Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson - Pancho and Lefty (Video)

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Merle Haggard

Merle Haggard

9 жыл бұрын

Merle Haggard with Willie Nelson, "Pancho And Lefty"
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Lyrics:
Living on the road my friend was gonna keep you free and clean
Now you wear your skin like iron and your breath's as hard as kerosene
You weren't your mama's only boy but her favorite one it seems
She began to cry when you said goodbye and sank into your dreams
Poncho was a bandit boy, his horse was fast as polished steel
He wore his gun outside his pants for all the honest world to feel
Poncho met his match you know on the deserts down in Mexico
Nobody heard his dyin' words ah but that's the way it goes
All the Federales say they could've had him any day
They only let him slip away out of kindness I suppose
Lefty he can't sing the blues all night long the way he used to
The dust that Poncho bit down south ended up in Lefty's mouth
Day they laid poor Poncho low Lefty split for Ohio
Where he got the bread to go there ain't nobody knows
All the Federales say they could've had him any day
They only let him slip away out of kindness I suppose
The poets tell how Poncho fell and Lefty's living in a cheap hotel
The desert's quiet and Cleveland's cold and so the story ends we're told
Poncho needs your prayers it's true but save a few for Lefty too
He only did what he had to do and now he's growing old
They only let him go so long out of kindness I suppose
A few great Federales say could've had him any day
They only let him go so long out of kindness I suppose
#WillieNelson #MerleHaggard #PanchoAndLefty

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@jerimiahhamby4790
@jerimiahhamby4790 Ай бұрын
I love the gave the writer of this song a cameo in this video. RIP Townes Van Sandt. Writing legend
@BMauneyGearmaker
@BMauneyGearmaker Ай бұрын
I noticed that as well. All these years and today I noticed this.
@jerimiahhamby4790
@jerimiahhamby4790 Ай бұрын
@@BMauneyGearmaker in all honesty, I didn’t know until it was pointed out to me on another KZfaq page that plays the video. Might have been this one if you scroll far enough.
@davidcook7528
@davidcook7528 Ай бұрын
Listen to Snowing on Raton...another great by TVS.
@Calebevansmusic
@Calebevansmusic Ай бұрын
I just noticed that.
@alexanderdeppa8044
@alexanderdeppa8044 28 күн бұрын
Can honestly credit Townes for getting me through my worst bouts of depression in my younger years. If I have a son I want to name them after him.
@jimmycollette9209
@jimmycollette9209 2 жыл бұрын
Willie, Merle, and Towns all in one video. Three of the worlds greatest singer songwriters ever in the same video. Don't get any better. Miss you Towns and Merle. Hang in there Willie.
@charlesbrowngodhelpmeimiss4907
@charlesbrowngodhelpmeimiss4907 Жыл бұрын
Page from my life
@regdavies5737
@regdavies5737 Жыл бұрын
This song was also recorded by Emmy Lou Harris, and it was her version that Willie Nelson first heard.
@clemep
@clemep Жыл бұрын
I think very few people know that Townes Van Zandt wrote this...
@reggiehall7612
@reggiehall7612 Жыл бұрын
Seems to me that Townes lived a hard life. I'm grateful he gave us this before he departed.
@caronmacisaac208
@caronmacisaac208 Жыл бұрын
Oh my god.. I am going to cry face off when will goes..all these country superstars. Nobody will ever be able to come even close. Their stellar and have left an infinity of perfect. Check me out@ caron macisaac(youtubevideo)
@edwardsjohnpaul
@edwardsjohnpaul 5 ай бұрын
Willie Nelson was 48 yrs old, and Merle Haggard was 44, in 1981. Wow. It's like Willie got old fast, and has stayed old forever.
@gtfochimba
@gtfochimba 5 ай бұрын
Right?! He looked AT LEAST 70 here lol
@Truerealism747
@Truerealism747 5 ай бұрын
​@@gtfochimbastrange and amazing how he hasn't that must since then in reality
@christienelson1437
@christienelson1437 5 ай бұрын
But still young at heart.💕💕🙏
@heathermilligan393
@heathermilligan393 4 ай бұрын
My momma was born in 43, she had a vinyl record cover with Willie in a suit and clean cut, I was born in 1980, she loved her some Willie clean and long haired ❤
@lucas_almeida10
@lucas_almeida10 3 ай бұрын
People looked older by that time
@Martin.Wilson
@Martin.Wilson Жыл бұрын
Townes said that he really couldn't take credit for writing this song because it came to him like a thunderbolt. He said he felt like this song was just passing through him and all he did was write it down. Typical of the humble man he was.
@Rosemary-rh7nt
@Rosemary-rh7nt 3 ай бұрын
That was the perfect explanation of this song......❤thank you......❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊
@noeldeal8087
@noeldeal8087 2 ай бұрын
I seem to write poetry when I lose someone I love or when I'm really really hurt. Kinda just flows out...
@javanautski
@javanautski Ай бұрын
Perfect gifts come from above - just have to be humble enough to receive this
@paemtff9412
@paemtff9412 25 күн бұрын
💯%
@davidsimmons5936
@davidsimmons5936 23 күн бұрын
I tell you only believing God healed you your family I'm David Austin Simmons gold Beach Oregon neskia by Ophir hardtack ridge Pima messiah hi grandson I declare God healed you your family I suppose
@cinnamongirl7877
@cinnamongirl7877 4 жыл бұрын
This kind of music has saved me during this pandemic. Whoever reads this.....I hope you are safe and well. This too shall pass.
@wbrobinson1
@wbrobinson1 4 жыл бұрын
I'm here brother. Semper Fi!
@citytaxi1082
@citytaxi1082 4 жыл бұрын
👍👍👍👍
@calvinsharp3346
@calvinsharp3346 4 жыл бұрын
@@wbrobinson1 wp
@stanleyweingart6361
@stanleyweingart6361 4 жыл бұрын
And I advere to this day; The best song ever written. Thank you, Towns van Zant for sharing your genius.
@stanleyweingart6361
@stanleyweingart6361 4 жыл бұрын
@@wbrobinson1 I got your back, devil!
@davidgorka4315
@davidgorka4315 5 жыл бұрын
Anyone else get chills down their spine when Mearle starts singing halfway through?
@bullferguson5668
@bullferguson5668 4 жыл бұрын
I am poncho
@crunchie83
@crunchie83 4 жыл бұрын
The story goes Merle had fallen asleep during the recording session for this song when Willie woke him up around 4:00 AM to give him his part. Merle thought they should wait until the next session to give him time to learn it, fully expecting to have to redo it later if they tried it now so late into the session. He thought the lyrics Willie brought him were "a half a mile long" and no way he could get it right that quickly. But Willie pressed on and got Merle to record it right then. That's the only take they did and that's Merle's part you hear in this song.
@yourfriendalejo
@yourfriendalejo 4 жыл бұрын
Yep! Loved his voice after hearing his first line. I think that’s what a good country voice sounds like.
@caramelmonster4082
@caramelmonster4082 4 жыл бұрын
💜
@yosofunnybunny4623
@yosofunnybunny4623 4 жыл бұрын
Yes I'm just now becoming a merle fan
@gwenyffyr
@gwenyffyr 10 ай бұрын
Recently I sang this a Capella for the folks in the assisted living facility where I live myself. No one had ever heard of it before. I won our talent show as a result. Until this time no-one there knew I could sing! I made a few new Willy and Merle fans out of them😊
@timmarkham1728
@timmarkham1728 9 ай бұрын
Awesome
@dvrn86
@dvrn86 9 ай бұрын
You mean Townes Van Zant fans!
