Merle Haggard - If I Could Fly Away

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  • @davidjones1858
    @davidjones1858 7 місяців тому +33

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

    • @gregday9943
      @gregday9943 7 місяців тому +5

      Agree but merle didnt write this

    • @RogerSmith-kh4rz
      @RogerSmith-kh4rz 7 місяців тому +8

      Blaze

    • @IisDeeps
      @IisDeeps 7 місяців тому +8

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

    • @PETERRUGGIERI
      @PETERRUGGIERI 5 місяців тому

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  • @davidetcheverry944
    @davidetcheverry944 9 місяців тому +4

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

  • @packratbuggs6853
    @packratbuggs6853 3 роки тому +328

    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
      @karenenderle532 3 роки тому +13

      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
      @annagromlowicz3276 2 роки тому +5

      @@karenenderle532 i

    • @annagromlowicz3276
      @annagromlowicz3276 2 роки тому +6

      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
      @eddieswewney2496 2 роки тому +6

      Prayers from Ireland ❤️

    • @jameslawrence7411
      @jameslawrence7411 2 роки тому +5

      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

  • @billie877
    @billie877 Рік тому +55

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

  • @clarence5400
    @clarence5400 Рік тому +11

    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 !!

  • @mikevallen999
    @mikevallen999 Рік тому +26

    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
      @junekvamme9862 26 днів тому +2

      Song was written by Blaze Foley. Great song!

  • @benjaminkemp7233
    @benjaminkemp7233 2 роки тому +88

    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
      @chipmcdowell7043 2 роки тому +6

      Blaze Foley

    • @mindareinetels6047
      @mindareinetels6047 2 роки тому +4

      So so true!!!!!💘

    • @akbalchauhan8631
      @akbalchauhan8631 2 роки тому +2

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

    • @bonniechops1
      @bonniechops1 3 місяці тому +1

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

    • @jameslevi1243
      @jameslevi1243 Місяць тому +1

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

  • @tammywells2061
    @tammywells2061 Рік тому +49

    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
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +4

      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
      @taniastewart2999 10 місяців тому +1

      My heart goes out to you and your dad.

    • @utube012341
      @utube012341 7 місяців тому +1

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

    • @pennybenton5607
      @pennybenton5607 7 місяців тому +3

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

    • @tammywells2061
      @tammywells2061 7 місяців тому +1

      @@pennybenton5607 God bless your family

  • @IanRob2011
    @IanRob2011 2 роки тому +84

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

  • @anelladambrosio2513
    @anelladambrosio2513 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @virginiacampbell
    @virginiacampbell 2 роки тому +52

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

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +2

      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.

  • @PRAISE753
    @PRAISE753 3 місяці тому +21

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

  • @robertmclain5306
    @robertmclain5306 Рік тому +3

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

  • @veravajr
    @veravajr Рік тому +22

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

  • @williamnorrey5528
    @williamnorrey5528 Рік тому +37

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

  • @projectmoon13
    @projectmoon13 3 роки тому +69

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

    • @stevethomas4486
      @stevethomas4486 3 роки тому +5

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

    • @royzee28
      @royzee28 4 місяці тому +1

      @@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
    @joannahalaby3975 5 років тому +77

    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.

  • @julieadam7425
    @julieadam7425 Рік тому +33

    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
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +2

      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
      @dennisshane869 10 місяців тому

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

    • @kevincole2011
      @kevincole2011 6 місяців тому

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

  • @allanhallmark7361
    @allanhallmark7361 Рік тому +5

    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.

  • @toddshrewsbury204
    @toddshrewsbury204 Рік тому +12

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

    • @carloscruik9687
      @carloscruik9687 7 місяців тому +1

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

  • @bszwed
    @bszwed 9 років тому +12

    Nobody sings it better than Merle.

