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  1. 1 day ago · Merle Haggard. Merle Ronald Haggard (April 6, 1937 – April 6, 2016) was an American country music singer, songwriter, guitarist, and fiddler . Haggard was born in Oildale, California, toward the end of the Great Depression. His childhood was troubled after the death of his father, and he was incarcerated several times in his youth.

  2. May 12, 2024 · 3M views • 9 years ago. •. Country legend Merle Haggard was undoubtedly one of the most talented artists to ever live. Here are some of his best songs.

  3. Apr 29, 2024 · Originally from California, country artist Merle Haggard was a part of the 1950s Bakersfield Sound movement, a subgenre of country music that rebelled against the production-heavy “Nashville Sound” that was popular at the time (and still is). Over the course of his musical career, the songwriting icon released over 30 number-one hits.

  4. May 12, 2024 · Wes Langeler ·. COUNTRY MUSIC HISTORY. · May 12, 2024. New Hillbilly. Merle Haggard, man. The country music legend is known for being a cornerstone of the “Bakersfield Sound,” but depending on who you ask, he makes a strong case for a place on the “Mount Rushmore of Country Music.”

  5. May 16, 2024 · May 16, 2024. By. Paul Sexton. Photo: Michael Ochs Archives/Getty Images. Merle Haggard’s reputation as the champion of the working class was further cemented on May 16, 1969. That day, he...

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  6. 6 days ago · 1. What inspired Merle Haggard to write “Sing a Sad Song”? Merle Haggard drew inspiration from personal experiences and observations of those around him. He witnessed firsthand how music could serve as an emotional outlet, allowing individuals to find solace in its melodies.

  7. May 10, 2024 · On the Buck Owens ranch show, Sept 4th 1967

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