I am an old white woman and I relate to you…..We are Human. Don’t apologize for “not Hating” ….We need young men like you.

"Mama Tried" 💚🤙🏼

OMG This is a man straight, not Straight out of Compton poser world, but straight out of PRISON. Not county jail but San Quentin. He wrote all his many many top songs!! He is my favorite in the whole world. So there is that.

Bruh he is the truth and the REAL OUTLAW when all the others just sang about it. He lived it

We call him “The Hag”. Legend, OG, A Master Songwriter, Vocalist and Guitarist. The Hag was an Artist for the common man, the blue collar workers. He sang about what he wanted/was important and if the fay cats didn’t like it, he didn’t give a sh!t. Merle Haggard is a very deep rabbit hole you must discover. And watching him perform live is an experience.

Merle Haggard is the Gold Standard for country music. I had the pleasure of seeing him live twice--he is sorely missed. His voice and songwriting are unequalled.

My brother, you need to go down the Merle Haggard rabbit hole. He's right up there with Johnny Cash! My favorite Merle Haggard tune is "I take a lot of pride in what I am". His more popular songs "branded man", "sing me back home", "silver wings" are incredible too. FYI: Merle Haggard was a prisoner in San Quentin when Johnny Cash played there, watching Johnny Cash perform changed Merle Haggard's life.

Fightin' Side Of Me is one of my favs of his. Very much still relevant these days. Unfortunately, not many younger people feel that kind of pride anymore.

Grew up on the dirt roads drinking beer and listening to Merle. You should look up his life history. Definitely outlaw.

I'm 78. I'm a Navy Vet. I'm a proud American. That said, I liked the video. Can't say I'd heard it before but I probably had. I remember everything he was singing about. But,...... What I really liked was what you had to say. As one proud American to another, Thank you!

He was a real outlaw but changed when he GOT OUT OF PRISON, he had a troubled youth also. Thank you for being who you are............

Merle, even though he served time when he was younger, is probably one of the greatest Patriots the US has ever had. He also was blind to differences in Race, Color, or Creed. He shared a lot of the views that the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had. Rest in Peace, Mr. Haggard.

Here's a great Merle song..."I think I'll just stay here and drink"

You are 100% Patriotic.!!! I served on active duty in the Navy for 22 years. I will always Love the Country and our Flag.!!

this is one of the best songs I have ever heard .. I honor you for playing it

The Hagg died in 2016. This song was originally released in 1982. He spent 2.5 years in San Quentin for burglary & attempted escape. He was anything but 'clean cut'. LOL He did a song called 'Okie from Muskogee'. (Muskogee, Oklahoma) & its kind of sung in jest about hippies & drugs etc. He has a fun song with Willie Nelson called 'It's all going to pot'. Check the old boys out.

The Hag is an "OG" in country music. "Sing me back home" is an amazing song. His catalog is deep

Great reaction! Merle came to national attention with the ant-hippie pro-Vietnam War anthem "Okie from Muskogee" in 1968. Over the years he realized that we had been lied to, and he moved more and more into the counter culture. The next Outlaw you need to discover may be the best of them all Waylon Jennings. He also has dozens of great songs. "Are you sure Hank done it this way?" might be a good place to start.

I grew up listening to Merle haggard because he was one of my dad's favorite singers

Grew up listening to the Hag. Probably my favorite artist of all time. Definitely top 3. Back in the 70's it seems like my mom never took her Merle Haggard 8-track tape out of the tape deck in the car. I had the whole thing memorized before I was in kindergarten. You need to check out a song called "Mama tried." Or "That's the way love goes." Both are excellent! 👍

Merle love America like so many did. If we're to change the Country we're living in now the 1 THING WE HAVE TO DO IS REALIZE THAT WE'RE ALL FELLOW AMERICANS & BE PATRIOTIC AGAIN!! THIS IS OUR COUNTRY MY FELLOW AMERICANS, LET COME TOGETHER!!!!!!!

Hats off to you bro. You don't buy into the divisiveness of politics and I appreciate that. Merle was one of the greatest and you should check him out some more. Mama Tried, Drink Up and Be Somebody, Okie From Muskogee, Ramblin Fever, Pancho and Lefty (with Willie Nelson), you can't miss with Merle.

I grew up listening to Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, and Don Williams. All of it is really good listening. If you have not done Don Williams, he is really worth listening to.

Merle Haggard was doing time at San Quentin when he heard Johnny Cash live. He started to turn to music. He was doing hard time but started to write and play great music. Hes part of the " Outlaw Country" trend. He was offically pardoned by Ronald Reagan in 1972. One of Willie Nelsons best friends

Love your understanding of this , it is for everyone who loves there country. I loved your presentation. I’m an older gentleman I respect what you just put on what this world needs. We need to all come together. Yeah I’m an old white man from Texas but I’ve always been a good man for everyone. That’s the truth we’re all one God made us each to be his children, and for us all to love each other. Because he is coming back love your channel young man. Thank you.