@johnnystafford1826
@johnnystafford1826 9 ай бұрын
@@dvrn86 he has a cameo in here. Cool
@dona6606
@dona6606 8 ай бұрын
Most impressive! You Rock!!!!!!!!!! Greetings from Thailand
@brandonkitchen9229
@brandonkitchen9229 8 ай бұрын
🇮🇱😀🇮🇱
@bobs58cruiser
@bobs58cruiser 22 күн бұрын
Two of the greatest EVER
@DudleySchmedlap
@DudleySchmedlap Күн бұрын
Actually three Bob . . . . It could not have happened without the writer of this song, Townes Van Zandt. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Townes_Van_Zandt
@kimwilson4140
@kimwilson4140 3 жыл бұрын
For those who may not know, Townes Van Zandt wrote this song, and you see him throughout this video. ( in the last scene, he’s the man wearing a yellow shirt and playing a guitar). Why this is on a page for Merle is puzzling, since he sang only one verse out of the entire song. Van Zandt was considered to be the best song writer in Texas at the time. The song is about Poncho Villa, and it is said he had a friend whose name translated into Lefty. Van Zandt considered this song to be his most enduring and well known song. It’s been recorded by several artists, but the Willie Nelson/Merle Haggard version is the most well known and hit the top of the charts. It’s a great song I hope those new to country music will take note of. It’s classic in many ways.
@laykaljos
@laykaljos 3 жыл бұрын
It’s likely on Merles page because he is/was a country music legend and he did in fact sing on this song. Townes Van Zandt got all the credit due him with the writing credits and very hefty royalty checks. Taking nothing away from any of the three music legends, but all 3 deserve credit and accolades.
@harrya9479
@harrya9479 3 жыл бұрын
Actually Townes said, "I didn't write this song." He said it came through him, and he tried for years to find out what it was about.
@jimsimonitch7614
@jimsimonitch7614 3 жыл бұрын
Only ‘Q’ can answer
@jimmysteinbeck3391
@jimmysteinbeck3391 3 жыл бұрын
yeah I love how it just goes without being acknowledged
@_TheMikeSmith
@_TheMikeSmith 3 жыл бұрын
Not the only Great Van Zandt song to be performed by someone else and they linked to that artist instead of him, I call it Nashville disease because tons of great songwriters come up with classics that are wrote for big name artists, of course in Country Music, its just known as Tuesday.
@darkeagle5836
@darkeagle5836 3 жыл бұрын
The legends are dying off and their sure as hell not being replaced.
@jeslerish
@jeslerish 3 жыл бұрын
Check out hellbound glory..
@BIGBLOCK5022006
@BIGBLOCK5022006 3 жыл бұрын
Unfortunately Charley Pride has gone to the other side today.
@rogermullen6825
@rogermullen6825 3 жыл бұрын
so true
@jonahmenikoff1997
@jonahmenikoff1997 3 жыл бұрын
sturgill simpson, tyler childers, colter wall, jason isbell are doing their best!
@darkeagle5836
@darkeagle5836 3 жыл бұрын
@@jonahmenikoff1997 In my opinion, they do not replace Merle Haggard, Johnny Cash, George Jones, Waylon Jennings etc...
@randybrewer2019
@randybrewer2019 Жыл бұрын
What the hell? Why is this song so soul ripping? There are only a few songs that last through multiple generations, yet still educe nape hair goosebumps. May God bless Townes, Nelson and Haggard. American icons.
@theleap2946
@theleap2946 Ай бұрын
I was grateful to see Haggard play in my home town for the first, and sadly the last time. It was weird. “I’ll see you next year!” he said, but he died the next year instead. It was a great night. Modern country fans who were probably wondering what the fuss about were cohabitating a space with old country lovers who probably watched all these old crooners in their primes. Ten gallon hats eveywhere, with farmers and country people in their best clothes and then dufusses like me that love metal and hardcore, but grew up with this music, all watching in a 100-year old theater. Heck of a night. This should be a country song itself.
@crz-impact3677
@crz-impact3677 Жыл бұрын
That tasty little lick after Merle’s delivery of “now he’s growing old” gives me goosebumps 100% of the time
@garryspowerpointpresentati6125
@garryspowerpointpresentati6125 11 ай бұрын
took me weeks to learn it
@mickeyphillips6603
@mickeyphillips6603 10 ай бұрын
“Say a few for Lefty too. He only did what he had to do.” Those lines always give me goosebumps.
@janetrevino8709
@janetrevino8709 10 ай бұрын
Brings me to tears..
@gracewomack4228
@gracewomack4228 9 ай бұрын
...we are all getting old...those of us who are lucky enough...
@mattmatt6572
@mattmatt6572 8 ай бұрын
Get old or die trying... my grandfather always told me getting old ain't for sissies.
@Mongo1940
@Mongo1940 5 жыл бұрын
Rest In Peace Townes Van Zant who wrote this classic. He's in this video in several scenes. Great song writer.
@ericloveday3647
@ericloveday3647 5 жыл бұрын
You got that right. He was Texas Bob Dylan
@ericloveday3647
@ericloveday3647 5 жыл бұрын
Obviously Willie and Merle had great respect for him
@randyelliott9152
@randyelliott9152 4 жыл бұрын
They should have put Townes name with the other credits at the top of the page.R.I.P.Townes and Merle.We still got Willie
@diannmabus5114
@diannmabus5114 4 жыл бұрын
But even better than Dylan.
@eclecticmusica
@eclecticmusica 4 жыл бұрын
@@ericloveday3647 He was America's Bob Dylan. Dylan will tell you that.
@jamesknutson8684
@jamesknutson8684 9 ай бұрын
One of my dad's favorite songs. I lost him two weeks ago. Listening to Willie's music, it's almost like he's here with me.
@christiewood1458
@christiewood1458 9 ай бұрын
So sorry for your loss; may his memory be a blessing. 💙💚🙏🏼💚💙
@tyler1671
@tyler1671 9 ай бұрын
Chin up... this pain never goes away
@Pietro7383
@Pietro7383 7 ай бұрын
You are fortune to have a dad who introduced you to music with deep messages!
@gabefields8012
@gabefields8012 6 ай бұрын
My dad loved this song also. He passed away in 2011. I first heard this one when I was 15 with my dad, which was odd considering I was a metalhead. I moved 150 miles away from him when I turned 18 so I didn't see him nearly as often but in a sense he lives on in these songs. Sorry for your loss
@stepinthyme1624
@stepinthyme1624 5 ай бұрын
I’m so sorry for your loss. I lost my Dad in 2020 and my Ex in 2022-the pain hurts, but the music helps.
@bradleymartin4896
@bradleymartin4896 2 ай бұрын
The cameos of Townes Van Zandt - as a bemused Federale, as a guy with a guitar in the restaurant - were a great addition. The man was a real poet, and this song is real poetry. Willie is Willie and could always spot something for the ages. Merle was for the ages, and it's interesting to watch him looking at the gravesite with something like regret, then coughing in Cleveland. Now, why anyone would flee to Cleveland is a different matter. Merle often ended up in places where he'd look around and wonder "what in the hell am I doing here?"
