This is exactly how I feel about my country! Not those in charge!!! The people!! ❤️Tennessee 🇺🇸
@daveconder43512 жыл бұрын
AMEN SISTER 👍❤️🇺🇸🥃
@rickward4602 жыл бұрын
"We say Grace and we say Amen...if you ain't into that we don't give a damn!"😎🇺🇸 From Memphis to Mountain City..."Ain't it good to be alive and be in Tennessee." Rest in Paradise Charlie🙏
@0101tuber3 жыл бұрын
Ya know one thing about this song that isn't dated? The lyrics. We are still here, and ready to deal with it.
@terribenton98853 жыл бұрын
Absolutely! As I was listening again to this song after many years, I could not believe how relevant it is today! Thanks for pointing that out!
@User_323 жыл бұрын
Except for the fact that he wrote the song ironically and is making fun of people like you
@Michael-jl6no3 жыл бұрын
Yeah kinda sad not one lyric was mentioned in the reaction.... Seemed to me they were just trying to get through it to be honest.
@jbc_81103 жыл бұрын
@@User_32 no he didn’t
@User_323 жыл бұрын
@@jbc_8110 ‘Haggard doesn't sing The Fightin' Side of Me" as himself even if parts of the song seems tongue-in-cheek and Haggard was simply playing a character. Haggard is basically the uncouth know-it-all at the bar or barbershop, ready to explain why his kids' teachers and the local newspaper are always wrong.’
@aimararojas70373 жыл бұрын
This song is as relevant today as it was back then…
@Vaelsung17 ай бұрын
Not really, we've learned about unjust wars built on lies and false flags and forced experimental vaccines on the military in the face of blind military industrial complex "patriotism". It's come out that the Gulf of Tonkin was a false flag that led the USA into Vietnam which is what this song largely centers around. Love your country, fear your government and keep it in check.
@Spring-ne2mz3 жыл бұрын
Merle Haggard was a part of the “Bakersfield Sound” in California. Buck Owens, Lefty Frizzel and later Dwight Yoakum were in led in the niche of country music. His parents migrated to CA during the dust bowl and Great Depression in the 1930s from Oklahoma. Many of the people of the Central Valley of CA were Oakies. A lot of his music, themes, attitudes and speech patterns reflect this. He was a great musician and was the voice for the common working man. I don’t like or agree with all his views in every song and I don’t think this is the best example of his talent. Songs like Workin Man Blues, The Fugitive, Sing me Back Home are just a few that better showcase his voice. He had a hard life and ended up in San Quentin prison where he heard Johnny Cash sing. This was a turning point in his life and inspired him to go into the music business. You three are from another place and time so a lot the meaning and manner does not resonate with you as it does for those of us whose parents came to CA out of the dust bowl to try and provide a better life for their children. If you want to understand this better take a listen to Woody Guthrie a folk singer of this era.
@ComeAlongKay2 жыл бұрын
Now people are migrating out of California as the liberals are burning it down.
@timothywilliams2252 Жыл бұрын
Well said!!!
@darkomtobia3 жыл бұрын
Merle Haggard has a ton of incredible music. He didn't need computers or autotune, either. "The Way I Am" is a nice one.
@petermalutin74073 жыл бұрын
Merle Haggard is a God....tread lightly.
@victoriarachelle892 жыл бұрын
You damn straight
@757optim3 жыл бұрын
Merle Haggard is an icon. He's got more hits than Carter's got liver pills. RIP Merle.
@redstateforever3 жыл бұрын
He was called the Working Man’s Poet, he wrote almost all his songs, many of them were autobiographical. This isn’t a great recording, his voice was like butter. Working Man’s Blues is a fun one, upbeat and bluesy. He was intelligent, handsome, and so talented. He left his mark on every country artist to follow to this day. Hard to overstate his influence.
@eponine19663 жыл бұрын
Always loved Merle Haggard, my grandparents listened to old country music all the time. Love it to this day, the video, audio quality may change through the years, but the talent remains.
