Merle Haggard, born on April 6, 1937, in Oildale, California, was a significant figure in country music, recognized for his role in shaping the Bakersfield sound. Throughout his career, he achieved remarkable success, with 38 number-one hits on the US country charts. Some of his most notable songs include "Okie From Muskogee," "Mama Tried," and "I'm a Lonesome Fugitive," which showcased his storytelling ability and resonated with many fans. Haggard's contributions to music were acknowledged with a Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award in 2006, and he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1994. His life took a dramatic turn when he received a full pardon from California governor Ronald Reagan in 1972, a testament to his journey and resilience. Sadly, Haggard passed away on April 6, 2016, coinciding with his 79th birthday, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of country music.
Studio albums
Strangers - 1965
Merle Haggard's Christmas Present (Something Old, Something New) - 1973
Ramblin' Fever - 1977
My Farewell to Elvis - 1977
I'm Always on a Mountain When I Fall - 1978
Serving 190 Proof - 1979
The Way I Am - 1980
Back to the Barrooms - 1980
Songs for the Mama That Tried - 1981
Big City - 1981
Going Where the Lonely Go - 1982
Goin' Home for Christmas - 1982
That's the Way Love Goes - 1983
It's All in the Game - 1984
Kern River - 1985
A Friend in California - 1986
Out Among the Stars - 1986
Chill Factor - 1987
5:01 Blues - 1989
Blue Jungle - 1990
Top tracks:Okie from Muskogee,
Mama Tried,
I'm a Lonesome Fugitive,
Sing Me Back Home
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