@jamesmarol2031
@jamesmarol2031 Ай бұрын
Yeah he sure did, like San Quentin!
@frndofbear
@frndofbear 2 жыл бұрын
We renovated a house back in 1999. Two Hispanics helped us out. Their names were Pancho and Juan; Juan was left handed and our 72 year old Master Carpenter delighted in calling them Pancho & Lefty.
@sarashuff4840
@sarashuff4840 2 жыл бұрын
Well I want to believe they just disappeared . Like all the other so said bad guys. If so….
@Bigdoglittle
@Bigdoglittle 2 жыл бұрын
Racist.
@kellyben7991
@kellyben7991 2 жыл бұрын
Don't be a Hater.. the world has to much of that
@frndofbear
@frndofbear 2 жыл бұрын
It was not racist at all. They thought it was great.
@sergiomoya9769
@sergiomoya9769 2 жыл бұрын
Not racist at all !!! It’s just like a beautiful coincidence!!! It’s happened to me !!!!
@SuperPresidentBeefbroth
@SuperPresidentBeefbroth 4 жыл бұрын
Im 19 and just started listening to Willie Nelson, Merle, the highway men etc. And it's the best music ive ever heard
@mattblake9936
@mattblake9936 4 жыл бұрын
me too man
@susandufour8749
@susandufour8749 4 жыл бұрын
Oh, i may need to adopt you as a musical grandson!
@SuperPresidentBeefbroth
@SuperPresidentBeefbroth 4 жыл бұрын
@@susandufour8749 bettt
@heyjack3184
@heyjack3184 4 жыл бұрын
Keep listening to old country my friend, it gets better. It will help you in life. May God bless you in your adventures in life.
@UTCUTR
@UTCUTR 4 жыл бұрын
Good for you my young friend. I am 35. I been listening to him since I was a pup. I now hold willie has my higher power. All men should believe in willie.
@KyleStansfeld-zi6gc
@KyleStansfeld-zi6gc 17 күн бұрын
This is an amazing song written by Townes Van Zandtz. Perfected by Willie and Merle. Love the part where Merle comes in. He was such an exceptional singer and musician. Such a rich voice.
@Butchsiek
@Butchsiek Жыл бұрын
Hard to imagine, Willie has been in Music for 83 years.. 67 Professionally . First song he wrote at the age of 7.
@Floofyfrenz4157
@Floofyfrenz4157 9 күн бұрын
Merle
@acemulligan7010
@acemulligan7010 2 жыл бұрын
Heavy metal maniac here. THIS SONG IS A MASTERPIECE! Every once in a while, I come here, set it to loop, and let it play. Today is one of those days.
@KartKrasher
@KartKrasher 2 жыл бұрын
Listen to the original by townes van zandt
@shanesantana54
@shanesantana54 2 жыл бұрын
I'm with you brother! I'm still old school metal with Pantera, Metallica, Slayer and Motorhead.
@ChollaRanch
@ChollaRanch 2 жыл бұрын
As an old-time Texas cattle rancher, I never was a metalhead . . . till I heard the folk rock/Hunnu rock/heavy metal Mongolian band: The HU. They've toured Texas twice now (2019 and 2021), and their heartfelt ballads, Metallica-approved covers, and straight-up rock hold my full attention. As for the Hag, his last performance was given just a few miles down the road from me, at the Nutty Brown Cafe in 2015. Forever memorable. RIP, Merle Haggard.
@Eclectic999
@Eclectic999 2 жыл бұрын
🤘
@mazrio128
@mazrio128 2 жыл бұрын
Metal head here : Listen to the (specific) Townes Van Zandt - Rear View Mirror (live album) track #1 to hear the Greatest version (just 2 guitars and a fiddle). Love this one though.
@Johnnysthunder
@Johnnysthunder 3 жыл бұрын
Never forget Townes Van Zandt, the genius that wrote this epic, epic song...
@jimoliver535
@jimoliver535 3 жыл бұрын
...and he's in this vid. :-D
@alicelovell3905
@alicelovell3905 3 жыл бұрын
What a Genius Song writer!
@JJX921
@JJX921 3 жыл бұрын
Yes Sir. He wrote the best ballad in Country Music History.
@brucebehner4142
@brucebehner4142 3 жыл бұрын
@@Jeffbambam no
@kobebarka8633
@kobebarka8633 3 жыл бұрын
When you see Willie and Merle sitting at the table with the Townes the next table over, it zooms in close on willie and his head his looking in Townes direction singing to him.
@DudleySchmedlap
@DudleySchmedlap Күн бұрын
I never grow weary of listening to this song.
@Peanutgames2013
@Peanutgames2013 6 күн бұрын
Songs that tell an entire story, with the music video to provide the visual. Those days are long gone.
@mikeivey6504
@mikeivey6504 2 жыл бұрын
Townes Van Zandt wrote this incredible song and we should all be thankful that these two legends covered it so masterfully. Nice to see Townes get to be in the video.
@gar949
@gar949 2 жыл бұрын
yes it is
@Tsuma_Vento
@Tsuma_Vento 2 жыл бұрын
Townes has gotten more appreciation over the years, but I think he's still massively underrated when you put him up against the famous country artists.
@Kontomanikos1964
@Kontomanikos1964 Жыл бұрын
He is appearing in the video many times
@jasonmcgarity971
@jasonmcgarity971 Жыл бұрын
Townes at 1.01 in
@DrawFlush
@DrawFlush Жыл бұрын
Exactly! Credit needs to go to Van Zandt. Although this is a nice version, nothing compares kzfaq.info/get/bejne/sNaihb1j3Ky1dGg.html
@davidfailing6631
@davidfailing6631 4 жыл бұрын
listening to willie and merle in 2020 and its better than anything made today
@gilbertb8078
@gilbertb8078 4 жыл бұрын
Best music to play.
@tombryan1
@tombryan1 4 жыл бұрын
Google Circles
@michaelfound9010
@michaelfound9010 4 жыл бұрын
So soul seeking country, makes my heart weep for this generation!! They never will experience music that moves you in such a way
@AustinV1st
@AustinV1st 4 жыл бұрын
... and it ain’t even close.
@janetfox1968
@janetfox1968 4 жыл бұрын
@@michaelfound9010 You got it right brother
@kp7502
@kp7502 3 ай бұрын
The song tells the story of two outlaw characters, Pancho and Lefty. Pancho is portrayed as a Mexican bandit, while Lefty is his American accomplice. The lyrics depict the betrayal of Pancho by Lefty, who turns him in for a reward. The song explores themes of friendship, betrayal, loyalty, and the harsh realities of life on the run.
@paulruiz4518
@paulruiz4518 2 ай бұрын
People used to say the song was about Pancho Villa life story?.... There "Might" be some Similarities; Pancho Villa did have Americans fighting in his Army. He was betrayed by those who were close to him or (set-up in the ambush in Parral, Chihuahua México) My 2- grandfather's on both sides, lived in that part of Mexico, Durango where Pancho Villa was from and lived in his, hacienda during that time period. My Dad was 2- yrs. old when Pancho Villa was killed, and during the Mexican Revolution there was certainly lots of; killing, betrayals, friendship and loyalty around? It must have been Crazy Not Knowing Who to Trust or Not!!!