I like the way you are open minded, and willing to move forward as we all should. So many of these performers that you saw that came out of the era we’re brave enough to stand for the truth. Many were inspired by Woody Guthrie, who wrote America the beautiful, and the song were taught in school, is only part of this song there was verses that have been deleted from most media if you will. If you look it up and listen to the rest of it there’s been wise people that have been there all along through our strife in a country and humanity.

One of my favorite old school country artists, and Merle was one of the original outlaws.

Merle’s the best ,, I live in Las Vegas and have seen great performances but the guy who always got to me was Merle Haggard. He put poetry to music and he’s sorely missed. You’re going to have a great time ahead of you with this artist. Enjoy

I’m a 62 year old Christian woman. I connect with you brother!!!! Mad respect for uou

I want freedom, peace, safety, and a simple life where I don't see my countrymen as the enemy. I want this even more for my children. I think you do as well, because you're an American. I'm glad you reacted to this.

Black Pegasus I have never suggested a song to anyone ever but I truly believe this song would be perfect for you to listen to…. It’s preform by trace Adkins called Til the Last Shots Fired. Make sure you watch the live performance! If will get to those feels of yours no doubt because I know how much you love this country plus the fact your dad served!! Don’t let this one slip past you IT’S THAT GOOD! Julie

Thanks for being open about where you are coming from. Your openness and heart gives me hope there is still a chance that we might come together. This song came out in 1982. I believe the imagery in the video were pulled from Norman Rockwell. At his time he was considered an artist reflecting American culture. I'm going to mention some songs by the Hag, that I have not seen mentioned. "Rainbow Stew" because I think it pairs well with this song. Two of my favorite ballads by him "Leonard" and "Daddy Frank". Finally I'll suggest "Think I'll Just Stay Here and Drink" I believe you'll like the style of the song. As always thanks for a great and thoughtful reaction.

Your comment that you don't need to be represented to connect with the music hits home with me. I'm a mixed race (White, Puerto Rican) Rock guy who grew up in the 70's as a teenager and Country music in not my thing but like all music I can appreciate it for what it is and enjoy it. That's what makes music beautiful and why it crosses all boundaries and cultures. It's all good.

*salute to you and your father. I was raised in a family where members of my family fought in every war this country has had including the French Indian & British war. That tradition ended with me. I should have been in Desert Storm but 3 days before I was heading out I was in a hit and run and it took me a year to learn to walk again... Navy said no thanks. I too have lost friends over our freedoms. I do tend to get a bit triggered especially if I see someone burning our flag. However, all that junk aside I enjoyed this reaction. Merle kind of straddled the fence to outlaw country. He has a huge catalog of music I think I have over 20 albums of his and I know I don't have all of his work. Some of his music will get you dancing, some will make you sit and think. Love your reactions keep up the good work.

I like your openness and honesty when talking to us as Adults, one to another, without the baggage so many people try and burden us with. We are fellow Americans, me and you. As it should be. Stay strong and safe my brother.

Quick comment. I love the reaction. Please dive into Merle because he has one of the smoothest voices in music. Much love! 👊🏼

Mama tried is must along with Pancho and lefty..

Better times are ahead, I honestly believe that. Merle is the deepest kind of well you'll ever find. Lastly, props to you for the shout-out to your wife. Mine is the greatest thing in my life. I need to tell her more often.

i saw Merle Haggard live in concert close to the end of his career... he was getting up there in age, but man, what an experience. Greatest country singer of all time.

You found a shining gem over a deep rabbit hole with Merle. I guarantee you'll vibe with his music.

All the painted pics are Norman Rockwell works.

🎼🎼🎼🎼 ... this song was played in my home since I was the tiny kid. .. my Mom & Dad were in a Country Music band. Thank you very much Black Pegasus for playing this Merle Haggard song and appreciating some old school Country. Music has the great ability to effect all people , different ages , different backgrounds, different taste in music , different races ... and when a good song hits none of that matters. I have been singing along to this song for 40 + years and it is still relevant. Merle has many great songs and he has such a cool voice. .... try "MaMa Tried" .. or "If I Could Only Fly" .. Music is magic !!! 🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶🤠🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

Oh yes! Merle Haggard! He was always my favourite country singer. I love his songwriting. He really tells a story. Mama Tried; Im a Lonesome Fugative; Okie from Muskogee; Branded Man; Swinging Doors; If we Make it Through December; Uncle Len; Daddy Frank; silver Wings; The Bottle Let me Down; Wake up; Going Where the Lonely Go; Misery and Gin; The Farmer’s Daughter; Rainbow Stew; Billy Overcame his Size; Sing a Sad Song; The Fighting side of Me; ….to name only some.