@nancysexton43643 жыл бұрын
Dave, while you may have found the bass player intimidating, you really wouldn't want to take on Merle. Was in and out of prisons for years, including a long stint in San Quentin -- one of the toughest facilities in the US. Goes to show you shouldn't judge a book by it's cover.
@teamrealtree00732 жыл бұрын
It will never change know matter what. The patriots in this country will keep that way free .......
@mumuspain20863 жыл бұрын
Merle is one of the country legends. This song still holds up lyrically at least as there's so many noodle boys these days who just want to whine online or throw bricks from an anonymous crowd while dressed in all black, but there are still people here with guns and patriotic spirit and we aren't gonna let them take our freedom and turn this into soviet russia.
@TherealBo4_God8633 жыл бұрын
Merle haggard had like 40 number one hits and this is one of them
@stalledrain40932 жыл бұрын
Yes sirrr, Alabama resident here. We dare defend our rights! Love my people and my state. 🇺🇸
@mattwright89932 жыл бұрын
Wouldn't expect guys like you to get it!
@lori611510 ай бұрын
Well, they live in Great Britain, how or why would they?
@thorzzz1z5 ай бұрын
@@lori6115 i would expect anyone to love their country, you must be one of them Squirrely guys
@skyqueen11484 ай бұрын
@@thorzzz1zYep
@atsu61652 жыл бұрын
A large portion of America would still get excited if this song was played.
@lt.spears18892 жыл бұрын
Merle lived the songs he wrote, spent time in prison, lived a crazy life, as fate would have it he’d become the working mans poet, where God, Family and Country ment something. He got straight but his authenticity was what endeared him to a nation and crossed boundaries
@jlyo19913 жыл бұрын
You should see his impersonations. They’re spot on. He can do Marty Robbins, Johnny Cash, and Buck Owens among others.
@americansmark3 жыл бұрын
Buck Owens was a legend. He and Dwight yoakam made the Bakersfield sound popular in the 80s.
@georgedriver5052 Жыл бұрын
These folk obviously don't know them
@george2173 жыл бұрын
"Okie from Muskogee" is another good one of his. He is a pioneer of what is known as the Bakersfield sound.
@1trumantucker13 жыл бұрын
Imagine how this song would be perceived today...
@jlyo19913 жыл бұрын
In a fun twist, Merle’s people wouldn’t let him put his song about an interracial relationship as the B side on either this song or Okie From Muskogee because they felt it would tarnish his image. The more things change the more they stay the same.
@barbaracampbell99072 жыл бұрын
Just as valid today there are loyal Americans just bc we differ in politics doesn’t mean we don’t love this country
@gregdavidson38343 жыл бұрын
Doesn’t get bigger or better than Merle. This song was in reference to the protesters of the Vietnam War. He was pardoned by then Governor Ronald Reagan. 38 number 1’s. Poncho and Lefty with Willie, Silver Wings, and Okie from Muskogee are my favorites.
@jeanettesmith765 Жыл бұрын
Love anything that Merle Haggard has every sung. React to more of his music please.
@frost19772 жыл бұрын
the words of this song are SO relevant for today.
@artmyers8841 Жыл бұрын
Laugh here in the states and see how that works out.
@Nooooahhh Жыл бұрын
Just now seeing this. God Bless Y’all. This is real down home country music.
@KayeWhye3 жыл бұрын
I recommend a very fun pair of songs by Merle Haggard. First, do his classic hit "Okie From Muskogee" and then do his duet with Willie Nelson "It's All Going To Pot." The two played back to back, demonstrates the change of opinion on marijuana in America. I am off now, to go do exactly what I've just suggested, but before I do... I used to drive "lorries" across the country, and every time I went past the sign for Muskogee on I 40, I would sing the first line of the song, and then hit my pipe....🥴
@32a34a3 жыл бұрын
That guitarist is Roy Nichols considered by some to be the greatest guitarist most people have never heard of. That man was devastating on the guitar.
@johngilbanni63853 жыл бұрын
*Roy Buchanan. Its just the title of a documentary, but he was called the ‘worlds greatest unknown guitarist.’ It’s on KZbin and Roy Nichols is in it for a few minutes.
