Lyrics: I wish a buck was still silver It was back when the country was strong Back before Elvis, before Vietnam war came along Before the Beatles and yesterday When a man could still work and still would Is the best of the free life behind us now And are the good times really over for good? And are we rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell With no kinda chance for the flag or the liberty bell? Wish a Ford and a Chevy Would still last ten years like they should Is the best of the free life behind us now And are the good times really over for good? I wish coke was still cola And a joint was a bad place to be It was back before Nixon lied to us all on T.V Before microwave ovens when a girl could still cook, and still would Is the best of the free life behind us now Are the good times really over for good? Are we rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell With no kinda chance for the flag or the liberty bell Wish a Ford and a Chevy Would still last ten years like they should Is the best of the free life behind us now And are the good times really over for good? Stop rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell Stand up for the flag and let's all ring the liberty bell Let's make a Ford and a Chevy That would still last ten years like they should 'Cause the best of the free life is still yet to come And the good times ain't over for good
It’s fitting that this song is being covered by one of the last true living legends. I fear for my children, and the America they’ll be forced to live in if things don’t change. Sad days.
This song applies more today than ever. Our American is not the same when I was a little girl. I am now 82 and I’ve seen a great deal, some changes good but the good times are probably long gone.
You older folks are truly an inspiration for me. I try to listen to words like that always. But, I try not to worry and trust my God for many reasons; it says in the Bible not to be afraid.
Patty I so agree I'm 64... seen a lot better times I'm praying that it does get better here today ... It must get better people need to learn to be nice for to each other
Should be played on every radio station these days to knock some damn sense into people these days! Sad, sad times we live in now. I unfortunately believe the good times are really over for good judging by the path this country is going down.
Jeff George I totally agree, except we are in the throes of COVID-19, so what you have said now applies not only to our country but the whole world. Sad indeed.
I seen this man perform in Fl. and im not gonna lie,,this dude brought tears to my eyes,my 3yr old son sittin on my lap and looks back at me wiped my face n says daddy u ok!? ME:son ur watching a real LEGEND/REBEL!! one of the best nights of my life.
This song fits exactly what's going on today in our country if only Mr Merle Haggard would only known how bad it was going to get he thought it was bad when he wrote that song but it's horrible today and Hank you doing a wonderful job singing it my friend
With Merle's passing, the good times really are over for good now. Passing away on his birthday only adds to his mystique. R.I.P. Merle Haggard, you will be dearly missed!
Got to see him somewhere near Bouts 99. or 2000 at Rockefellers in Houston. There weren't seats .there were tables. We were the second table out from the stage Dead center, just don't get any better
I met him coming out of the Fox theater in Atlanta years ago, when Hank III was just a baby. I asked for a drumstick; he couldn't get me one, so he gave me his guitar pick.
Say what you want about HW jr. By not changing the lyrics it shows respect for Hag (RIP) and his poetic genius. I wish he would do a whole album/tour of Hag songs.
I don't care what anybody says, hank Jr is the best country singer of all time. he changed everything, added so much to the genre and he was blessed with a voice that is unmatched by all but a few. merle being one of the few.
Hank is so talented and good and he speaks the truth. He picked up a lot from his daddy in the short time he was with us. Bless you Hank. I sure wish I was lucky enough to see him in live concert. Love his voice, guitar playing, harmonica.....in the realm of the musical world there isn’t much good ol’ Hank Jr. doesn’t do.
I was lucky enough to see him in concert back in the late 80’s. What a treat that was. Near the end of the show Hank sat on a chair on stage, dismissed his band and did a segment of his daddy’s songs. He only had his guitar for accompaniment and it was the best part of the show. He is a very talented musician as well, he can make a guitar talk. Love you HW Jr. 💖😀
@1bls No it ain't! I see you said that a cpl yrs back. Any cause to rethink ? Mom of 3 sons (no girls)... one became MI at 28...I'm short of 80 and he's been living w. me for 7 yrs. Yup...I still work. Stuff happens...keep your powder dry son! All the Best!...
Thanks for the upload I listen to this while I walk on the treadmill gets me pumped up as wild as that sounds lol 😆 I have always loved Hank and he did this song of Merles great it rings more true today than any other time in our history here in America sad times for this country and it don't look like things will get turned around all I can say is God bless America let's all of us Americans stand up for the flag and ring that liberty bell.
Go on son sing it. Wonderful rendition of a great country song. Merle would have loved this. Hank Jr. One of the last outlaws. RIP Merle,Waylon,johnny. God bless Hank Jr,Willie,Billy Joe Shaver, kris Kristoferson.
I Have Always Loved Hank William's Jr. Voice! He is a Legend in his own Time! I just wish I could walk up to him and give him a big hug! he is an awesome musician!
You look just like your buddy Waylon. I love you and your daddy as well as your badass son. God certainly gave all you boys a gift straight from heaven. Thanks for all the memories Hank...
I know why, but still, why isn't this song over 250 million views by now? Got some garbage, good for nothing so called rap or whatever it is out there getting 50 million in a couple months. Maybe, and I'm just 36 years old, we all need to educate our younger generation on what real music sounds like. Get'em Hank Williams Jr.!
