The Rise Of Merle Haggard…
It was not a smooth beginning for Haggard’s musical career. His very first record with Tally Records entitled “Singing My Heart Out” was a whole flat. Despite Haggard’s wanting to pursue his career, he kept chasing his dreams.
He asked for a consent to record “Sing A Sad Song” which was, astonishingly, became a huge hit in 1964. The following year, he recorded “My Friends Are Gonna Be Strangers” written by Liz Anderson, the mother of country singer Lynn Anderson. This made Haggard’s career skyrocket.
In 1966, Merle Haggard recorded “I’m A Lonesome Fugitive” also written by Liz Anderson and Casey Anderson. The song was his very first No.1 single on the country charts.
At that time where his career was skyrocketing, there was one thing that was bothering Haggard. It was his pasts, the things he had done. He was worried that it would affect his career. But God is great, and it didn’t; instead, he was loved by millions of people all over the globe. His love petrified his evil deeds to music and country music enthusiasts.
People were just so passionate about Merle Haggard. They forgot what was in the past and embraced what Merle Haggard has to offer. Above all, Merle Haggard is still in our hearts no matter what happens.