  • @peterj.martin8824
    @peterj.martin8824 9 років тому +10

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

  • @chuckeley5641
    @chuckeley5641 4 роки тому +70

    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
      @jimrodigher6759 3 роки тому +1

      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
      @TexasSapphires 3 роки тому +11

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

    • @emorrison4669
      @emorrison4669 3 роки тому +1

      @@jimrodigher6759 what a beautiful song

    • @johntheball
      @johntheball 3 роки тому +4

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

    • @timmills5496
      @timmills5496 3 роки тому

      100%

  • @TigerKing77
    @TigerKing77 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @teresamcclanahan5757
    @teresamcclanahan5757 4 роки тому +8

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

  • @caseybear1949
    @caseybear1949 4 роки тому +5

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

    • @joykatalu2285
      @joykatalu2285 4 роки тому +1

      Hallelujah! Amen!

    • @royzee28
      @royzee28 4 роки тому +3

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

  • @gerardclarke1664
    @gerardclarke1664 Рік тому +20

    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. 🎤👏

  • @alastairclunie7232
    @alastairclunie7232 3 роки тому +44

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

  • @stephenmurphy3599
    @stephenmurphy3599 3 місяці тому +4

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

  • @pamelaknowles1847
    @pamelaknowles1847 5 років тому +16

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

    • @philipdonald7092
      @philipdonald7092 3 роки тому +2

      Hello 👋 beautiful

    • @garyt521
      @garyt521 2 роки тому +2

      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
      @MariaMaria-oo3kj Рік тому +1

      The song is of Blaze Foley!

  • @melvindorsey8190
    @melvindorsey8190 8 років тому +274

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

    • @timothyhuff448
      @timothyhuff448 7 років тому +6

      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
      @Steve-zr3lo 6 років тому +11

      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
      @TK-ul7mr 6 років тому +9

      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
      @pattivanlandingham2951 5 років тому +21

      Written by the great songwriter Blaze Foley

    • @thomasmckelvey1911
      @thomasmckelvey1911 5 років тому +8

      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

  • @magdalenemcclendon8487
    @magdalenemcclendon8487 8 років тому +157

    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.

  • @LambertIsGod58
    @LambertIsGod58 8 років тому +35

    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
      @chipmcdowell7043 2 роки тому +6

      Blaze Foley

    • @romildapowell6349
      @romildapowell6349 2 роки тому +1

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

    • @Vladie1987
      @Vladie1987 Рік тому +1

      Same here

    • @johneasler9967
      @johneasler9967 Рік тому +2

      Blaze wrote it, but Merle made it his own

    • @robertbishop5868
      @robertbishop5868 Рік тому +1

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

  • @cliffsimpson4154
    @cliffsimpson4154 Рік тому +2

    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 ❤

  • @mouseman6942
    @mouseman6942 6 років тому +19

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

  • @bradfordsmith5942
    @bradfordsmith5942 3 роки тому +2

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

  • @margaretwilson1539
    @margaretwilson1539 11 місяців тому +4

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

  • @bobbyfredieu3569
    @bobbyfredieu3569 2 роки тому +2

    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

  • @missross7758
    @missross7758 3 роки тому +9

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

    • @declankent5074
      @declankent5074 3 роки тому

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

  • @tnturner1959
    @tnturner1959 Рік тому +4

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

  • @dinosaurdanruby3456
    @dinosaurdanruby3456 3 роки тому +5

    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.

  • @ursulagrimshaw4303
    @ursulagrimshaw4303 3 роки тому +10

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

  • @taramartin1909
    @taramartin1909 4 роки тому +13

    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.

  • @throughadifferentlens8661
    @throughadifferentlens8661 8 місяців тому

    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 ♥️

  • @catherinefleming8254
    @catherinefleming8254 Рік тому +3

    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
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +1

      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
    @margaretwilson1539 10 місяців тому +2

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

  • @pauliecopez2683
    @pauliecopez2683 3 роки тому +8

    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
      @williamrolls5162 3 роки тому +1

      Hello friend, how're you doing today?

    • @anelladambrosio2513
      @anelladambrosio2513 Рік тому +1

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

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +2

      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
      @anelladambrosio2513 Рік тому

      ​@@larrybill2661ciao Larry!🙋😍😘💘🌅

  • @janelleklintworth5637
    @janelleklintworth5637 2 роки тому +1

    What a beautiful song...love it! Makes me sad to listen. Janelle in Houston

  • @TigerKing77
    @TigerKing77 2 роки тому +8

    Merle Haggard a friend to the common Man.

