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Charley Crockett "The Poplar Tree"
Written by: Charley Crockett & Dallas Burrow
Charley brought us to one of his favorite honky-tonks, Riley's Tavern to record a couple of videos. A son of Davy Crockett, Texas Native Charley Crockett is masterful at his craft for storytelling. With the amount of music he puts out, we deem him the Ludacris of Country music. Please enjoy our new CC video.
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Special thanks: Rich Russell
Producers: Brian Harrington & Mike Vanata ( Square State Film )
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[@danielallan7429]

Brilliant, absolutely brilliant 👏 👌 😊

[@DaveMac-sw3of]

The Legend of Charlie Crockett " Classic Country Comeback " You Broke the Mold and Restored our Faith in Country and Roots.. Bless You !

[@rdboliter]

One of the most talented musicians that modern day country music has seen for a long time.. Keep it comin' brother!

[@herb_2]

Charley always eye-fking the camera lol

[@trumpdesantis42024]

Gay

[@KingCoobs]

dude is really the coolest man in country music right now.

[@loganw1373]

Just insane swagger

[@brandon9911]

I really wish he would do an acoustic album like this

[@ComedyBros5]

Oh man that’d be phenomenal. I love his full studio albums and hearing all the instruments he brings in, but man! His voice is perfect with just an acoustic guitar…it’s so rich and full.

[@justinf7775]

He has one called Field recordings. Check it out.

[@bgabriel6532]

@@justinf7775 Love that album. Definitely my favorite of his. Hope he puts our more acoustic stuff, his soul really shines through in acoustic songs

[@Auntkekebaby]

I need it so much. Please.

[@Samisnoyce]

Yes

[@zachblair463]

Charley Crockett's swagger is unmatched...

[@jonnyw82]

Charlt Crockett is a living legend, can’t wait to see him next week in Nashville

[@beercan640]

he's great and i'm really excited about his future, but i think living legend is reserved for actual living legends

[@noahgarrett9555]

Uhh what, I’m in the vile. Did not know he’s coming.. where and when is that happening

[@jonnyw82]

@@noahgarrett9555 9th at Brooklyn bowl

[@joeessig6955]

Next month in Cleveland for me!

[@bradendorsey3044]

October 21 in Wichita ! My first concert being 21, too excited!

[@codykutny2532]

This some Marty Robbins gangster shit right here.

[@calebstevens7487]

God this is haunting

[@aaronmarchant8121]

This is all anyone is asking for. True country with the simplest of styles.

[@bigmikes22]

The pool in the back is the cherry on top

[@goldenlee5476]

You can hear "the break" right before he starts playing.... perfect

[@tacolegs2833]

Indie/underground country is where the good stuff is at.

[@NTomlin575]

S-tier country music

[@ppDon211]

Here I was listening to ‘welcome to hard times’ and then I get this notification 🙏🙏

[@cole2917]

This song is really hitting home for me right now

[@davemowles3356]

I always appreciate the artists and their music on this channel- but man, it absolutely benefits a guy like Charlie to play in this format. There's something in the simplicity of it- just vocals and a 6-string really make the song pop (especially compared to the studio versions). That goes for a lot of the artists on this channel/Gems- I'm surprised more artists in the genre don't release songs in this format on their albums- it seems like that's what most folks are looking for

[@zacharypierce759]

sierra ferrell is a perfect example. i heard all of her stuff on these channels and now i cant even listen to the studio versions.

[@benjaminj.7897]

Feel the same way - I much prefer the raw, acoustic version. Shows the artist's true skill.

[@joshtheplow]

I have been having this same thought for years!!! I really wish these artists/channels would release these live cuts for download!! Maybe even some limited run vinyl?!? I’d be all over that 🔥🔥🔥

[@gohel50]

People should check out Charley Crockett's Field Recordings album. It's definitely more lo-fi than this, but it's mostly him and his guitar, and it's got 30 songs on it. I love his more polished stuff, but he really shines on this.

[@retrorealtorteam]

@@zacharypierce759 I agree with this

[@troutbum6252]

The king. Seeing him live for the third time in a couple months.

[@Anonymousbanjo5]

One of the best performances I’ve ever witnessed seeing charley crockett

[@grantswafford4047]

@@Anonymousbanjo5 i agree 100%.