@32a34a3 жыл бұрын
@@johngilbanni6385 His last gig was right down the street from me. Guilford,Ct. I live in Branford. I need to find that documentary. Thanks for the info John.
@GT-ry1cv3 жыл бұрын
He did it better later on in his career imo. Once he had the beard and kind of looked the part of one of the outlaw's of country music. He went to San Quentin for robbery and was later pardoned by Governor Ronald Reagan.
@shirleymongold94913 жыл бұрын
There are still about 100 million of us here feel the same way. Too bad it isn't more
@cindyknudson27152 жыл бұрын
Don't be discouraged. Let's go Brandon has quite a following😉
@imnot_givingmyname_2a_machine3 жыл бұрын
Hell yeah boys! This is it. Don't appreciate the laughing fellas, lol Willie and Waylon next. If ya'll want more modern, sturgill simpson or tyler childers
@victoriarachelle892 жыл бұрын
The hag was the best ever, love Waylon, Willie, possum Hank Jr sr
@frost19772 жыл бұрын
this song needs to be played on colleges all over the county,
@spacecoffee32153 жыл бұрын
By the expressions on your faces, it was obvious you were not much impressed but, but, but, Merle Haggard had one of the most beautiful, most melodic voices ever. This song wasn't the most impactful if you are not home-grown, traditional, God-fearing folk. It's significant to a sort. However, Merle's personal life story is one to note.. His most well-known song is "Mama Tried". Again, it's difficult to grasp the significance of Haggard's music if you didn't grow up struggling and poor but nonetheless working w a die-hard, work-hard w blood, sweat and tears type of ethic to support the wife and 6 kids. It does actually mean something to what was once known. Merle Haggard has several amazing songs and unfortunately, this one will not do much if you're new to his music.
@jimilemons34373 жыл бұрын
You have to understand that this was written during Vietnam and was an answer to the hippie movement. Merle Haggard was an ex-convict who was inspired to be a musician by watching Johnny Cash perform where he was incarcerated. I love you guys, by far my favorite channel, but you’re going to unwittingly piss off a lot of Americans with this reaction because this was a patriotic answer from country and military folks to the anti-war movement. On one hand you have Jane Fonda and on the other you have Merle Haggard, an ex-con who appreciated the opportunity he was afforded. He was a favorite of bikers and understand that this song is sung by a guy who is saying if you bad mouth America I will kick your ass, and he meant every word of it. Try ‘Mama Tried’ or Okie from Muskogee’
@americansmark3 жыл бұрын
I don't even recognize him without the beard and sadness in his voice. Very early on in his career.
@dandillinger233 жыл бұрын
Merle the 🐐 🇺🇸
@MrArgman3 жыл бұрын
Merle Haggard rules
@bbtt63512 жыл бұрын
This is real America, TODAY!
@yes2day1002 жыл бұрын
Why are you laughing? He's dead serious and so are we. Not dated for me, or for millions of Americans. Europeans and Brits have forever been underestimating the deep middle of this country, and its' deep beliefs. And if you're interested in Merle's work, try Kern River or Silver Wings or Mama Tried...
@CurtDaniel10003 жыл бұрын
Marty Robbins-El Paso
@joshrohn82003 жыл бұрын
Not the song I would have chosen to introduce y'all to the Hag.
@victorwaddell65303 жыл бұрын
Nothing dated about this song . These days there are more people in America that run down our country without realizing how good we live here compared to most other places .
@fjtransmission Жыл бұрын
England listen up you need this !
@jamesworthington33462 жыл бұрын
Emily Lou Harris once said if your from another world and want to know what country music is listen to a haggard album. Enough said
@aberration3869 Жыл бұрын
Check out some of his live stuff Fromm the eighties and nineties particularly his Austin City concert. Much more what you’d enjoy.