Man you could hate country music and still love Merle. That buttery voice sneaks lyrics in that grab your heart. If you like CDB you’d love Workin’ Mans Blues from Merle.

You are so right...we all have to come together...and keep what's good and right in our society for the future generations.

Welcome to the world of Merle..great first choice.. heck out Mama Tried, Sing Me Back Home, Oki From Muskogee to name a few..Merle was one of the GOATs

You had me worried at first because I had never seen your show before… but, you quickly changed my mind and I am thankful for you being a patriot and getting outside your box and looking at this video…. Great reaction video.- thanks for doing it.

You impress me so much. I respect your views so much and I think you expressed your thoughts really well. Thanks BP.

God bless you brother. We gotta speak truth, listen and come together. We can disagree without trying to cancel each other. 🙏🏼

Ohhh I love Merle Haggard. He was soooo famous and fabulous. He has great songs.

Merle is both Country country and Outlaw Country, that's what makes him so great.

I'm really enjoying your reactions, especially to the genres of music you are exploring. I am an old Marine and I live in Montrose Colorado. It's cool you are in the Springs! Keep talking from the heart. That's where we all need to be talking from. (Instead of the lower end ;-) )

This is not the video for this song, the visual, this is just something that someone on KZfaq or something added over the song

Merle Haggard, known as the poet of the common man. As a prisoner in San Quentin, he was inspired to turn around his life by Johnny Cash's concert there. More you're sure to like: "Mama Tried" "Workin Man Blues" "Okie From Muskogee" "Sing Me Back Home" "If We Make It Through December" "Ramblin Fever" "Rainbow Stew" "The Fightin Side of Me" "My Favorite Memory"

Merle Haggard was a great mimic. As part of his act, he imitated, in a kind way, all his great Country contemporaries.

Just my opinion-Merle isn’t one of the goats- he is THE goat!!!

Merle’s catalog is awesome. I love Mama Tried, Silver Wings, If We Make it Through December, The Fighting Side of Me, and of course The Okie from Muskogee. There isn’t a bad one.

Legend of country. " Mama Tried" is one of his best.❤ As very patriotic...try "Walking on the Fighting Side of Me" by Merle. You will enjoy it. 😊

TY, for the song. For real...I'm an Okie from Beaver, OKLAHOMA....poor and open minded. If I never heard Merle, I might be inside the prison now...he and Mom opened the eyes. TY again.

"Mama Tried " is another Excellent Hag song. My father was in the Navy; 3 BILs in Viet Nam - Marines, Air Force, and Army; Nephew did 2 TOD - Iraq and Afghanistan. 🎉🎉❤❤

Best poetry from Merle. Excellent song writer. My husband and I miss him. Went to 3 of his concerts. Our family and ancestors have been in the military since the Civil war. The Veterans should always be appreciated. Amen on your patriotic words. Thanks for Merle.

Merl Haggard is one of the best ever! So many songs to listen to. My go to when I'm drinking!!!

Always loved this song ❤

You must listen to Fightin’ Side of Me. Very patriotic. Great song by Merle Haggard. He’s an absolute legend.

Merle was called "the poet of the common man" for a reason. He had some great and well recognized hits, however, some of his lesser known songs are my favorites. You should check out "Irma Jackson", "Diana", "Shelley's Winter Love", "Uncle Lem", "Here in Frisco"... Can you tell Merle is my favorite?Miss him every day.

Love your reactions ♥️🙏♥️ Your parents raised you well!!!! They raised you to have a heart for people and most importantly for God 🙏 You eventually figured it out… the old saying about “if you’re not a liberal when you’re young you don’t have a heart and if you’re not a conservative when you’re older you don’t have a brain” 🤷🏼‍♀️ I know your Mom is looking down and is very proud of you ♥️ God bless you and your family 🙏♥️

Feelings, emotion, they’re universal.

I salute you, brother, for your love of country. ABSOLUTE BEST Merle Haggard song, true poetry: The Runnin' Kind.

Merle was definitely part of the "outlaw country" movement. He was literally an outlaw as a youth and was sentenced to life in prison at 21. He cleaned up his act as an inmate after seeing Johnny Cash live in prison and dedicated himself to becoming a singer. He eventually made it out on parole and became famous. Early in his career, he did sing a lot about traditional values and some pretty conservative stuff. "Okie from Muskogee" was his first big hit and is about being proud to be a square. But he always said that there was supposed to be a level of irony about it; he didn't exactly adhere to those values in his life. He has a lot of other songs that are about being an outlaw or take a rebellious or controversial stand on social issues.

My best friend of 41 years passed away this month and Merle Haggard was her favorite artist. May God bless the USA

The Norman Rockwell paintings, this era represents the values he is singing about.