@gwyngriffiths3669
@gwyngriffiths3669 2 ай бұрын
@@paulruiz4518 The writer of the song Townes Van Zandt specifically said the song was NOT about Pancho Villa
@paulruiz4518
@paulruiz4518 2 ай бұрын
@gwyngriffiths3669 that's correct? But I said "Similarities" Not the same?
@azul_6.5-cf7dm
@azul_6.5-cf7dm Ай бұрын
@@paulruiz4518the Mexican revolution was the real “Wild West” the u.s just copied the culture and made it into cowboy western movies. Anglos from Texas aren’t aware that they copied the cowboy culture from Mexican vaqueros/mexican cowboys. Anglos migrated to Texas,Mexico as pilgrims.
@paulruiz4518
@paulruiz4518 Ай бұрын
​@azul_6.5-cf7dm That's Absolutely True!!.....
@mariegaunt1278
@mariegaunt1278 3 ай бұрын
My boyfriend at the time 7 years ago loved this song we still kept i touch and i lioked after him when he was dying he passes away last year love this dong so much xx
@JimmyRaeGarland
@JimmyRaeGarland Ай бұрын
I'm soo sorry for your loss, but as my grandmother always said.. "Absent from the body is present with the lord." I've always loved and believed that notion . And I still do 💐🌹🪻🪷
@Eclectic999
@Eclectic999 17 күн бұрын
I’m sorry for your loss.
@lgr8280
@lgr8280 4 жыл бұрын
Honestly, how many times can one listen to this masterpiece and not get tired of it? Still counting.........
@defaultlife3538
@defaultlife3538 4 жыл бұрын
Same
@careful__Icarus
@careful__Icarus 4 жыл бұрын
Set on endless repeat friend and fade into it.
@carolmcouture3422
@carolmcouture3422 4 жыл бұрын
Disobedient Nomed it is a very nice song
@stacyanderson5121
@stacyanderson5121 4 жыл бұрын
For ever
@stacyanderson5121
@stacyanderson5121 4 жыл бұрын
@Disobedient Nomed q
@kenmckinnell8153
@kenmckinnell8153 2 ай бұрын
I get chills when Merle comes in toward the end.
@powi3378
@powi3378 2 ай бұрын
Know what you mean...🎼🤥
@ricktuit468
@ricktuit468 2 ай бұрын
A song that never gets old
@robinschmidt6237
@robinschmidt6237 2 ай бұрын
Me too! Every time since I was a little girl 35 yrs ago.
@wayne-lj4in
@wayne-lj4in 2 ай бұрын
Yes! Merle.. He can just nail stuff like no-one else. 03:50 ! :>)
@Martin.Wilson
@Martin.Wilson 19 күн бұрын
Even though I know it's coming, it gives me goosebumps every single time I hear Merle bring it home. I don't know exactly what it is, but it deeply affects a lot of people the same way.
@rickhensley5963
@rickhensley5963 4 ай бұрын
Now this song is real C&W music. Not the half-baked twangy bill shit of today.
@charliewhite9777
@charliewhite9777 28 күн бұрын
Check out Daryll Mc Call " the weeds outlived the roses " ( 1976)
@JamesBond-ym2gv
@JamesBond-ym2gv 26 күн бұрын
Your absolutely right 💯💪🤠
@iwantmynametobeaslongaspos7194
@iwantmynametobeaslongaspos7194 25 күн бұрын
Finally someone who agrees with me. Modern country is trash but old country is amazing. A lot of people say they hate all country but old country is art. This is coming from a big rap fan, I genuinely love country
@JimmyGelhaar
@JimmyGelhaar 19 күн бұрын
Preach it!!
@DudleySchmedlap
@DudleySchmedlap Күн бұрын
Yeah, but Townes Van Zandt wasn't your typical Country and Western, Grand Ole Opry kind of boy. He marched to his own drummer and never sang "twangy bill shit" . . . either today or of the Hank Williams day either. RIP Townes: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Townes_Van_Zandt
@humbertohernandez3067
@humbertohernandez3067 3 ай бұрын
All these classics are fading away , just like I am . I guess that's the way it is . I'm glad to take them with me.
@lethalchase1065
@lethalchase1065 3 ай бұрын
19 from Oklahoma will play this song all my life
@annoyedbrox4851
@annoyedbrox4851 3 ай бұрын
​@@lethalchase1065 16, from India of all places, I love this song, country music and the open air, these classics are timeless and won't go nowhere.
@travismiles5885
@travismiles5885 3 ай бұрын
Nah bro, if it's good the younger generations pick up on it. I dont know how old you are but I'm almost 50 and a die hard metal head 🤘🏻 I grew up with my older family members playing this kind of stuff and I was just to angsty and full of youthful defiance to listen to "old people music." Now that I've lived long enough to experience life I get this music. It takes a long time for an acorn to grow into a mighty oak. I still love my head banger stuff but Waylon Willie, Johnny and the rest are right there next to them in my playlists, keeping company with all the great classic rockers from the 60s and 70s. Cream rises to the top. Dont fret you're leaving it in good hands. Thank you for keeping it alive, we found it because of cats like you. Take that with you and leave the music so we can pay it forward.
@jbmusic4095
@jbmusic4095 3 ай бұрын
@@lethalchase1065 lets fucking go brother, forever. keep it real and honour our ancestors
@peytonledbetter6007
@peytonledbetter6007 3 ай бұрын
Making it my mission to instill these masterpieces in my kids when I have some. A piece of you will live on with that.
@jrad1593
@jrad1593 3 жыл бұрын
My 2 yr old wants me to play this song for him before bed almost every night...he sings along. Music lovers young and old will continue appreciate these guys.
@klaire1058
@klaire1058 2 жыл бұрын
He’ll remember it for life
@dianachester8106
@dianachester8106 2 жыл бұрын
My 21 yr old GRANDSON Used to call it "NANA'S SONG!!".We played it over and over from Dallas to Oklahoma!! He would say, "PLAY NANA'S SONG!"HE STILL REMEMBERS IT AND ALWAYS WILL!! "SOOO ADORABLE!"
@ldaick2358
@ldaick2358 2 жыл бұрын
An old soul✌️🥺
@douglasanderson542
@douglasanderson542 2 жыл бұрын
Keep your eye on that boy he’s going places fast🤠
@gabrielahales8125
@gabrielahales8125 2 жыл бұрын
thats the people we need these days, and forget about life for awhile
@redstateforever
@redstateforever 3 жыл бұрын
Love Willie, but when The Hag starts in...damn. That voice is smooth as silk, there’ll never be another. The working man’s poet.
@thepianist7084
@thepianist7084 2 жыл бұрын
I've thought that for years. That entry of Merle is just....
@randomritchie
@randomritchie Ай бұрын
Debatably one of the most iconic songs of true country music.
@jefffarrell7066
@jefffarrell7066 8 күн бұрын
No. It's not debatable.
@martel732
@martel732 Ай бұрын
The dust that Pancho bit down South ended up in Lefty's mouth. Pancho became Lefty. The bandit reinvented himself.
@Magoshowmedival
@Magoshowmedival 8 жыл бұрын
I'll Forever love this song. R.I.P. Merle...
@michaelbarnes9768
@michaelbarnes9768 5 жыл бұрын
So will I my grandfather's favorite song he's been gone for 12 years now and I still listen to it
@jamespierce3652
@jamespierce3652 5 жыл бұрын
Antonio Ferreira Neto Ok thanks
@davebunch5493
@davebunch5493 4 жыл бұрын
Antonio Ferreira Neto RIP Merle!!!!