[@cadencressman]

Just saw him at Woodstock with Willie Nelson, best performer of the night. Definitely made a ton of fans

[@jasonhall947]

Charley Crockett has that thing.

[@cowboah2518]

My man is sooooo underrated

[@oldbones000]

Everytime I hear one of his tracks I fall in love with country music all over again.

[@RawfflesMyWaffles]

Not many folk do it the way Charley Crockett does! God bless him and all those that listen to his tunes. Good luck to the rest of em.

[@declaude8070]

Way better than pop country.. never like pop country on the radio but this I ❤ it..

[@cedarriver]

You can never go wrong with this guy. Charley's awesome! Lyrics and chords below folks Standard Tuning, Capo on 1 Verses C Am / C Am / C Am / F G / C Am / C Am / C Am / F G C Interludes C Am C Am Chorus F C / F C / F Am / F G C Verse 4 C Am / C Am / C Am / F G C / Am Outro C Am / C Am / C Am / F G C [Verse 1] I'm holding my head up I'm not gonna cry Or tell them that I need her And that without her I would die I'm not gonna argue They won't listen to me I'm just gonna stay right here Under the poplar tree [Interlude] [Verse 2] Let me tell you a story It happened this way It was born out of longing In a man that's gone astray I've been to the valley In the shadow of death I've crossed many rivers Wearing a scar on my chest [Chorus] Can't outrun this heartache? A man, he sure can try I gave my all to that woman Then she turned around and said goodbye [Interlude] [Verse 3] I was in a high desert Dell City was the town That's when my luck turned south This ol' boy started showin' out He killed the clerk and a young girl Who was only standin' there He looked at me real peculiar With the bullets flying through the air [Chorus] I lit out in a hurry He went out in a hearse Heartbroken and wanted Couldn't tell you which one of 'em is worse [Interlude] [Verse 4] He must've been real important Cause his posse caught up to me I was holding my head up When they hung me from a poplar tree Yes, they hung me from a poplar tree [Outro]

[@Bierce123]

You’re a legend for this one ☝️

[@ServoTom]

Capo on the first fret for anyone wondering.

[@cedarriver]

@@ServoTom forgot to mention that, thanks Bud!

[@shreddykrueger3776]

Thanks! I learned this last night in a few minutes. Changed the interlude into arpeggios on my cover.

[@shreddykrueger3776]

If you want to spin your pick like him after the interludes it's 1 bar. Nice little trick to keep time.

[@britont9418]

This hits different than the album version. I love both, but this is where I am right now.

[@Auntkekebaby]

Do what I do. Make an album playlist and substitute with this one. I did this with a few live versions I found on YT.

[@ohmy4275]

This man gets cooler by the hour

[@lucasstone2694]

Singers like this is what is bringing country back

[@pswick07]

Why is it that artists don't realize we WANT their live music!

[@aplacecalledhometattooing7364]

Heartbroken and wanted, couldn’t tell ya which one of em is worse.

[@goldenlee5476]

Now that is a true "dilemma." DILEMMA: The choice between 2 equally un-appealing situations.

[@readifer]

i'm a simple boy, i see Charley and i like it.

[@maryjanecka2437]

Seeing him live in Pitsburgh tonight- couldn’t be more excited.

[@ComedyBros5]

How was he?!

[@jakesmith7145]

Damn I would have went. Where did he play?

[@theherbpuffer]

Damn I always miss the best shows

[@918kickinwing]

This dude is gonna be a legend. On and off the court.

[@sethanders4799]

A whole album with him and the cat that plays accordion on gold mine would be killer because that guy that plays with him can play a few different instruments seen him playing a keyboard and a trumpet at the same damn time in one of they gigs

[@chiefwiggi7637]

Honestly I need to see him live. I must book a flight to the US.

[@coltonrathjen4510]

He’s amazing live

[@ReubensWorld]

I'm waiting for the borders to open!

[@retrorealtorteam]

way worth it

[@sacredsam6046]

he made me look at his neck for a scar. he truly is a great singer and songwriter.

[@Auntkekebaby]

He made me look for the scar on his chest from the heart surgeries.

[@cadencressman]

He actually does have a scar on his chest, man is so authentic lol

[@russelldayton4161]

I came to westernAF bc of shaky graves and I discovered this guy and this song. One of my favorite songs at the moment

[@reecedonovan5790]

Absolute love this song , Hope Charley comes to Europe !!