@Bozemanjustin3 жыл бұрын
Fun fact Merle Haggard was in prison. But a certain country music fan said oh no no no we can't have that. He was given a full pardon! He was only asked in return to come put on a show for the man that pardoned him Ronald Reagan
@vickilloyd74723 жыл бұрын
There are amazing classics in country music. In fact, what we hear today is not what country music should sound like. Yes, I am biased. Now, Chris Stapleton is freaking amazing.
@ephraim2793 Жыл бұрын
Proving to be prophetic.
@sondrapowell54873 жыл бұрын
Dave! Is the bass player your dad? You look just like him!
@dbonyadi2 жыл бұрын
It’s even more relevant today. Merle was right. We have too many haters in the US with the sports celebrities taking a knee during the National Anthem.
@carlprince28662 жыл бұрын
The lady behind him was his ex wife but sang with him until her death . thats what he was
@katherineskaggs4490 Жыл бұрын
Not may ppl had the talent that he had. He influenced musicians and entertained ppl the world over. Todays music may not be as dated but musicians need to aspire to be as good as he was. And one day your music will be dated too. And probably not as good.
@jarradmorgan85493 жыл бұрын
It do go down… Robert.
@Wade-222 жыл бұрын
Hey dudes. Idk if y’all understand, but this mindset is not “old school” And you’re welcome.
@HONDA-dl8nj2 жыл бұрын
Pease React Merle Haggard - Folsom Prison Blues (Live at Farm Aid 1985)
@kraven44443 жыл бұрын
Guys you should do "He Will Not Divide Us" series by Internet Historian. Basically anything by Internet Historian.
@amberswafford93053 жыл бұрын
Ahh, The Hag, now y’all are cookin’ w grease.
@tonic81772 жыл бұрын
If you want something less “dated” then listen to Red, White, and blue (The Angry American) by Toby Keith. Although, love Merle Haggard no truer words 🇺🇸❤️
@tukomlegendmusic50673 жыл бұрын
Please react to the beauty of football
@nickrobinson53523 жыл бұрын
...."in 450years"...🤣
@norki.e3 жыл бұрын
could you react to Tyler Childers? he's an alternative country artist who's really popular right now. I think you guys would love "Feathered Indians" by him. he kinda looks like Dave too!!
@cindyknudson27152 жыл бұрын
Maybe Mama Tried by Merle ?
@matthewdebord44922 жыл бұрын
I was expecting a little bit more of a lyrical analysis from you blokes. The time this song came out was in the 1960's. Thick of the Vietnam War. I think country folks weren't necessarily pro-war. More like anti hippie. That puts this song in context.
@lori611510 ай бұрын
They don't analize songs, wtf?? They react to videos......
@robertberger56393 жыл бұрын
This was something of a 'cheap applause' song, if you get what I mean. For what I call the 'real Merle' have a listen to Sing Me Back Home and/or Mama Tried.
@barrettgranger91393 жыл бұрын
Top 3 all time
@xScooterAZx3 жыл бұрын
Why react to aa song and all you talk about is the fashions and howe dated it is. Well,..didnt you research it a bit to see how old it is? Jeez,....
@barrettgranger91393 жыл бұрын
Mainstream country singers wouldn’t dare sing something like this now days bc they all afraid of being canceled by the “woke” community
@davidcooley2753 жыл бұрын
Rather be woke than a traitor trump fan...in jail soon, i promise.
@barrettgranger91393 жыл бұрын
@@davidcooley275 you going to jail?
@WestliFerZul3 жыл бұрын
Does it make you mad that conservatives don't hold social power anymore and will eventually die off? Stay mad.
@barrettgranger91393 жыл бұрын
@@WestliFerZul 😂😂 their ain’t much that makes me mad, I try to look at the bright side of things for the most part. I don’t have to get on social media platforms and try to make fun of people that I know nothing about to make me feel good about myself , I’m not a keyboard warrior like most of the people on here now days that wouldn’t say 95% of the stuff they say from the safety of their grandmas basement to anyone’s face.
