
His voice flows like honey over me and he sure is a heart throb. WOW.
Murl wws a very Handsome Man when he was young. 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤🎉
Really, all other country artists are irrelevant. Merle was the greatest of all time. From writing, to musicianship, to singing. He took all of his predecessors and influences art and perfected it.
Love Merle My morning alarm is always set to his songs....God bless you Hag X
So many great present and past country artists, but Merle is my very favourite. He set a different pace in country music, and I listen to him every day.
ALWAYS brings the tears, reminding me of things I did to try to ease my daughter through a childhood ruined by her mentally ill, alcoholic mother, who was protected by law enforcement and crooked family court judges. Still awaiting MY JUSTICE, twenty years later.
Merle understood and I love him for it.
Merle haggard was truely the love of my life I seen him when I was 17 years old and ñever got over him
There’s no better performer in the business now or when was doing these songs. 👋👋👋❤️
Merle Haggard's voice is so powerfully solid.....He'll always be my favorite country singer...!
Hello recy
My name is Michael
amen I saw Merle JCash & June Oregon State Fair 1988.
@@mgfordesullivan227 hi there! I'm Recy.
@@michaelwillian8658ciao Michael! 🙋♀️😍😘💘🌅
OMG... the sound of his voice!
Hello Ella
One of kind !
Il miglior strumento musicale e la tua splendida voce...R.I.P...in pace tesoro...😊😊😊😇😇😇😇😇💘💘💘💘💘💘
The greatest baritone voice ever in country music...
What an amazingly talented and blessed man.
Anyone who would thumb this down must have been born without a soul.
Just one of the BEST!!!! I wish Merle was still with us ..... gone w....a..aa.a...y too soon!
He was Amazing! He just kept going through heart ♥ breaks , bad breaks, and what ever came at him, just loved him so much, Bless him
@Kelvin-Floresciao Kelvin!🙋😍😘💘🌅
Buck, Merle, George, ...just the the best....the very best....thanks for all of your music and that distinctive voice!!!
I LOVE THIS COUNTRY MUSIC IT TELLS A STORY OF THEIR LIFES IN THE PAST🙏❤
Hello Juliana
Agree, me too, i follow the lyrics and some makes me emotional, RIP Merle Haggard
Mama Tried, oh what a wonderful song! Dad loved it, so did I!
Loved him his voice was so great❣️❣️❣️❣️❣️
Muito bom
4:46
Loved all of Merle's songs! Mama Tried was a favorite!
Love this song. I can't stop playing this music video. What a task to hold things together!
I remember my DARLING MOTHER .
Same here heart wrenching. The best singer there ever will be. True country . All I can say is wow
@@victoriarachelle89 😊😊😊😊ppppp😊😮😮😢😢❤😂 I 😢😮😅😊😊😅😮😢 pppppo 6:06 6:06 😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😢😢
My dad was a real American country fan and a jazz fan . Merle one of the greats . I have some of his old albums xx
Hello Maura
I love all Merles music. Broke my heart when he passed❤
Merle is the greatest. His voice ist unbelieable .I am from. Germany.
3-17-2023 We LOVE MR MERLE HAGGARD FOR A VERY LONG TIME. SINCE 1966 ON.
MERLE HAGGARD LOVE YOUR MUSIC THANKS FOR THIS ..GOD BLESS YOU 🙌 🙌 🙌 🙌
One of the best!
He was this best singer 🤩
Besides being blessed with this incredible voice, he is also one damn good looking man. To bad we loose those looks when we get older.
Your so right but o don't think many run the gambit like Merle so handsome to so ugly. Lol
@@debhill549 You are also so right. I used to be beautiful, not anymore. Even though my kids think I'm still beautiful. When I sit on my toilet without my glasses on, I can see myself in the merrow and I think, damn you do look pretty good. But putting my glasses on it was just a mirage. The wrinkles are still there. Have a nice day.
Love his voice, his music, one of most talented writers too.❤ Gorgeous man when he was young too. Love Merle. Sing with the angel Merle.
I hope he knew how much his music was and is appreciated
Miss you Merle Haggard!!!
Country's best songbird, I love all his songs, thanks Merle, RIP
Fantastic singer, he always fascinates me when I watch him.
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Meryl you was one of the greats. So gorgeous & that unbelievable voice. Thanks for the post
Love to hear merle sing
One of the best from Merle we will never hear his like again Light of Haven to you Merle Maurice Ireland
Sings songs with so much emotion, they pull at my heartstrings! This one made me cry!
Hello Ruth
It would be wonderful if all 3 of Hi First 3 Sons Noel Lee, Ben & Marty would sing Holdig Things Together. Especially Noel Lee.
Miss him. So bad he is the Best, Love the way his Sons play , sing too❤️🙏🏻😊💕😄❤️🙏🏻🌹🌻
An amazing man with the most unique voice for country and western singing. I absolutely adored the late great Merle Haggard. He shall always be my no 1 with Bonnie Haggard. His late wife .May they both RIP together always. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH PERTH SCOTLAND xxxxxxx ❤❤❤
Hello!!! How are you doing today, please pardon me for intruding into your privacy but I just wanted to know if you’re a fan ? Have a great day… Stay Safe!