@jpb1231000
@jpb1231000 4 жыл бұрын
And Townes..
@paulmartinez2475
@paulmartinez2475 4 жыл бұрын
I will too.
@minniesmomma6374
@minniesmomma6374 Жыл бұрын
A classic! I am 64. When this came out I was way younger and not thinking of getting old. Life goes by so quickly and songs like this make me wish I was young again and could relive it all again. Don’t know why.
@greglewis1146
@greglewis1146 11 ай бұрын
10,4
@michaelhill56
@michaelhill56 10 ай бұрын
I turn 70 tomorrow and this song makes me realize I have wasted my life away, wish I could change my past, and sad that it's gonna be over soon. Peace and love is what it's all about y'all...
@timmarkham1728
@timmarkham1728 9 ай бұрын
I agree
@runyourrace2finish910
@runyourrace2finish910 8 ай бұрын
I’m right there with you brother. We are here then we are gone.
@k4door789
@k4door789 3 ай бұрын
Me too makes me cry ..
@Romans12_18
@Romans12_18 4 күн бұрын
I'm fortunate to have an old 1967 program signed by Lefty Frizzell, Willie Nelson, Charlie Pride,Marty Robbins and a half dozen more from the Louisiana Hayride Days.
@user-jk5fg6pi6e
@user-jk5fg6pi6e 5 ай бұрын
I play this song all the time my mom was my best friend and loving mom. She just passed away at 91 . I miss her so much Thanks for this song.❤
@SNBoomer4ever
@SNBoomer4ever 5 ай бұрын
❤ 91 is a long-lived life. I hope you find comfort in that and take care of yourself. Your mom is resting well.
@danlogan5657
@danlogan5657 4 ай бұрын
sorry for your loss
@user-jk5fg6pi6e
@user-jk5fg6pi6e 4 ай бұрын
@@danlogan5657 Thank youGod bless you.
@dmreynolds3971
@dmreynolds3971 2 жыл бұрын
I love Willie’s voice ….but when Merle’s voice comes in, my heart rises. I had the pleasure to see Merle in concert in Marietta, Georgia before he died. Checked a bucket-list box.
@jeremybilbee9451
@jeremybilbee9451 2 жыл бұрын
I got to see him in Branson, Missouri. I'll never forgive myself for going to buy souvenirs at break and being outside of the room when he sang Silver Wings...my favorite song of his hands down. He was gone before I had a chance for redemption.
@chiefwork1790
@chiefwork1790 2 жыл бұрын
Yep willie’s voice is pretty underrated
@chiefwork1790
@chiefwork1790 2 жыл бұрын
Are you a big fan of his?
@yuvettealbright9441
@yuvettealbright9441 2 жыл бұрын
This is the best ever
@docasbroadway9049
@docasbroadway9049 2 жыл бұрын
I also love the way he sings and it gives me memories to the good old days anway how are you doing?
@TheSubygirl
@TheSubygirl 2 жыл бұрын
My dad in a nutshell. I miss you dad. I hope you're surrounded by your dogs and heaven has good fishing.
@jackmorgan5687
@jackmorgan5687 2 жыл бұрын
Hello,how are you doing?
@AP-nx6xo
@AP-nx6xo 2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻
@plarddaniel5137
@plarddaniel5137 7 ай бұрын
Les animaux sont interdits au ciel.
@ricklong3260
@ricklong3260 3 ай бұрын
I'm on my way I'll meet you at the old fishing hole. Rick
@deleriom
@deleriom 19 күн бұрын
Me too brother, I'm hoping for peace for you and your dad.
@charlie81980
@charlie81980 Жыл бұрын
Reminds me of my grandpa. We would listen to this on cassette tape of Willie Nelson called ‘half Nelson’. A tape of songs that Willie did with other singers. I am almost 43. Grandpa passed away when I was 16 and I still miss him everyday. It is amazing how one person can have such an impact in this world. When grandpa passed I lost my fishing partner. I don’t go camping anymore. Haven’t been to Montana or go on summer trips much like we use to. However, it is also because of grandpa that I never tried alcohol or drugs. He had his sobriety at the three year mark when I was born and maintained that until he passed away. He was straight up with me and lead me down the correct path. Miss you grandpa.
@kristalxleigh07
@kristalxleigh07 Жыл бұрын
I still have my grandmother's Willie Nelson cassette tape. Takes me back in time to the backseat of her car listening to good ole Willie.
@gabefields8012
@gabefields8012 6 ай бұрын
Sorry for your loss.. thank God for solid parents/grandparents. There is not enough of them anymore
@playinem121
@playinem121 5 ай бұрын
Charlie81980-Your grandfather sounds like a very GOOD man and I am betting that you are a good solid man yourself. Like you, I have been blessed to have some incredible influences in and upon my life. Most of them are gone now but I like to think that somewhere in some way they are still watching me. It helps me sometimes to do the next right thing and every now and then to make better decisions than I might without the love and respect I have for those who showed me the way. I hope there are people in your life who are just coming up and can benefit from your examples and experiences just as you did with your grandfather. Thank you for sharing your story brother.
@playinem121
@playinem121 5 ай бұрын
Charlie81980-Your grandfather sounds like a very GOOD man and I am betting that you are a good solid man yourself. Like you, I have been blessed to have some incredible influences in and upon my life. Most of them are gone now but I like to think that somewhere in some way they are still watching me. It helps me sometimes to do the next right thing and every now and then to make better decisions than I might without the love and respect I have for those who showed me the way. I hope there are people in your life who are just coming up and can benefit from your examples and experiences.
@johnslaughter3806
@johnslaughter3806 5 ай бұрын
God bless Grandpa
@m.g.n4898
@m.g.n4898 Жыл бұрын
Ah, Townes Van Zandt - what an amazing writer! Always goosebumps.
@johneaston2891
@johneaston2891 3 ай бұрын
Does everybody realize that's Townes Van Zandt in the video, he plays one of the Federalists early on and then that's him sitting at the table plucking the guitar at the end of the video, that's awesome!
@AntoineMaloney
@AntoineMaloney Жыл бұрын
Someone's already pointed out that much tribute must go to Townes Van Zandt who wrote this great song - and I've never heard a bad version of it; this is a great one with these two, and great also to see Van Zandt appearing among the Federalés, and playing guitar in the café at the end.
@terryallard1918
@terryallard1918 Жыл бұрын
Townes was another great gone much too soon.
@Flashback50s
@Flashback50s 4 жыл бұрын
It is great to see Townes Van Zandt in several of the scenes as a different person each time.
@luketdrifter2100
@luketdrifter2100 4 жыл бұрын
First time I noticed him in the video. Agreed, very great to see
@papajohnloki
@papajohnloki 4 жыл бұрын
@@luketdrifter2100 yeah
@bigsky1970
@bigsky1970 4 жыл бұрын
Yep, he wrote this song.
@lisanowlin6123
@lisanowlin6123 Жыл бұрын
Lord I love this song so much. Listening to the guitar twang and Willie's voice, Merle's too, brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it.
@bryonmollica
@bryonmollica Жыл бұрын
I'm crying now
@robertpuckett4346
@robertpuckett4346 Жыл бұрын
Same here. My dad used to play it for me and say "this song reminds me of us" One day I'll figure out what he meant. Rest easy pops till we meet again. Jim "IceMan" Puckett 1954-2020
@nickdarling9666
@nickdarling9666 Жыл бұрын
@@robertpuckett4346who are you?
