Willie Nelson – It’s Hard to Be Humble
Introduction While Willie Nelson’s rendition of “It’s Hard to Be Humble” might sound like a signature tune for the legendary musician, the song’s origins lie with another Texas artist, Mac…
Introduction While Willie Nelson’s rendition of “It’s Hard to Be Humble” might sound like a signature tune for the legendary musician, the song’s origins lie with another Texas artist, Mac…
Introduction Willie Nelson’s “Hello Walls” is a country ballad tinged with loneliness and despair. While it became a signature song for Nelson himself, the path to fame for the song…
Introduction While forever linked to Willie Nelson’s smooth vocals and melancholic guitar on his 1975 album “Red Headed Stranger,” “Blue Eyes Crying In The Rain” boasts a rich history predating…
Introduction While Willie Nelson’s smooth, melancholic rendition of “Always On My Mind” became a country staple in the early 80s, the song’s journey began much earlier. Songwriters Gwen, Audrey, and…
Introduction “Seven Spanish Angels,” though recorded by Willie Nelson, wasn’t originally his song. Songwriters Troy Seals and Eddie Setser crafted the ballad in 1984, drawing inspiration from the Tejano classics…
Introduction “When Somebody Loves You,” a song synonymous with enduring love and unwavering support, became an instant classic when country music icon Alan Jackson released it in 2001. This heartfelt…
Introduction Released in 2021, “Where Have You Gone” by Alan Jackson isn’t just a song, it’s a heartfelt tribute and a lament. While the opening verses might lead you to…
Introduction Released in May 2021, “Things That Matter” by country music legend Alan Jackson arrived as part of his album “Where Have You Gone.” The song, a poignant reflection on…
Introduction Few songs capture the spirit of the traveling musician quite like Willie Nelson’s “On The Road Again.” This instantly recognizable tune wasn’t born on a tour bus, however. In…
Introduction Alan Jackson’s “Back” isn’t just a song, it’s a playful tribute to the very essence of country music. Born from a lighthearted moment with his children, the song unexpectedly…