@WestliFerZul3 жыл бұрын
@@barrettgranger9139 you said you're not a keyboard warrior, but you just spent minutes out of your day to whine about "woke" culture and how they are "cancelling" people. You cry and whine like a bitch on the internet and then when someone calls you out, you call them the keyboard warrior? That is what is called a "hypocrite" fellas. By the way, you do sound very very mad. It's okay, you are losing the culture war. Don't get your panties up in a bunch about it. By the way, just an English lesson for you so you don't embarrass yourself in the future, it's "there", not "their".
@jefflee26982 жыл бұрын
Merle has better songs, Mama Tried, sing me back home, Working man blues to name a few.
@timothywilliams2252 Жыл бұрын
Y'all really started a shit-storm over this one! LOL! Sorry, but one should never insult The Hag! You might as well be on the side of the company-men at Matewan, that way you could piss off everybody in West Virginia as well! I can see this song is FAR removed from your cultural experience and history, so we'll just leave it at that... LMFAO!!!
@bjohnson49022 жыл бұрын
Do I'm a white boy by Merle Haggard please.
@serfillustrated4018 Жыл бұрын
Dated? More relevant now than ever.
@lori611510 ай бұрын
Can of worms!!
@matthewlee61683 жыл бұрын
Dated or not--Haggard is the Gold Standard in country music. Too made y'all found it underwhelming.
@KY87Chevy2 жыл бұрын
This is a good song, maybe you just have to be an American to understand it I guess. I don't see music as dated, if I like it I like it
@justinbutler11963 жыл бұрын
Lol
@matthewdean8592 Жыл бұрын
I like your channel but my friend…you knew it was dated before you watched the video for many reasons. Don’t act like you’re surprised that you heard an old country singer doing his thing in his time. Have a good day. Just leave country out of your channel if you plan on calling older music old… we get it you’re 22
@mickeyleek7309 Жыл бұрын
Obvious these guys enjoy making fun of something they don’t understand to me patriotism is very dear and when we lose that w lose our country and the freedoms we hold dear. Very sad of what I just witnessed by these gentlemen!!
@podunk872 жыл бұрын
Man... I hate these damn live versions. Who requests live songs that sound like shit compared to the recorded versions..? I love Merle and this song, but this live stuff looks stupid as hell.
@crosstimberokie3 жыл бұрын
Blushing and grinning. Most uncomfortable for you guys lol
@Buttercup-vw2zo2 жыл бұрын
Actually I bet what you really don't like are the lyrics.The COMMIE I'm the White House doesn't either
@mikewatts8672 жыл бұрын
There are soooooo many great Merle songs, but this ain’t one of them. It was a hit at the time for the same reason some of these commenters love it. But as songcraft, it’s bottom of the barrel compared to others he wrote. You guys are correct that he pretty much invented modern country music, the radio crap, for better or worse. But his body of work has so much more to offer. His songs featured horns and jazzy elements at times. Never shied away from controversial topics. And had in my opinion the purest “country” voice ever. I hope this song didn’t scare you off and you will dig deeper at some point. Sing Me Back Home would be my recommendation to start with. Some of his songs were semi auto-biographical. Others, like this one, were more of a character piece, singing from a point of view of someone else.
@bjohnson49022 жыл бұрын
What was so funny?
@PatrickOneal-nl7xk10 ай бұрын
well i give these reactors a jolly two thumbs down.
@billcompton51189 ай бұрын
You get nothing about this song! You blokes
@dannyboy92532 жыл бұрын
These guys are gays
@vickilloyd74723 жыл бұрын
My least favorite legend. Sorry. Please do more Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings and Kris kristofferson. They were all in a group called The highwaymen...
@MrArgman3 жыл бұрын
Merle is on another level
@BP-or2iu3 жыл бұрын
The lyrics are pretty ridiculous but the melody and songwriting were top notch, as always from Merle.
@StfuFFS3 жыл бұрын
This is EXACLY the type of country music I hate... It feels like anaesthetic-free dental surgery.
@RatherBfishin Жыл бұрын
It’ll take more than hippes and fruity looney toons to take this country down 🇺🇸 this song still applies today more than ever, nothing about it is dated.