Merle Haggard - If I Could Fly Away

[@davidjones1858]

I dont believe anyone has ever been able to consistently write and sing poetry like Merle Haggard could.

[@gregday9943]

Agree but merle didnt write this

[@RogerSmith-kh4rz]

Blaze

[@IisDeeps]

He does this song serious justice, but Blaze Foley wrote it.

[@PETERRUGGIERI]

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[@packratbuggs6853]

This song has something that gets in to my life. I lost the love of my life in 2016. We had been together for almost 60 years. Something about the song just grabs your heart and soul. God bless................

[@karenenderle532]

packrat...i hear ya,,,lost my husband in 2020, of 28 years....it brings me to tears, but also just the thought of it happening makes me smile. Merle really feels this song, it sounds like one that he could have written and I really think he truly loves this song, he puts HIS heart and soul in this one...so beautiful!

[@annagromlowicz3276]

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[@annagromlowicz3276]

I don't know why he was tak n away, together 5o yr's...if you take one,don't leave the other alone

[@eddieswewney2496]

Prayers from Ireland ❤️

[@jameslawrence7411]

I'm so sorry to hear of your loss I do a couple of songs by Merle but haven't played in a year or to, but your story makes me want to get back into it. I'm gonna send you a video just let me know where to send it

[@tammywells2061]

My dad selected this for my younger brother’s funeral (video) it hurts my heart to know this is how he feels. A parent shouldn’t have to bury a child. This song beautifully expresses an unimaginable loss.

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@taniastewart2999]

My heart goes out to you and your dad.

[@utube012341]

Profound choice, but yeah I’m sorry you all suffered through that situation

[@pennybenton5607]

🙏🙏 unfortunately our family knows that pain. I hope sweet memories carry you through.

[@tammywells2061]

@@pennybenton5607 God bless your family

[@billie877]

I could listen to this song over and over and never get tired of it. 💕💕💘❣

[@joanbyrne111]

Like myself love this song 😂

[@lindahaas7203]

I agree

[@benjaminkemp7233]

This has been my favourite song for years. It feels like there is a weight on my chest every time I hear it. What a gem.

[@chipmcdowell7043]

Blaze Foley

[@mindareinetels6047]

So so true!!!!!💘

[@akbalchauhan8631]

I JUST LOVE HIS MUSIC.SAD OR. HAPPY!!

[@bonniechops1]

The best country singer of all time 🙏🏼🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@jameslevi1243]

@@bonniechops1greatest singer, amazing guitar player. I never knew just how much I enjoyed his music until he was gone.

[@Lizard_Bleed]

They way the steel guitar screams loudly after the soft harmonic of the violin is just pure emotional clash.. what a genius representation of musical expression

[@veravajr]

This song pulls at your heart strings. Makes me want to cry just listening to it. How true.

[@mikevallen999]

It really feels like Merle Haggard lived a life between joy and pain like most of us......but Merle had an exotic way of expressing it .

[@junekvamme9862]

Song was written by Blaze Foley. Great song!

[@davidetcheverry944]

rip myfriend.......saw you at the fresno fair before you got sick......memories.......your box car is in a park in bakersfield.....dme...

[@PRAISE753]

I NEVER get tired of this song......

[@IanRob2011]

Love Merle’s voice and interpretation. Favorite song. Thanks you Blaze Foley for this gem.

[@mariemcginley2822]

Ĺove this song love all Merles,songxx

[@clarence5400]

My brother was killed in a motorcycle accident he was my mentor he always listened to Merle Haggard which got me started and boy I'm glad I did he got me through the hardest times love you Merle and Thank You !!

[@projectmoon13]

Merle playing Blaze. Doesn’t get any better than this. R.I.P to them both.

[@stevethomas4486]

Blaze was the original God bless him I still can’t stop thinking how Merle Does it could be any better

[@royzee28]

@@stevethomas4486 I really can't think of anyone else who could have carried this off in the way Blaze intended it to be sung. Merle & Willie also did a great version together!

[@joannahalaby3975]

As the years go by, Merle sounds better all the time. We do not have good country singers anymore. There will never be another one that can sing like him. He knew how to pull it all together. Such a great talent for all the world to see. This is a very special song.

[@williamrolls5162]

Hello friend, how're you doing today?

[@sbae8675]

100%

[@alexanderhammer688]

I agree 110%

[@atemengeverydaylife4288]

absolutely true enough

[@danieltracy7136]

What a great voice

[@virginiacampbell]

A beautiful soul-touching song!! Not many artists can reach the recesses of a human's soul like Merle Haggard

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@melvindorsey8190]

This is a sad song but a darn good one, done by the best country singer ever.

[@timothyhuff448]

Melvin Dorsey He was that Melvin strange this song came to me when I found out my brother had cancer it hits me rite n the Hart my brother is in remission.but the song still hurts me in a way not many ever has I have been a music man seince birth I'm to now.I no that day will come I listen bout every day tears run down my face now but it was a song ment to hit you in the hart a the best man in the world that rote and sang it could have been by others but none would have dileverd the song like merl the peel did he was truley was a Perl in our day and time God bless him in HEAVEN.THATS ONLY PLACE FOR A MAN THAT SANG A SONG FROM THE. BOTTOM OF HIS BOOTS COULD BE I NO THAT BECAUSE I AM TRUELY A MUSIC MAN THANK YOU FOR LISTENING BLESS YOU..HI RIDEING COWBOY.

[@Steve-zr3lo]

Tim Huff Music has to hit you in the heart. There was a time when real country had a message for everyone... In every circumstance. Love Merle more now than ever, and makes me think why I didn't appreciate him when he was here.

[@TK-ul7mr]

Love this song. His son Ben does a fantastic cover of it, but The Hagg has such inflection in his voice, it just hits you right. RIP.

[@pattivanlandingham2951]

Written by the great songwriter Blaze Foley

[@thomasmckelvey1911]

This is the best singer America ever had and will never be replaced have been a fan along time now hope he still brings back memories although sad at times for many years to come

[@bszwed]

Nobody sings it better than Merle.

[@williamnorrey5528]

a man who knows how to pull at your heart strings, fly high merle 🙏🙌

[@magdalenemcclendon8487]

He put his heart and soul in his songs and you could just feel the heartache-heartbreak in his voice...there will never be another Merle Haggard...one of the greatest singers of all time.

[@wilmanolan9452]

yes you can

[@bradfordsmith5942]

Well said 💙

[@billridge7854]

God bless Blaze Foley.

[@MariaMaria-oo3kj]

This one not his, Blaze Foley!

[@robertbishop5868]

Wish I could find a good honky tonk bar today,, just to slow dance and hold the ladies close.

[@chuckeley5641]

It will never get any better than this. Merle was the greatest singer songwriter that the good Lord ever strung a gut through. Lord I miss Merle and the Strangers.

[@jimrodigher6759]

Jim Rodeghier * After Merl had sang, what was at the time the title song of his newest album Kern River. On the Ralph Emmery show, Porter Wagner commented, "That is a dangerous man with a song. I truly believe he's one of the best writers and story tellers there is!

[@TexasSapphires]

Blaze Foley wrote this song. And it is called.If I could only Fly. The poster got the title wrong.

[@emorrison4669]

@@jimrodigher6759 what a beautiful song

[@johntheball]

@@TexasSapphires I much prefer Blaze singing this...the authentic emotion gets me everytime.

[@timmills5496]

100%

[@alastairclunie7232]

Just played this at my father's funeral. Other sinking sun and one more lonely night. RIP DAD thank you

[@tillyloustinkypoo3457]

@Kasen Kendall Yea! Your right know one gives ah shit

[@julieadam7425]

The Best!! ❤ Love this song!! Love everything about this song! What a performance! ❤ Such awesome but sad lyrics! His voice, so deep with feelings, makes one emotional! Listen to his music everyday! ❤️🎼🎧

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@dennisshane869]

Nice version.... but doesn't touch the original...Blake Foley RIP

[@kevincole2011]

Was one of my Dads favourite Listening again on the 12 th anniversary of his passing

[@ursulagrimshaw4303]

Love him ,lost my husband after 60 years of marrige ,I cry every time I hear it and that is every day

[@TigerKing77]

Merle Haggard a friend to the common Man.

[@robertmclain5306]

Blaze Foley was one of the strangest writers/singers of his era, but he hit it on the head with this one,

[@genet8397]

This song, written by Blaze Foley, is also on KZbin as sung by him. It is also a very good rendition and touches the heart. What a great sad song. Thanks Blaze.

[@markhanson2116]

I never have been so emotional as I have listening to Blaze....what a terrible loss.....what a fleeting,falling star. Aint got no stitches, but I got lots of scars...

[@allanhallmark7361]

Music has power. I had to learn that from this song. I love sad music because of the emotion they bear and the way it influences their vocals. But you have to know that songs make you feel. And you shouldn’t always want to feel that way.

[@dorahaverkate6204]

Thats so true but sometimes it over wellems you...

[@peterj.martin8824]

traditional country music doesn't get any better than this; thank you Merle and the Strangers....

[@ashleyjohnson9979]

merle haggard was the absolute best you will be missed hag you made country music fans like me who enjoy the real country not this new crap they try to call country fly high merle 💕💕💕

[@bradbankhead7074]

Amen!

[@davidpeterson506]

Spot on bro

[@wilmanolan9452]

such a good song

[@gerardclarke1664]

Such a class piece of song writing , and what a delivery from the singer of great soul...merle ! .such a devout performer. My favourite vocal performance of all time...by any artist , in all fields. 🎤👏

[@dorahaverkate6204]

His voice calmed you when you are feelin sad

[@toddshrewsbury204]

Without a doubt! There will never be another like thus Beautiful Song Man!!

[@carloscruik9687]

Yes, Blaze Foley wrote beautiful songs and Merle’s interpretation is wonderful.

[@lindatucker5685]

My brother just pasted last month...he loved Merle Haggard's music, if he was alive today, he would be very sad to hear of Merle's passing.....maybe they will meet in heaven now...

[@gocanes6650]

sorry to hear that, Linda.

[@barbaracroft510]

+Linda Tucker so sorry linda but they are right they can both fly now rip both

[@montecarlo766]

bless you and your family miss linda

[@christophersnowdon1063]

Let me tell you something.ive loved his music so much..I think your brother would have been a friend of mine.wow.what a friend from across the ways . beautiful

[@mikelangley2049]

You can trust he has God knows

[@mouseman6942]

Old Blaze Foley song that got new life when Merle sings it. Great song and an even greater singer. RIP Hag.........

[@LambertIsGod58]

I've never heard this song until after Merle passed. I've had it on repeat ever since. Without a doubt my favorite Merle Haggard song!!

[@chipmcdowell7043]

Blaze Foley

[@romildapowell6349]

My special special song 🎵 ❤️ 💕 Ben sounds so much like his dad. Bless all the Haggard men 🙏 🙌

[@Vladie1987]

Same here

[@johneasler9967]

Blaze wrote it, but Merle made it his own

[@robertbishop5868]

Michelle Bishop was my late wife's name also, she always said I listened to Merle to much. Glad u like his music.

[@anelladambrosio2513]

Secondo me,questa canzone e una delle più belle di Merle...😟😥🤗👩‍❤️‍💋‍👩🥰🎸💕💝💝💝💝💝💝

[@royzee28]

If I Could Only Fly, written by Blaze Foley given The Hag treatment, what more could one ask? :) Superb!

[@eclecticmusica]

I'm sure Blaze would give it two duck tapes up.

[@nancymccourt7890]

.

[@nancymccourt7890]

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[@1bls]

I forgot that this was Blaze’s song. Merle’s version is more eloquent and refined. Blaze’s version was very raw and heart felt. Love em both

[@donaldhowe6630]

The finest exhibition of Merle's vocal ability in existence! I listen and marvel...!

[@adamjones7393]

RIP ..Blaze Foley ,,the writer and original singer of this song ..Hats off to Merle

[@pamelaknowles1847]

There will never be another Merle Brilliant Artist Singer/Songwriter, Beautiful song and Voice,🎼🎸🎤🎼🎼❤

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello 👋 beautiful

[@garyt521]

Merle was a great singer/songwriter, but just in case you didn’t already know it, this song was written by Blaze Foley. It’s been said that Merle believed this was the best song ever written. I’d have to agree. Peace!

[@MariaMaria-oo3kj]

The song is of Blaze Foley!

[@kenbrown2084]

Written by the late Blaze Foley.A songwriter who lived and was murdered in Texas.

[@missross7758]

If I could only fly Oh my, RiP 💜 Beautiful Merle

[@declankent5074]

Hello Anita. Your comments are very interesting to view. Hope you're good?

[@taramartin1909]

Genius-they don't have songs like this anymore-Thank you Merl - you held me together when I lost my darling Grandpa & my Pa who brought this music into my life.

[@mindareinetels6047]

🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@juliabryuujant2916]

if I could only fly such a beautiful song.he never sang a bad song.the greatest singer of all.

[@robertlindsay2131]

your are so right R I P Merle

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@frankdulaney151]

my wife fell asleep 8 years ago if i could only fly i kiss this place good bye and go and fly away with her , i miss you dear

[@vernellmoss9456]

Best male voice, I've ever heard in my life. I know singing bc , I'm a Singer for Jesus .

[@murph5438]

One of the great songs sung by one of the great singers ----- so soulful so beautiful ----

[@margaretwilson1539]

I like when Merle looks around at the audience, as if to each and every one...true performer...respect to Merle from my heart.. 🎤🎸⭐

[@marymacka4801]

This song describes it perfectly....being a widow after 50 years there really isn't anywhere to run....I'll fly soon. Sad song but beautiful as only Merle could do it. Hope your resting in peace Merle.

[@williamrolls5162]

Hello friend, how're you doing today?

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@margaretwilson1539]

Sometimes I write happy songs, then some little thing goes wrong, I wish they all could make you smile........so nice!!!👍

[@patmosher245]

I’ve listened to this more times than I can count. It still hits me the same way as the first. Singing a story as only he can. Miss you Merle. RIP

[@peterdegroot6644]

Me too

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@TigerKing77]

Merle was definitely right it was one of the best damn country songs that had ever been written even to this day.

[@Camila_and_Daniel_Gaming]

He does this song all its justice as he did every song he sang. He is gone. But he remains.

[@stephenmurphy3599]

Some songs are just magical and this is one, absolute class and a nod to the man Blaze Foley 👏

[@stephenpayne9120]

Agony and heartbreak converted into the highest art. Stunning.

[@bobbyfredieu3569]

Thats one of the best songs i,ve ever heard Meral was a great song writer and singer he keep it country. Like George said who,s gona feel their shoe,s. No BODY will ever feel their SHOE,S. Were losing them one by one. Country is not Country any more not like it use to be. May God be with all the singers

[@teresamcclanahan5757]

I’ve Always Loved this song & Merle Haggard! 🎶♥️🎶 Thanks so much for sharing 😊

[@philipdonald7092]

Hello beautiful

[@williamsscott4359]

Hello beautiful lady h

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@williamsscott4359 ciao William!come stai?🙋😍😘❤️💋

[@DRIPMOSCATTO]

This song has always been a part of my soul. Just like I’m dying inside a litttle everyday. Like I’m slowly rotting from inside out. I’ve tried lord I’ve tried. Just keeps getting worse every day. I may not be here in the future BUT I was here 8/29/22 @11:01PMEST

[@ritataylor7831]

Sang from his heart, one of the all time best in country music, RIP Merle. Dearly missed, don't makem like this anymore.

[@cliffsimpson4154]

I love this song, he sang this at Louis Tally’s funeral. Louie & Merle done a lot of fishing together. Merle was on Tally records in his career, great friends. Rip Merle, still miss you ❤

[@dinosaurdanruby3456]

In the mid 1980's we went to a little dance hall in Oklahoma across the river from Fort Smith Ar and there on the stage stood Merle Haggard just a belting it out. My husband and I danced all evening and listening to Merle.

[@e-marketeers]

Awesome song!! I didn’t realized until years later that it was actually written by Blaze Foley. Great performance, nicely written song. Thank you Merle! Thank you Blaze!!

[@RonGibbs1]

I had the utmost pleasure of seeing him live one time. I wish it could have been more, but I will forever remember that special night up at Lake Tahoe, my elbows resting on the stage, and getting to see the sincerity with which he performed each and every song. RIP Merle.

[@velmafoust8667]

So beautiful, lost my best friend, fits me to a tee, my favorite song!! Love Merle, rest in peace!!🙏🌹💖

[@caseybear1949]

One of the best song writers and country singers of my generation. Praise the Lord for His gifts.

[@joykatalu2285]

Hallelujah! Amen!

[@royzee28]

As said, Merle didn't write this one but made a brilliant job of it!!

[@anndale8859]

I love to watch him sing. I only discovered him after his death. He will forever live on in his music.

[@tnturner1959]

Thank you Merle. Helped me get though a tough year. Bitter sweet listening to this song.

[@johnnylonewolf5474]

No worries mate you can Fly now You're an 'ANGEL', rest well Merle you are Missed!.

[@lloydgeorge2780]

I never really realized how GOD DAMNED GOOD HE WAS...

[@elizabethhughes5160]

MERLE Haggard Was A Brilliant Singer @Songwriter .lI PERSONALITY MISS MERLE. SO GLAD HE IS WITH OUR LORD @ THE ANGELS .RIP MERLE .GODBLESS YOU @ BONNIE HAGGARD .XXXXX

[@lloydgeorge2780]

Elizabeth, may I say, Beautifully written

[@curtriddle5441]

@@lloydgeorge2780 great

[@johndickerson6249]

Was just need in a dose of merle just lost my brother Byrle but I know u guys r up there giving mom a a whirle give her a spin for me tell her I'm on my way can't wait to see my baby boy again someday

[@elainemack1638]

My mom absolutely loved Merle Haggard, God rest her beautiful soul, & she passed that love down to me. This is such a beautiful song.

[@SuperOldrocker]

that is the way I feel right now..lost my wife in Nov 2015..and it is a sad but true song..god bless you Hag

[@feathermerchant2102]

+bob manning My sincere condolences.

[@yosofunnybunny4623]

Hope you are doing okay now Scot

[@CountryWilly]

Some people in this world simply cannot be replaced miss you Merle

[@pauliecopez2683]

He touches your emotions. Other music doesn't. Thats why I end up listening to Merle so much. This concert is one of my favorites ❤

[@williamrolls5162]

Hello friend, how're you doing today?

[@anelladambrosio2513]

Quanta armonia nella tua voce.... 😊🥰😍😇😇😇😇😇😇😇😇

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle Haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days.

[@anelladambrosio2513]

​@@larrybill2661ciao Larry!🙋😍😘💘🌅

[@markallen657]

I feel so fortunate I got to live listing to this.. God Bless

[@davidmarshall9765]

Beautiful song by one of the best country singers ever

[@umbertocantelli2688]

no one of the best.....THE BEST !!!!....

[@anelladambrosio2513]

@@umbertocantelli2688 unberto... Una delle piu belle! 🤔😊😍😘🎄

[@keithport6913]

Lovely song you will never get tired of listening this beautiful lyrics and arraigment

[@margaretwilson1539]

This one gets to your heart for sure. 💛🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@ivanstruiksma6369]

Merle, a beautiful song that only you could do. Nobody else could do this song like you.

[@richardbackstrom1748]

Great song and great guitar picking

[@claudettehood7753]

Is this song not just the most beautiful smooth song you have ever heard..oh l could just crawl in his voice and sleep...love you Meryl...

[@GRHCU]

A true story teller my friends!! This is what music should represent and indeed how it should sound..

[@johncoburn5170]

I lost my baby brother “”Tom”. And this song hits home,I miss him dearly

[@catherinefleming8254]

I like them all but i have to give it to merle there will never be anyone to fill his shoes i love the man and i love the music.

[@larrybill2661]

l agree with you, indeed Merle haggard is a great and talented artist who's songs never goes out of style,he's one of my favorites artist, he's songs still and always heals the Soul, I pray God gives you lot of beautiful days

[@bradfordsmith5942]

I love Ms. Bonnie's Beautiful Smile! She was so sweet, so very glad I got to meet her. 🌹

[@jadezee6316]

a remarkable song...no matter who sings it the pain of the writer is felt.....

[@Gratefulman1965]

You can thank Mr. Blaze foley for writing this song. In his sad short life he wrote some beautiful songs. Merle did a good job on this one!

[@pilgrim815]

IF I HAD BEEN GOD MERLE MIGHT HAVE LIVED FOREVER, HOW COULD HE MAKE ANOTHER VOICE LIKE THAT.

[@will4gzus]

There will never be another like the Hag

[@jameshoberg1609]

That man certainly knew how to make good music. His band is awesome.

[@1953airman]

I find it hard that no one has not been on this page to listen to merle sing in 7 years.

[@royzee28]

Oh, they have!

[@scottbarker21]

Beautiful song and lyrics sung by such a gifted singer.

[@rickeypoppell1642]

So sad. Another great legend is gone. Glad that I have lived to enjoy all them, these so-called stars of today can't and will never live up to yesterdays greats.

[@mikecox5176]

Few musicians transcend all tastes in music, however Merle found this unique ability in every song he performed. What an inspiration!

[@throughadifferentlens8661]

Merle has been helping me since I was 20 years old getting through the tough times in my life. I always find comfort in his amazing voice and his songs. I am so grateful that he lives on through his children. He is the ROCK of my life ♥️

[@mtnmusicfan]

He was the high water mark in CM... sadly, it will never be as good again... but what a tremendous legacy he has left for us. Thanks for all the great music Merle.

[@christophermenard9789]

Absolutely amazing, no country music today can even compare to this man. Miss you Merle, to bad never had the chance to see you in concert.

[@krissalouvae7513]

Thank you for the upload. This beautiful song means a lot to so many folks. I just found out how much in one instance and I just want to write this comment to dedicate me listening to it right now to Monte McClintick. He's been at home with Jesus now for a long time, but I didn't know until now this song has the place it does in his remembrance. 🙏💛🌟🙏

[@jimmaher2735]

Beautiful heart wrenching song suung by one of the best country singers ever rip merle Jim

[@jamesthompson5629]

One of the greatest sad songs ever. Even the violin solo sounds sad.

[@johnmackenzie8573]

This brings tears to my eyes every time. Magnificent by the Hag.

[@merlemiller2481]

Moon.

[@angelahamilton6030]

Definitely gonna add this one to my funeral songs one of these days.

[@williamrolls5162]

Hello friend, how're you doing today?

[@MikeWayson]

this here is what made him a legend, the emotion in his eyes is heartbreaking

[@marvinjames5141]

I will always miss this talent. Rest in peace Merl.

[@benvandolen3117]

Marvin James 9l

[@snookerjam]

wow what a truly wonderfull and perhaps underestimated song, haggard was for sure one of the top songwriters of this world.

[@debbiecooper432]

Merle was great, but this song was written by Blaze Foley,not Merle!

[@tacogillespie4561]

Now you can Fly Merle and we will all see u again one day. Thanks for your music. The balladeer for the working man. One of the greatest entertainers of my generation. Sing this one to Blaze tonight.