@robertpuckett4346
@robertpuckett4346 Жыл бұрын
@@nickdarling9666 son of a motorcycle enthusiast and Harley rider, "The Iceman"
@superpoacher6711
@superpoacher6711 Жыл бұрын
I don't even know why I'm crying😂😂😂
@donnharris3223
@donnharris3223 11 ай бұрын
One of the great, beautiful desperado ballads of all time. From the tears he sheds for his mother in the opening stanza to the tragic ending, 'now he's growing old'-- it's a moving portrait, a metaphor for all of our lives, sung by two who have lived it.
@alanmcneill2407
@alanmcneill2407 2 ай бұрын
Very, very well said. I hope you write other things.
@brt-jn7kg
@brt-jn7kg 4 жыл бұрын
Only two highwaymen left. I cannot begin to the you how much Willie will be missed here in Central Texas. He does a whole lot for a lot of people behind the scenes that nobody ever hears about. The man is a National Treasure
@bryanlilly8876
@bryanlilly8876 Жыл бұрын
This video just takes you somewhere. Willie, And Merle. I love Willie, But when Merle kicks in, It gives me goose bumps. 🙂
@drakehonest2
@drakehonest2 Жыл бұрын
Hello how are you doing today?
@maxxxy79
@maxxxy79 5 ай бұрын
These two are at a minimum show what real country music is… the musics now a days isn’t rea country
@randyjohnson2936
@randyjohnson2936 Жыл бұрын
One of the best ever written" thank you you boys ❤
@steveschecter3710
@steveschecter3710 11 ай бұрын
I told my daughter that this is the last song I wish to hear at my funeral. If she messes it up, I'll haunt her for life.
@escaped1534
@escaped1534 Ай бұрын
... escaped a few Federales (like me, see name!), huh?!
@zeekettete
@zeekettete Ай бұрын
She'll never be able to listen to it without crying after that.. lost my sister in 2015, she died in Ohio due to a car wreck but we are born and raised in West Virginia and the last song that they played at her funeral was John Denver ~ Country Roads Take Me Home. It's burned into my memory thinking about that song and looking at the back of the hearse on the way to her grave site 😢 still can't listen to it without crying.
@poundsofpressurebmx5019
@poundsofpressurebmx5019 Ай бұрын
Out of kindness suppose .❤
@shanewoods1980
@shanewoods1980 4 жыл бұрын
Who else rode with their dad, windows down dirt roads no destination, just Waylon, Willie, Hank jr, Johnny cash on the radio? Times I’d give my soul to go back to because I didn’t appreciate them as much as I do now
@themersh4064
@themersh4064 4 жыл бұрын
Shane, with me it was my 2 uncles in an old pick-up truck with the windows down and I could barely see over the dash up on my knees back in the 60's and early 70's. 3 on the tree and the world was my oyster...RIP Randy and Donny. You are missed. Thanks for the memories. Cheers!
@danhansen4855
@danhansen4855 3 жыл бұрын
Yep, me and my dad and his best friend out on gravel roads in the country in a 327 powered square body Chev. Throw in lots of George Jones too. Having to listen to the trash on today's country stations makes me really appreciate these classics.
@wallacesykes8130
@wallacesykes8130 3 жыл бұрын
I sure did I miss my dad& the good olday's
@duke6961
@duke6961 3 жыл бұрын
Miss those times as well. Dad loved the music and I grew up on it. Lost my Dad September 3rd 2020 and my oldest dog on September 2nd 2020. Been working the riots since May 2020 in Portland. It's been a shit year. Savor every moment. Appreciate the small things because they pass so quickly. God, watch over us.
@waynetincup5877
@waynetincup5877 3 жыл бұрын
And marty mostly. My dad's favorite. Mine too
@jonmyers8046
@jonmyers8046 Жыл бұрын
I remember when this song came out. It was constantly being played over and over. The song and video are masterpieces, and these two are legendary 👍
@davidtucker2380
@davidtucker2380 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for growing up in a time when men were men.
@garymacpherson7355
@garymacpherson7355 Жыл бұрын
Towns Van Zandt wrote this Willy and Merl do a great job.
@Eldooodarino
@Eldooodarino Жыл бұрын
I didn't learn about it until Willie and Merle did it 11 years after it came out. I don't have much excuse either. As I was in and out of Austin from 74 until 90. I'd heard of Townes but there were so many great musicians in Austin in those days it was hard to keep up. Maybe he was in Nashville my early Austin years. I distinctly remember riding in the back of a pickup and some guy telling me about Townes but I don't think I ever saw him live. Towne's life was truly tragic. I can't help but wonder how much his brilliance was due to his mental illness and how much was in spite of it.
@imperiallegacy
@imperiallegacy Жыл бұрын
@@garymacpherson7355 townes
@regdavies5737
@regdavies5737 Жыл бұрын
This song was also recorded by Emmy Lou Harris. It was her version that Willie Nelson first heard and inspired him to record it.
@margaretstoner637
@margaretstoner637 8 күн бұрын
A plea for forgiveness,you made my day Mr.Willy Nelson. Hopefully this site is official. I believed when his hand was cut off he was a thief. Pretty much forgiveness is everything.
@themotofixery
@themotofixery Жыл бұрын
This song reminds me of my dear father. I can remember him rocking me to sleep as a small child to this song. He just passed in 2020 from covid at the age of 84. He was the most honest, dignified man I've ever known and this song makes me feel like he's still here with me.
@betsyboneshaker2204
@betsyboneshaker2204 Жыл бұрын
Oh my, they both sing like angels on this song. They really nailed it. Thank you, Townes.
@JamesSmith-wf1pd
@JamesSmith-wf1pd Жыл бұрын
I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?
@jonsebastian4823
@jonsebastian4823 Жыл бұрын
Hi Betsy, Willie and Merle do a great job on Pancho but I can't get enough of Emmylou's version kills me every time. Stay safe girl
@JamesSmith-wf1pd
@JamesSmith-wf1pd Жыл бұрын
@@jonsebastian4823 oh really?
@wickedvivid75
@wickedvivid75 Жыл бұрын
Townes was beautiful and so are Haggard and Nelson.
@anelladambrosio2513
@anelladambrosio2513 Жыл бұрын
@George Dave ciao George!come stai?🙋🥰😍😊😘
@bradyray4063
@bradyray4063 Жыл бұрын
This is my all time favorite song. I’ve often told my family that I want it played at my funeral.
@wyattsassomevideosareviews2722
@wyattsassomevideosareviews2722 9 ай бұрын
I'm make Shore we play wap for you
@jmgack1
@jmgack1 7 ай бұрын
Same here
@imabeardsley9280
@imabeardsley9280 14 күн бұрын
The best of the best!!❤❤❤
@Omerftz
@Omerftz 5 ай бұрын
Merle made this song….epic and the best ever! We love you Merle
@SJ-ni6iy
@SJ-ni6iy 9 ай бұрын
Seeing Townes in the background is my favorite part of the video. A beautifully written song, made even better by the legends singing it.❤
@raymondclifton1238
@raymondclifton1238 Жыл бұрын
Possibly one of the best songs of all time. Lyrics, vocals, and producing, spot on!