Check out " Okie from muskogee " , also the fighting side of me"

You’re very right about what he’s saying. We are so divided anymore and it’s heartbreaking

I'm an old Hispanic male and I connect with you my Brother...

Merle has bars that'll slip past you if you aren't looking for them. 🖤☻🖤

I’m an old white guy ….. so glad that you relate to one of my favourite songs.

Because you're giving our genre a chance; many of us (myself included) are giving yours a shot. At times I truly feel my ears are going to start bleeding.. but I try it on 😆

My dad was a big Haggard fan and finally got a chance to see him in concert. Merle showed up so drunk that he couldn't sing! That's country music, but at least we got to see Johhny Cash & June Carter in their prime. They blew us away, and no live performance can ever match it.

One point; the song is about 40 years old. The imagery you are looking at is old school to people 40 years ago. The imagery you are looking at would resonate with your grandparents... or maybe even their parents. I'm 59 and those images are mostly before me as well.

OH - WOW!!! :) LOVES ME SOME MERLE!!! WHAT a SMOOTH, DEEP VOICE!!! Loved his song: SILVER WINGS!!! SO much fun to boot-scoot to, back in the DAY! THANKS, BP!!!

I grew up with my Dad singin Haggard tunes around the house all the time, he sounded just like him. Merle Haggard wrote over 70 #1 hits for himself and other artists, over 100 Top 10 hits...he could play the piano, fiddle, guitar, and saxophones, in fact he mastered them all...He died in April 2016, and when I told my Dad it was the second time I ever saw him tear up. Mind you, he was a USArmy Vietnam vet, he deployed twice where he went thru hell, and he was a bare knuckle fighter when he returned stateside, this man did never got emotional except for when his Dad died in 2002, and when Merle Haggard died...that's how important Merle is to many of us...I'm just sayin...🤘🏻🇺🇸

Music back in the 50's, 60's, 70's 80's and 90's, brought our races together. Disco, the old love songs, music brought us all together. I loved those times. I really hate the current times. We're totally lost now. It changed during the Vietnam War. Really after Kennedy was killed.

Yours is the best Music Reaction Channel there is. And I'm subscribed to quite a few of them. Love your Honesty.

And thank you for you're honesty and you're father's service!

Good to hear your input! Merle was a true American! Thanks!

Hag is speaking from the world he knew, from the world he was raised in and what he's used to. He's telling the truth as he knew it. Artist can only speak of a place from where they know. Thats why not everyone can understand certain paintings, or poems etc. A single artist isn't supposed to to speak to everyone. NOT EVERYONE IS THE SAME! Thats what makes this country so great...everyone's diversity! And NOT make those differences anyone's business except the individual.

You have such a REAL voice man, I have a great time hearing your perspective. 😊

For me, He's the #1 Country guy, triple threat, writes, sings, can really play guitar.

He is outlaw. He runs with them other boys. The years of music you are reviewing is all over the place. Outlaw country and it has its place. Thanks for reviewing it. Only reason I’m watching👍

I’m glad you are doing Merle haggard he is awesome I hope you do mama tried

Nobody like Merle! A top of the top of country music. A great rabbit hole!

From Wikipedia: Merle Ronald Haggard (April 6, 1937 - April 6, 2016) was an American country music singer, songwriter, guitarist, and fiddler. While at San Quentin (for robbing a Bakersfield roadhouse), Haggard... attended a Johnny Cash concert at the prison in 1958. Cash sang his song "Folsom Prison Blues" (1956) and had a profound influence on the young inmate, who upon release set out on forging a career as a singer-songwriter. Haggard was released from San Quentin on parole in 1960... I really enjoy his style of music and he usually provided a great message from his songs. He had a great, rich and smooth voice and created great music. Welcome to the Merle rabbit hole my friend... enjoy. another great BP reaction! PS: Check out his song "Momma Tried" kzfaq.info/get/bejne/rsuBgrt-yrnYaIE.htmlsi=92Wn5-LtldFPvnfA

Merle Haggard: •The Fightin' Side Of Me •Sing Me Back Home •If We Make it Through December •Okie From Muskogee And... so many more!

Freedom is universal, which is why it connects.

DUDE! Everything you said, everything you spoke came from your heart, and what you believe in! One of my most favorite songs. I'm actually speechless right now! THANK YOU!

its the words and the way they make you feel

You seem like a good dude. Love you standing for the flag

Your not missing it. You nailed it. I just found your channel and love it. Keep it going please.

This song needs to go viral! (Minus the joint bar)

Merle Haggard is Outlaw country. He performed in little country corner joints in my home town of Richmond Va before there were big arenas for performances. He was a contemporary of Johnny Cash Johnny Cash in all his glory performed at prisons notably San Quentin while Merle Haggard was an inmate for robbery. He was married 5 times and couldn’t seem to get his personal life together but he was one of the great outlaw country singers and composers who was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame.