Remembering Waco's Billy Joe Shaver: 1939-2020

[@salortiz3528]

For those who are familiar with Billy Joe Shaver’s music you will know that he is one of the most underrated artist in the world. A man who wrote music for Waylon Jennings Willie Nelson and even Elvis Presley. It’s sad and pathetic how people don’t even know who this music legend is.

[@jasondavis5364]

I know who he is. Absolute Legend

[@daughtryshane1785]

Him and Jerry Jeff Walker were the only two people I’ve cried over losing. At 26 and forever stuck feeling out of place in an out of line generation, it gets more lonely when we lose folks like Billy. Proud to be Texan but blessed to be from waco where Billy lays.

[@gabekerr9641]

Billy Joe Shaver was ABSOLUTELY one of a kind one hell of a songwriter and lived his music It was all truth and soul God made one Billy Joe Shaver, and threw away the mold

[@michaelgreenbaum3257]

Yes he is gone but never forgotten May your journey be peaceful and fun .alll the bedt

[@michaelgreenbaum3257]

Hank is still looking straight at you Billy your in great company now boy I wish I could be there at the bar with Hank and you listening to your songs and your stories of your lived God bless Billy and old vocefus too.

[@torgnyfornstedt1804]

I love the songs by Billy Joe Shaver. I have his poetry in my mind, forever. Never forget the first lines in Old 5 "I have spent a lifetime, making up my mind to be, more than the measure of what I thought others could see...". A masterpiece.

[@HereIsRick]

My favorite singer/songwriter of all time. I was devastated to learn he passed away before I could see him live.

[@jerryfrederick6610]

Sorry you did get the chance to see our hero live on stage. I was fortunate enough to see him 5 times in small venues. I swear his cowboy boots never actually touched the ground when he walked. They seemed to be about two inches above it. His story telling and Texas cowboy wit would melt even the coldest heart. His honesty, toughness and True Love of GOD flowed from him. I consider myself a better person for having seen him, talked to him, shook his hand. He was a gift for all of us, I believe he has saved lives with his lyrics and story. Get his autobiography it is amazing and wild. He could say with ten words everybody else needed to use 25 to say. Take Care and God Bless

[@oldiron8858]

R.I.P BILLY JOE AND EDDIE SHAVER

[@redbird1957]

Gonna live forever now Billy Joe. You are with Eddy, Victory and the rest of your good friends! It was a true pleasure meeting you and getting to know you! I will cherish our memories forever. God loves you when you dance just don't hair lip anyone!!! When the Fallen Angels Fly!😢😢🙏🙏

[@kevinjones-zu1oq]

Billy Joe was my hero. The greatest writer in history and a very great singer. I loved the powerful honky tonk sound he and his power house trio created. He could rock it oh make it mild as well. His song '"try and try again" helped me get though a very depressed time in my life. "Hard working man" was played at a friend's funeral. His songs covered many subjects that many can relate to. He was one of a kind. I saw him only once and never got to meet him yet l still felt he was my friend. My all time favorite song of his is "tagged ol' truck. A true classic, but l liked all of them. RIP my friend and hero. "You've crossed the river at last. "

[@Bones6987]

A true friend you had when he called you friend and a true enemy if you deserved it One of America’s Most Genuine song writers and one of America’s greatest fan If you bad mouthed America or Texass as he called it sometimes Then I hope you packed a lunchbox Because you were gonna need it RIP old man You are definitely missed

[@joemcmillan2089]

One of a kind man. He couldn't catch a break but his music gave Waylon a huge break with Honky Tonk Heroes album. All but one song was written by BJS. RIP cowboy.

[@connergohlke3098]

Texas misses its wacko from waco,rest in peace billy,you were always seen wearing that great blue denim tux,and i hope you see your wife,son,waylon,johnny,along with others,and you wont have to walk eight miles of train track to see hank williams sing,and i hope that you can perform along side him,we miss you Billy Joe Shaver

[@mudflap3951]

Rest In Peace Billy Joe. You’re missed by so many. Even this hood ol boy out here in San Diego

[@terrancesingerling4940]

Thank you for the music Billy..We love you

[@danielcatoe1833]

Live forever Mr Travis say hi to Eddie for me save a place for me too

[@petesakes1985]

R.I.P ol Cowboy

[@therosarylady]

He's definitely gonna live forever. Rip wacko from waco...we love you.

[@beaverwithachainsaw]

We'll always love you Billy Joe!

[@XNTN808]

No parent should never have to bury their child especially from self-abuse.

[@davidstokes2780]

Rest in peace Billy Joe. One of my favorites. Your back with Eddy! Jam on brother!

[@dutchcowboy3665]

Another legend gone.

[@warrenburlingame1172]

Such a great loss. He was definitely a living legend

[@vikingprops]

God Bless Billy Joe Shaver

[@dongeorge4037]

More. You can't leave it there. More!

[@markbrooks8500]

Miss him each day , had some fun times with him and his Son too 😎✌❤

[@jacktodd3439]

God bless his soul.

[@johndeere8594]

One of a kind.

[@markbrooks8500]

Great songwriter

[@edwardmccue5982]

bless

[@gerriwalters1437]

Worked at hotel in Atl next to where Billy Joe recorded in the early days. The guy who owned the recording company asked if He could get a good rate for Billy Joe’s stay.. I got to know him, how himkblebecame friends

[@gerriwalters1437]

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[@gerriwalters1437]

I always made sure he had a complimentary room every time he came to the recoding studio. Like the song says He was always “Humble and Kind.

[@jerryfrederick6610]

God Bless you for helping take care of our American Treasure.

[@anthonygomez2267]

Oh yeah buddy,you the man!!!😁😭

[@RamblinWayn]

be safe wherever you are bro!

[@funcouple8484]

We were playing in a bar in Anniston Al one night when this guy walks in and started chatting with some friends. He was pretty drunk so we kinda figured he was talking shit when he said he was a guitar player. he asked to play but it was early in the night and as most players will admit...when someone asks to play you tend to disregard them or at least wait until after a set or two because we've all been there when you let someone up and it's pretty bad. Come to find out it was Billy Joe.

[@johnnyrocco]

I have also heard a story about Billy Joe showing up at a bar in Anniston, raising hell. The Gentlemen's Quarter or something like that, it was back in the 70's. It was said the bouncer had to run him off. Anyway, just a story going round.

[@annunacky4463]

Just now discovering him. Where have I been? An old soul goes to rest, but will return…

[@jpb1231000]

Shoulda been 3000 people there.... But it's probably how he liked it!

[@monty1691]

They don't make em like Billy Joe anymore