@staylofordo7111
@staylofordo7111 10 ай бұрын
Nobody, nobody, could put the feel of country western music like Willie and Merle . I like Townes special way of picking this song and it’s beautiful too. Willie and Merle beat everyone. I have my version. But I can’t come close to any of these three. Thank you for the awesome video!
@dianefiske-foy4717
@dianefiske-foy4717 Жыл бұрын
There are only a few songs that give me goosebumps. This is one of them. Love the song and Willie and Merle 👏🏻❤️‼️
@ptrain86
@ptrain86 Жыл бұрын
Totally agree
@shanemason7163
@shanemason7163 9 ай бұрын
Look up Jae Mason!! He was good as well!!
@dianefiske-foy4717
@dianefiske-foy4717 9 ай бұрын
@@shanemason7163 … Thanks. I’ll check him out.
@user-hu5on4nk3g
@user-hu5on4nk3g 6 ай бұрын
Red knecks privilege
@alexmorris5028
@alexmorris5028 3 жыл бұрын
Holy Shit! I was today years old when I discovered Towns Van Zandt is in this video!! He wrote the song and is one of the greatest Country singers ever, may he RIP.
@bionicman6969
@bionicman6969 2 жыл бұрын
This reminds me of ole pap he could play all this stuff and bring a tear to your eye. Couldn't read a lick of music, one of those old timers that played by ear, God I miss you dad.
@dvrn86
@dvrn86 9 ай бұрын
Merle's voice is like pulling on a warm jacket on a cold day.
@garyday3191
@garyday3191 4 күн бұрын
Leave him Be, He's better than Most of our government s. He did his best❤️
@alvinwoods639
@alvinwoods639 Жыл бұрын
There will never be Country music this good again.. All the Great ones have passed on or will soon be there. Damn I miss those good days of Country..
@Martin-mp4iq
@Martin-mp4iq 4 жыл бұрын
respect to willie and merle for including townes in the video
@marcusg503
@marcusg503 4 жыл бұрын
Totally agree!
@betsareoff
@betsareoff 4 жыл бұрын
Yes. The author of the song. Cool
@phillipgeorge4278
@phillipgeorge4278 4 жыл бұрын
Respect to townes for including them you mean
@lindsaygulley2689
@lindsaygulley2689 4 жыл бұрын
Thank you.
@Martin-mp4iq
@Martin-mp4iq 4 жыл бұрын
@@phillipgeorge4278 true ;D
@LOVECOUNTRYMUSIC
@LOVECOUNTRYMUSIC Жыл бұрын
This is one of the best duets in history. 👏🏻❤‼
@luluwinke6581
@luluwinke6581 Жыл бұрын
yo major repeat
@JAH7113
@JAH7113 11 ай бұрын
Dolly and Kenny... Islands 🏝️
@nickmerrick18
@nickmerrick18 Жыл бұрын
How many times can I love this song?, Infinite. LOVE
@machtschnell7452
@machtschnell7452 2 жыл бұрын
The cameos by Townes are a nice touch, but definitely listen to his solo version. Absolutely killer.
@0228christian
@0228christian Жыл бұрын
The original is the far superior version... which is really saying something when this version is so good.
@only_james
@only_james 3 жыл бұрын
I remember moving to Stockholm by myself at age 21 for my bachelor's degree. It was wintertime, and I often took walks in the dark evening in the woods and by the lake next to my apartment building. I always played this song, sang along softly as I walked the path and thought of my home and family in the Netherlands. Every time I play this song now that I am back in my country, I think of the beautiful time I had in Sweden. It brings tears to my eyes.
@rudygaona5657
@rudygaona5657 Жыл бұрын
Willie Nelson is a national treasure! He's did it all !!!!
@tylerkant9085
@tylerkant9085 Жыл бұрын
Hello there 🌹
@GayleKazanis
@GayleKazanis Ай бұрын
What a treasure ❤
@rosemiller573
@rosemiller573 2 жыл бұрын
I am really not into country music. I am however proud to listen to Willy Nelson and Meryl Haggard. Singing (Pancho and Lefty). I just love that song and I am truly a Bluegrass hound. Always keep the music coming is all I can say.
@traininglime5559
@traininglime5559 2 жыл бұрын
This is real country music. Real country music tells a story or a lifestyle. it’s not this whistling Pop music that you hear on the radio today, that is not country music. This is real true country music and you can tell by the emotion in the song.
@mmartin7483
@mmartin7483 Жыл бұрын
I agree 100% with you. No screaming no swearing and they didn't need to be half naked to make a Hit!
@wyattpetersen4532
@wyattpetersen4532 Жыл бұрын
Mainstream country died when Bush left office
@leftyo9589
@leftyo9589 Жыл бұрын
amen! bro country sucks!!!
@TheAncientTale
@TheAncientTale Жыл бұрын
I agree. I, for one, hate country music. That’s a bit of a disturbance, due to my location of living, but I do generally love this song. It’s a story, something memorable, something that makes sense. Not some garbage about Applebee’s.
@Anonymous_joe445
@Anonymous_joe445 Жыл бұрын
@@mmartin7483 and nothing about beer or a truck or hunting it is now sadly about Whitetails and trucks and beer . Country music used to be a art form where they showed the south had poets too know every song goes like I get my truck and I’m ready shot to a buck And I get my deer and I’m ready to drink some beer . It’s like country rap know about the same things back in the day before the 90s country was about story’s and the root meanings of the song were not country in lyrics but wholesome now country music try’s to make songs about the country if you know what I mean
@shaneellis9519
@shaneellis9519 10 ай бұрын
I'm from Austin and I've seen Willie a few times in my 50yrs. I was lucky my friend Gabriel Roads mom sang backup for Willie. I met Willie at that Christmas party. He was a kind gentleman. We even shared a bowl lol. Such a great memory.
@WillockRudger-qu9li
@WillockRudger-qu9li 5 ай бұрын
Hello how are you doing today
@ediliocantu7954
@ediliocantu7954 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs never tired of it can listen to it all day long
@AuntieMHere
@AuntieMHere 3 жыл бұрын
Holy Moley, I can't stay away from this song. So here goes another thought... I always thought that the introductory verse "Livin' on the road, my friend, was gonna keep you free and clean..." Was about Pancho. Now I think maybe it was Pancho singing to Lefty, and Lefty's hope of a new life. Maybe even Pancho's dying words. So cool to ponder what the poem could be... Buenas noches, amigos! :)
@rustyjrust873
@rustyjrust873 3 жыл бұрын
18 wheels, good music, and a good road; that's all I ever asked for. The simple life. I was blessed 44 years. Amen.
@poohibue95
@poohibue95 16 күн бұрын
I remember singing this with my dad i miss you father 💛
@conradbouffard1532
@conradbouffard1532 24 күн бұрын
One of my favorites been playing it for over thirty years just love it love betsy 🙏❤️🙏
@jamesbaggett7223
@jamesbaggett7223 3 жыл бұрын
That mournful tone in Willie's voice always gives me chills
@Candoit2
@Candoit2 3 жыл бұрын
"Whose gonna fill their shoes"? Nobody, ever in this new generation...I'm 80 years old and been hearing these two for many many years. May you RIP Merle..... Gone but never forgotten 💔
@willielam2189
@willielam2189 2 жыл бұрын
Im 74 and you are absolutely right!