[@geoffreywalters5491]

He spent some time out in Spain in his 20s. From what I've heard from interviews he plans to go back to Spain and do a huge tour.

[@jojothecat1956]

Amen , i wait him in France 😉

[@benphillippi3075]

Seeing Charley tonight in Philly! What a gift, Western AF!

[@dipthongthathongthongthong9691]

Where'd he play?

[@delmedico6804]

His eyes so haunting here

[@ComedyBros5]

That’s what I thought. This video was so simple, but his delivery was so powerful.

[@jefffarris6632]

This is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard. Thank you for this tune. Fan for life!

[@sugarsnap7883]

Charley is a G! , I hope him and I will sit and have a couple beers one day .

[@josiepalmer4562]

I sat next to him at a bar years ago. I didn't say a word. I was drinking whiskey neat. He ordered an IPA. There was nobody else sitting that side of the bar but us. It was a pretty neat moment for me. It was before his show and I would have never bothered him 🤠🇺🇲👍

[@sugarsnap7883]

Neat Story ! ,.. 🤙😊

[@ELBertoProductions]

Seeing Charley Crockett in Ukiah CA MENDO county in that park was the best show I’ve ever experienced . Living Legend !!! California fucks wit Charley heavy

[@evandolan]

This man’s music is so good and always lookin’ sharp.

[@isabelgellibrandi7496]

This guy is new to me, but I'm happy we'll be growing older together...

[@OwnedEpicStyle]

You’ve been missing out

[@colegilliam8706]

Cant wait to see this man in Mobile this weekend! Really underrated; every album is solid gold!

[@9point3]

Finally someone who is concerned with diction !!!! So many singers mumble!

[@lancepaycheck]

This dude.... Like Johnny Cash or Roger Miller... Or even older blues guys.... This dude is Folk/Country IN ur face new wave underground "hands to leather" shit..................This is the one ur buddys always ask him to pick up the guitar.......... Thats Charley- They all just wanted to hear him play.... Thats talent... Thats real...

[@lyzarenee9227]

I’m holding my head up, but when I hear this song I still can’t help but cry…

[@Hochodo]

Just wow 👏

[@reubenco]

This song truly is western AF

[@hankgunn83]

Charley is like going back in time and watching my grandpa as a younger man, but he's good at guitar and singing and stuff.

[@ComedyBros5]

and he's just cool that cool, smooth swagger to him!

[@george8214]

What a voice!!! And so young!! He should give us all hope for the future of really good songwriting, singing and storytelling.

[@colejames423]

I was shocked when I learned he’s 37. Not that that’s old or anything. But damn, man’s looking youthful as hell

[@cadencressman]

I can't wait for old wise Charley one day lol

[@Whihi12]

Charley is my fashion icon.

[@mikebachmann5800]

Sad western tale. Death before dishonor vibes. Love this

[@rcummings1984]

Jam as sh*t! C.C. is amazing, one of my favorites from Welcome to Hard Times

[@drummerboy2007]

Even his pick sounds good !

[@num7088]

When I heard my first couple of Charley Crockett songs I remember thinking, "what the hell is up with this guy?"... now, couple years later, I freaking love him.

[@Brad_Bowden]

Charley just doesn’t miss!!

[@ryanpavick1583]

Hell yeah one of my favorites right here

[@SpookieVonDookie]

I love Charley so much. I annoy everyone I know into checking him out.

[@axx6435]

Charley has been on heavy rotation in my house all year. I’ve seen him twice with his amazing band.

[@hauntsofnature]

This sounds so amazing! warm, intimate... something you'd hear on a late summer's day in a bar while drinking a whiskey sour :)

[@asultansdemise]

Let see yes I've watched this about 1,000 times

[@juliansmith1331]

wow!!

[@justingarretson2054]

Got the privilege to see him play live

[@cloudwatcheruno]

Love the man. Love the music. Thank you Westernaf for sharing this with the fans. 🤠🙏🏽🤟🏽🤟🏽

[@scottcates]

Charley spittin' facts.

[@playablecharacter3871]

Bro I love the 2nd verse, where he's just testifying to the camera, badass

[@davidjones9518]

Real justice

[@galedavis3198]

Charley I know your not old enough, but you remind me of a man from my younger days in the Marine Corps. Great music, glad I found this channel.