  • @DRIPMOSCATTO
    @DRIPMOSCATTO 2 роки тому +2

    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

  • @mtnmusicfan
    @mtnmusicfan 8 років тому +3

    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.

  • @JanelleKlintworth
    @JanelleKlintworth Рік тому +1

    What a great song by a wonderful man! Merle was the BEST! Janelle in Houston

  • @adamjones7393
    @adamjones7393 6 років тому +9

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

  • @claudettehood7753
    @claudettehood7753 Рік тому +1

    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...

  • @snookerjam
    @snookerjam 7 років тому +4

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

    • @debbiecooper432
      @debbiecooper432 3 роки тому +1

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

  • @Lizard_Bleed
    @Lizard_Bleed 8 днів тому

    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

  • @juliabryuujant2916
    @juliabryuujant2916 8 років тому +18

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

    • @robertlindsay2131
      @robertlindsay2131 8 років тому +2

      your are so right R I P Merle

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому

      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.

  • @jamesthompson5629
    @jamesthompson5629 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @ivanstruiksma6369
    @ivanstruiksma6369 3 роки тому +6

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

  • @murph5438
    @murph5438 11 років тому +31

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

  • @vernellmoss9456
    @vernellmoss9456 4 роки тому +6

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

  • @judithboucher2902
    @judithboucher2902 2 роки тому +8

    I LISTEN TO ALL HIS SONGS I LOVE THIS ONE SO MUCH.I FIND IT'S SAD BUT VERY GOOD💖💖🤝🤝🙏🙏🙏

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому

      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
    @margaretwilson1539 Рік тому +5

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

  • @jadezee6316
    @jadezee6316 3 роки тому +3

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

  • @stephenpayne9120
    @stephenpayne9120 2 роки тому +10

    Agony and heartbreak converted into the highest art. Stunning.

  • @kenbrown2084
    @kenbrown2084 3 роки тому +9

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

  • @RonGibbs1
    @RonGibbs1 8 років тому +12

    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
      @velmafoust8667 3 роки тому

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

  • @davidmarshall9765
    @davidmarshall9765 2 роки тому +4

    Beautiful song by one of the best country singers ever

    • @umbertocantelli2688
      @umbertocantelli2688 2 роки тому

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

    • @anelladambrosio2513
      @anelladambrosio2513 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @patmosher245
    @patmosher245 5 років тому +28

    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
      @peterdegroot6644 5 років тому +1

      Me too

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому +2

      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.

  • @kylejones1820
    @kylejones1820 8 років тому

    If we could only fly we would see a GREAT concert with Merle, Buck, Lefty, Johnny, and many more.....Are the good times really over for good?
    God Bless Ya Merle!

  • @e-marketeers
    @e-marketeers 2 роки тому +7

    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!!

  • @paulhanlin6063
    @paulhanlin6063 9 років тому +5

    I have been listening to Merle Haggard since I was a boy I have most of his recordings he's been with me all over the country met him one time in Lavergne Tennessee he's a great guy but this recording is something really to be proud of I wonder if he knows how many people he has really touched with this song great job you've knocked it right of the park.

  • @elainemack1638
    @elainemack1638 5 років тому +6

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

  • @Gratefulman1965
    @Gratefulman1965 2 роки тому +2

    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!

  • @jameshoberg1609
    @jameshoberg1609 3 роки тому +7

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

  • @scottbarker21
    @scottbarker21 2 роки тому +8

    Beautiful song and lyrics sung by such a gifted singer.

  • @vooshiningstone3761
    @vooshiningstone3761 5 років тому +8

    love this song so much!!!thank you Blaze Foley and Merle Haggard!