@annabanana7084
@annabanana7084 Жыл бұрын
This song reminds me of my mom. She passed two years ago from a brain tumor and I was her nurse. When she passed I got her dressed for the funeral home to come take her....this and Seven Spanish Angels was her favorite. I will always cherish that time I had with her in the quiet just listening to her favorite songs.
@steveflowers01
@steveflowers01 Жыл бұрын
You're a good girl honey. I wish to hold you and pull your hurt away. Music is much more than silly entertainment. Its a thread to our souls.
@EddyArnold-xl7rn
@EddyArnold-xl7rn Жыл бұрын
Thanks 😊 so much for the love and support you have showed me for years now…Are you one of my great fans out there ? So sorry about that 😢
@debramardrus9251
@debramardrus9251 Жыл бұрын
I can relate o had the same thing happen to my mom. And I was her nurse and I miss her everyday. It hurts as my son took his life my first born. I have no family near me bit I do have 3 other children that kept me alive during my sorrow that I do feel everyday. Hes with the lord and that's my only comfort. Country music us my grounding place and I saw the highwaymen at the Coliseum and it was the best concert I've ever seen. I hold on to their music as I adore them all. Miss Johnny and meredith and keep listening everyday to them . The best... 🤩❤😇
@debramardrus9251
@debramardrus9251 Жыл бұрын
I suffered the same fate of my mom with a brain tumor and she was such an incredible woman. I also took care of her through the years I she was I'll. My son also committed suicide and he was my first born. Point being is my other 3 children needed me and I am only comforted in knowing hes with the lord at peace. I saw the highwaymen in concert and must say it was the best concert I've ever been to. I play their music everyday and all if their music as separate artist's. Cant go a day without my country music. They call me a redneck and I sat thank you very much. May all of their fans keep them alive in their incredible music I play each day. Live the artists together and separate. Great music to keep me grounded in my life.
@lesleyowen7654
@lesleyowen7654 Жыл бұрын
@@EddyArnold-xl7rn for all your music we love you but also for your horse rescues and pure soul God bless you Willie ❤
@rperez2608
@rperez2608 Жыл бұрын
This is one of my favorite songs ever and when Merle sings it is the sound of an angel singing. I wish his voice were in the song even more. It's just a fabulous song.
@amyjo6153
@amyjo6153 Жыл бұрын
My mom loved this song. RIP Dolores, cheers to you! xoxo
@davidmurphy5083
@davidmurphy5083 Жыл бұрын
Hello Amy
@rayward3630
@rayward3630 4 жыл бұрын
Probably my favorite Country singer. Merle Haggard had a unique voice that wasn't mistaken for anybody else. He was able to put words to music maybe better than anyone before and since him. Hell, I remember him from Hee Haw, when the family would all sit and watch on Saturday nights and I always tried to mimic his voice. I didn't always agree with his political views, but that isn't why I admired him. I admired him for what he could put into a song, his underrated ability on the guitar and what he brought to country music. I remember his impressions of Marty Robbins, Hank Snow and Johnny Cash. Nobody could do them better, not even them. He will be missed and nobody will ever replace him. I'm glad I lived in the era where I got to listen to and watch him.
@jazzmongrel
@jazzmongrel Ай бұрын
The last thing I want to hear when I die is hearing Merle Haggard say the word 'had' over and over....
@Insignificatos
@Insignificatos 2 жыл бұрын
God this is Beautiful. Special, beyond special. Meaningful, beyond meaningful. Townes you found it.
@infamousjax
@infamousjax 3 жыл бұрын
when merle comes in though... goosies everytime... hope you're resting in piece old man... you probably saved my life
@C_Dana
@C_Dana Жыл бұрын
This song was written by Townes Van Zandt and recorded by him in 1972! Later Emmylou Harris for her 1977 album, Luxury Liner did her version. Willie and Merle were late to the game...early 80's. It's an iconic song that for me evokes many emotions.
@AndyArnold-uz5yo
@AndyArnold-uz5yo Жыл бұрын
This song reminds me about my wife. It was her favorite song before she lost the battling to cancer, I wish I could change the hands of time, I miss her smiles, she was always there for me and our lovely daughter, and I never miss a moment with her, life could be so unfair most times, there is some pain, I will cry in vain but won’t let you know how I will feel yes, I will miss you to the core! but some times i wonder why bad thing always happen to good people. She’s always in our heart
@joelwerre
@joelwerre Жыл бұрын
I had a small A-frame cabin in the interior of Alaska. No tv, cable internet etc...I did have AM radio. I would record it when I was out hunting and trapping. I came back one night and replayed it and thats how I found this song. Back then it grabbed my attention, and I almost wore out the fibers of the cassette. Now it take me back to a wilder time in my life and I thought I was moving up, and I did...now I am going back. The cabin is a rental just north of Denali nat'l park. It's off the market in 2023.
@emilyjudith
@emilyjudith Жыл бұрын
Hi Joel
@joelwerre
@joelwerre Жыл бұрын
@@emilyjudith 👋
@joelwerre
@joelwerre Жыл бұрын
@@emilyjudith all your comments are 'HI [male name]. That's not sketch. Definitely not a bot.
@emilyjudith
@emilyjudith Жыл бұрын
@@joelwerre trying to make friends with the people I share same music with, is that such a bad thing?
@humblewoodcutter3000
@humblewoodcutter3000 4 ай бұрын
@@emilyjudith Hi Emily. I like your style.
@dutchwolf5110
@dutchwolf5110 4 жыл бұрын
This was my father's favorite song may he rest in peace
@gavo6240
@gavo6240 4 жыл бұрын
Ya I don't know him but RIP
@zig-zagman5073
@zig-zagman5073 4 жыл бұрын
I karaoked this song with my dad makes me cry everytime
@mariocosio885
@mariocosio885 4 жыл бұрын
May your father rest in peace
@patbrennan6572
@patbrennan6572 4 жыл бұрын
Your daddy had good taste Dutch..
@shannonritter3576
@shannonritter3576 4 жыл бұрын
Same. Exact same. Everytime I hear this song, I feel that lump gather in my throat and tell myself not to cry.
@gypsyfiresign1064
@gypsyfiresign1064 4 жыл бұрын
This song really takes me back 25 years. I was working at a Top 40 Country AM radio station as a DJ. I was required to play the current hits twice an hour and that got so monotonous. But twice an hour we could play our personal choice that was considered an "oldie" and this song was always my choice. The Highwaymen was another huge favorite of mine. Country music has morphed into something I don't recognize. But this...thus was true "Outlaw Country"! I really miss those days.
@musek5048
@musek5048 4 жыл бұрын
Country sounded like country all the way until the mid 90s when you started hearing the more polished and cut studio tracks they tried to pass as "country". Everytime i hear these classics i get transported to a beautiful desert landscape at sundown while riding a horse. Traditional country drumming styles straight up capture the sound of being out there just ridin' around, at least to me of course. Midland's song "fourteen gears"(not the studio album version) is a perfect example of what i mean. I feel like a trucker when i hear that song lol
@loyskud6721
@loyskud6721 Ай бұрын
Great song. there is only the end of truth. finally I suppose
@conradbouffard1532
@conradbouffard1532 3 күн бұрын
I'm enjoying them again just love listening to them ❤
@INGSOCinfo
@INGSOCinfo Жыл бұрын
God Bless Merle Haggard. You are missed!
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