[@bryanwelton1442]

One of my favorite country artist these days sounds like good old country

[@JoLoneyMusic]

I just woke up and this happened to be sitting in my notifications. Great way to start today, and great stuff as ways from both Western AF and Charley! Keep at it guys!

[@ComedyBros5]

This is just fantastic. Can't get enough of this guy! Still waiting for the chance to see him live - I'm sure it's incredible! Something about this video really pops, too. I'm not sure if it's the rich vocals, the perfect color grading/lighting, or the fact Crockett stares into our souls. haha.

[@josiepalmer4562]

Want to encourage you to follow through with attending the live performance. I been to his show when it was a three piece and I could stand close enough to hear how our voices sounded together as I sang along. Those days are over now. He's too big.

[@josiepalmer4562]

I attend his live performance once per year average these days for past couple years🤠🇺🇲👍

[@itshooligan]

Lyrics :) I'm holding my head up I'm not gonna cry Or tell them I need her And that without her I would die I'm not gonna argue They won't listen to me I'm just gonna stay right here Under the poplar tree Let me tell you a story It happened this way It was born out of longing In a man that's gone astray I've been to the valley In the shadow of death I've crossed many rivers Wearing a scar on my chest Can I outrun this heartache? A man he sure can try I gave my all to that woman Then she turned around and said goodbye I was in a high desert Dell City was the town That's when my luck turned south This ol' boy started showin' out He killed the clerk and a young girl Who was only standin' there He looked at me real peculiar With the bullets flying through the air I lit out in a hurry He went out in a hearse Heartbroken and wanted Couldn't tell you which one of em is worse He musta been real important Cuz his posse caught up to me I was holding my head up When they hung me from a poplar tree Yes they hung me from the poplar tree

[@nihowdy1]

The myth, the man, the legend, Charley continues to shine.

[@wyodino6245]

Love those story tellin' songs. Great tune! And hey, those rings aren't bad either.

[@christypowell.]

You know a person is good when their live, acoustic is better than any of their recordings....

[@ozenfant_ozn]

so good!

[@oliviaegbert421]

Hope to hear this in Grand Junction! :)

[@jonathanclark9829]

Man I wish I could pull off a hat like that.

[@loosieclocker]

Realest of the real

[@shreddykrueger3776]

This is a really well made and simplistic style music video. Especially the beginning ( 3:04) of the final chorus where the pool shot cracks. Shows nobody is listening. Fitting to the song where we only get a few details of a one sided tale. I really enjoy it

[@futureitw]

I like this take on the video

[@stevejake4316]

That's a good ol boy right there. Sure like his sound.

[@jonathanreyes3832]

Can’t wait to see Charley tomorrow in philly !🤠🤠

[@grouseman1994]

Makes me think of a grouse flush in Michigan in a poplar cover.

[@gregmonforton4103]

Great video! Western AF, you continue to be an inspiration.

[@alexhans1615]

Hollywood will try to make a movie with Pitt about Charley...nope. That's our guy, and y'all are 30 years behind. Crockett is the Man from Waco, or Laredo, or anywhere. Coolest cat on the block

[@thejuicer9706]

He’s bad ass. I love it

[@jonnyw82]

One of my favorite songs of his

[@19tomsmith79]

Amazing! Hopefully some of these so called country music artists will take some lessons from a true country music artist!

[@rosst2017]

Seeing him live next Monday for my first time I’m readyyyy!

[@dollarcountry6749]

Oh hell yeah

[@disgustinriffs]

The album version is great, but this is just phenomenal.

[@ThisisfaeenSRVFAN]

Absolutely awesome!

[@frozemoments39]

Wooooo. Hot ahhhh. AF. Walk on Charley

[@jjut6182]

Thank you for bringing me this 🙏🏼

[@kurt8263]

I was gonna go see him tonight in Pitt, but couldn’t get tested on time. 😕 sucha bummer cause I’ve been waiting years. I’ll catch you down south next time Mr. Crockett. His music cuts straight through to the heart n soul.

[@teresacesario6247]

Nice voice, beautiful video. He's wonderful in all ways!

[@kyleh698]

His clothes fit him so fucking well. GD

[@that1guy899]

Officially my favorite CC song!