  • @krissalouvae7513
    @krissalouvae7513 2 роки тому +6

    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
      @jimmaher2735 Рік тому +1

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

  • @GRHCU
    @GRHCU 3 роки тому +11

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

  • @veldalowery
    @veldalowery 4 роки тому +1

    Dangit...I miss you sweet Merle... You're such a part of my small town Louisiana legacies... Fly beautiful man

    • @philipdonald7092
      @philipdonald7092 3 роки тому

      Hello beautiful lady how are you doing

    • @williamsscott4359
      @williamsscott4359 3 роки тому

      Hello beautiful lady how are you

    • @declankent5074
      @declankent5074 3 роки тому

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

  • @ritataylor7831
    @ritataylor7831 3 роки тому +10

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

  • @marymacka4801
    @marymacka4801 5 років тому +20

    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
      @williamrolls5162 3 роки тому

      Hello friend, how're you doing today?

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому

      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.

  • @richardbackstrom1748
    @richardbackstrom1748 Рік тому +4

    Great song and great guitar picking

  • @ladyknighhawk
    @ladyknighhawk 4 роки тому +3

    Merle Haggard One of the Worlds Greatest Country Singers around.. There are times I can hear him Singing from Heaven with the Angels.. 😇💖

  • @markallen657
    @markallen657 8 років тому +13

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

  • @pamelamitton8830
    @pamelamitton8830 2 роки тому +3

    What a beautiful song beautifully sung by Merle ..I play it constantly as it touches my heart like none other

    • @larrybill2661
      @larrybill2661 Рік тому

      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.

  • @genet8397
    @genet8397 5 років тому +34

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

    • @markhanson2116
      @markhanson2116 2 роки тому +3

      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...

  • @johndavies2285
    @johndavies2285 Рік тому +1

    Just dismal thinking on dismal days.
    And sad songs for us to bear.
    What great lyrics.

  • @missross7758
    @missross7758 3 роки тому +7

    If I could only Fly.
    The mighty Merle Haggard 💜rip💜

  • @velmafoust8667
    @velmafoust8667 3 роки тому +6

    My favorite at this time, lost my friend, this fits my feelings completely, Mere is the best,!!👌🙏💕😢

    • @haroldbass6749
      @haroldbass6749 2 роки тому +2

      I lost my little brother to brain cancer when he was 37 years old i listen to this song every day and he passed 12 years ago. We were best friends and brother.

  • @CountryWilly
    @CountryWilly 3 роки тому +10

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

  • @davidwebb4683
    @davidwebb4683 Місяць тому

    I just now listen to this song again by Merle Haggard and there is no other beautiful voice is Merle Haggard

  • @anndale8859
    @anndale8859 Рік тому +6

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

  • @borismerculief5998
    @borismerculief5998 Місяць тому

    This song reminds me of home St.George Island Alaska!! Where the wind blows forever!! This Island is always full of life !!

  • @keithport6913
    @keithport6913 3 роки тому +12

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

  • @roybarwick3452
    @roybarwick3452 3 роки тому +3

    One of the best country singers ever,even though most of his song's were sad.

  • @johnmackenzie8573
    @johnmackenzie8573 4 роки тому +13

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

  • @Robert-tm4yj
    @Robert-tm4yj 2 роки тому +1

    Our love 💕 for someone! They never leave us alone! They just fly away from us!❤️😪

  • @doylewilliamson2794
    @doylewilliamson2794 Рік тому +3

    No one will ever sing this song any better.

    • @forbidden_knowledge9691
      @forbidden_knowledge9691 10 місяців тому +1

      Blaze Foley did

    • @gcvincent3989
      @gcvincent3989 10 місяців тому

      @@forbidden_knowledge9691Blaze sure did.

    • @MizzouRah78
      @MizzouRah78 7 місяців тому

      ​@@forbidden_knowledge9691
      WHAT!? You can't be serious...

  • @moniquecourchesne913
    @moniquecourchesne913 11 місяців тому +1

    I WONDER IF HE STILL SIGNING UP THERE HOPE SO
    BECAUSE I NEVER HAD A CHANCE TO SEE HIIM LIVE
    FLY WITH YOU HAG 🦋🇨🇦