@@martinkennedy974 Thank you Martin.l am a True fan of MERLE Haggard and Bonnie Haggard. There shall never be two as wonderful as them BOTH. I just am still as crazy for them BOTH. Martin xxx 💞💞💞💞🦋🦋🦋🦋😘
@@ELIZABETHHUGHES-eh9gw Hey! That’s very good to know, I just can’t stop myself from listening to this song anytime am alone! If I may ask which of all their songs is your favourite? Have a great day… Stay Safe
@@martinkennedy974 MARTIN, I LOVE TO HEAR ( SWINGING DOORS ) .AS ITS ALL TRUE. MIND YOU , ALL OF MERLES SONGS ARE TRUTHFUL. WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE SONG MARTIN ? REGARDS ELIZABETH.
@@martinkennedy974 Dear Martin , so sorry about not getting back to you earlier on with my thoughts , l was not keeping to well .l have the diagnosis now @ not good. But am a fan of MERLE .(DEFINITELY). LOVED HIS UNIQUE STYLE VOICE, FANTASTIC GUITARIST, THE BEST EVER. HE WAS MY NO 1 AMERICAN COUNTRY AND WESTERN SINGING GENTLEMAN. I LIVE IN SCOTLAND , BUT I AM ACTUALLY IRISH THROUGH AND THROUGH AND VERY PROUD OF MY ROOTS. THANKS FOR YOUR ASKING ME, IT HAS BEEN A PLEASURE TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO GET BACK TO YOU MARTIN.AS THE SAYING GOES. BETTER LATE THAN NEVER. KINDEST REGARDS ELIZABETH SCOTLAND 🥰
My very favorite ,what a voice ? RIP Merle...
It sure isn't for many things in life. Merle is the best. Love his music in my library.
So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. Hello
Im 32 and I never knew he was that good. Old country is slowly pushing out all modern influences lol its that good!
This is a beautiful song by Merle Haggard like all of his songs
I will forever love Merle Haggard!
Filipina here from Cordillera region Philippines where country music is the best to sing 😍😍 miss my dad singing Merle Haggard songs ...old but gold 😍😍
Can i sing this song for you?
Ilikef merle ypu spund a lot lloke him
Love it
Salute from Georgia..miss PI
@@keenanmangiwet5652 yes please😊
Love this song thanks for sharing.The Hagg was a great singing..🇨🇦💕🇨🇦
❤❤❤❤AMEN brother we grew up on this with my family 👪 and uncles and aunts ❤❤❤❤
He was so great, such a shame with don't have but two left that sing worth a flip. There will never be another Merle. Such a wonderful gift he was given.
Hello Joann
I still have some old cassettes from way back,and would you believe my 2003 car has a cassette player,so I listen to him often. He is the best
Mama was so proud of him and never gave up on him.
Great song ❤
A pure voice.
Hello Margaret
@Kelvin-Floresciao Kelvin!🙋😍😘💘🍀
@Kelvin-Floresgrazie Kelvin! Buona giornata! 😊🥰😍😘💘❤️💋🌅🍀
@Kelvin-Floresda dove chatti tesoro! Io da milano! 🤔😊😍😘💘🍀
Some great stuff from the Hag in his prime. Released in 1974 on his album titled, "Merle Haggard Presents His 30th Album".
Angie is a beautiful song love it
What a singing the greatest. I just enjoy your singing Merle. You and Bonnie Owens were so great to gather. R.I.P. Bonnie and Merle.
Alice Sausville I will be where
one of my favorite I love this song❤
@@martinkennedy974ciao Martin! 😊😘💘🌅
Merle is One of the Best All time country singers.❣❣❣❣❣BRITCHIE
RIP Merle Haggard, always loved your music...
Hello Joyce
Mere Haggard had the most wonderful "singing voice" ! Enjoyable to the Max.
Ron McCoy A wonderful talent and so handsome
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i love the songs of Merle Haggard ,his voice,his is so talented also ,he played diff.instrument, handsome with dimples i love u merle
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I love this voice!!!
Merle had a pleasing voice to listen to
Hello Barbara
Such a great voice RIP Merle
Be happy with Jesus Merle.
What a Voice Thank you Merle
Merle's music will always play in my home 🎶 ❤️ 🎶
❤ love this guy.. the best ❤
I love holding things together very true
Yeah He's a beautiful song here's for all can remember his songs thank you.
Hi John, how are you doing. I hope you are safe and in good health. I'm Patti from California, looking for a new friend and i saw your pic here. I hope you don't mind, thank you.
God surely blessed this man
Hello Carolyn
Ĥello Everyone!
Sung as only Merle could sing it. So much emotion
So sorry for the infringe on your privacy. Beautiful song. Hello
I love this lovely gospel songs
Thanks
Always loved Merle! Wonderful voice!
Hello Madeleine
@Bryant Benson since I was a teenager. I grew up listening to classic country.
Loved that man & his songs. He was one of the GREASTEST.
Not 1 of the greatest...THE GREATEST
Absolutely
Beautiful, but sad song.
Hello Cassie
Yes this man has always been the greatest singer in country music. When he left. It was over.😢
LOVE MERLE singing ( HOLDING THINGS TOGETHER ).AND OH! SO VERY TRUE. THANK YOU MERLE RIP ALWAYS. ELIZABETH SCOTLAND ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
A fantastic song from Merle
My favorite song is here. I fell in love with my wife when she was still alive
So beautiful