This Country shall not fall to Commuism. I have never been in the service. But I am Damn proud! For the people who have! The hero's are the ones laying in Arlington National Cemetery and graves all over the world! This is very true today as it was yesterday. Another song Merle wrote If you don't like it live it. Let my song be a warning to you. God Bless this Country. We will need it in 2020! The silent majority will rise up and vote in Trump for his 2nd term. If we don't stand together this country will Surely fall! Then we will get what we deserve! Keep America great! Shawn
I recently started to listen to Hank's music and I am still not able to get over his music but then I saw his vidoes and almost fell off my bed twice watching him performing him rock in Jackson!! And yes I can say that I have been in good harmony watching this man go at everything I have watched as of right now! This version of Merle Haggard song is the Rock!!! I love Mr.Hanky Panky as I call him. He is a great man that has earned the name Genious in my honest opinion!!!
Lyrics:
I wish a buck was still silver
It was back when the country was strong
Back before Elvis, before Vietnam war came along
Before the Beatles and yesterday
When a man could still work and still would
Is the best of the free life behind us now
And are the good times really over for good?
And are we rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell
With no kinda chance for the flag or the liberty bell?
Wish a Ford and a Chevy
Would still last ten years like they should
Is the best of the free life behind us now
And are the good times really over for good?
I wish coke was still cola
And a joint was a bad place to be
It was back before Nixon lied to us all on T.V
Before microwave ovens when a girl could still cook, and still would
Is the best of the free life behind us now
Are the good times really over for good?
Are we rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell
With no kinda chance for the flag or the liberty bell
Wish a Ford and a Chevy
Would still last ten years like they should
Is the best of the free life behind us now
And are the good times really over for good?
Stop rolling downhill like a snowball headed for hell
Stand up for the flag and let's all ring the liberty bell
Let's make a Ford and a Chevy
That would still last ten years like they should
'Cause the best of the free life is still yet to come
And the good times ain't over for good
He does the lyrics pretty clearly lol loves it !!!!!
Sadly yes
We can all hear the lyrics plainly no need to post them
I bet to each new generation , the older generations has felt this way ... just have faith and Everything will be Alright..
@@judybrsdbury3897 I Guess you're a country MUSIC lover?
It’s fitting that this song is being covered by one of the last true living legends. I fear for my children, and the America they’ll be forced to live in if things don’t change. Sad days.
No kidding there. Sad state of affairs
It's scary
instead of being sad about it, it's up to us to make the changes that need to be made. make them now Dammit!
@@TheDewey1962the time was 50 years ago. It is over. I’m moving.
Amen❤
THIS SONG carries more meaning to the people today (June,22) than it ever has before 🇺🇸
Soo true.
Bellissima canzone!anche la versione di Merle e meravigliosa...😊🤗😍😍😇😇💘💓💔🙏
it's 2023 and it's even more powerful now!
@@TheDive25 I totally agree with you Dude
@@TheDive25ciao amico! 🙋♀️😊💘
This song applies more today than ever. Our American is not the same when I was a little girl. I am now 82 and I’ve seen a great deal, some changes good but the good times are probably long gone.
Good times Ain’t over for good 😊
You older folks are truly an inspiration for me. I try to listen to words like that always. But, I try not to worry and trust my God for many reasons; it says in the Bible not to be afraid.
I'm 60 and you are exactly right
Patty I so agree I'm 64... seen a lot better times I'm praying that it does get better here today ... It must get better people need to learn to be nice for to each other
I agree miss
sounds like it was written for Spring 2020
the last verse is probably closest to the truth. 4:27 Please hunker down and prepare for the upswing.
Greg's Garage Will do.
Very true
No someone has to add a 2021 verse.
@@garybezner6774 Perhaps that will come true after Trump wins and the House flips Red.
You can tell a well written song when it's more relevant today than it was some 30 plus years ago when it was written
This world needs more people like Hank n Waylon
Absolutely.
STAND UP BEFORE THERE'S NOTHING TO STAND UP FOR. 🙏🏻🇺🇸🦅
I’m british, Love the USA! Can’t believe what’s happening over there! Good luck to the patriotic Americans!!
I’m 66 and tearing up. Thanks for sharing this.🇺🇸🍺✊
Should be played on every radio station these days to knock some damn sense into people these days! Sad, sad times we live in now. I unfortunately believe the good times are really over for good judging by the path this country is going down.
Jeff George it’s crazy brother.
ant that the dam truth
Mohawk radio grey 92.3 tyandenaga ontario canada.
Jeff George I totally agree, except we are in the throes of COVID-19, so what you have said now applies not only to our country but the whole world. Sad indeed.
Unfortunately we will probably have to kill people for this to happen
Merle's greatest song sung by the best ever. We need this in 2019.
Hell Yeah! Stand Up AMERICA!!
I love the way he rolls his word in throat or whatever when he sings 'Ooover for good'
Wait till you see 2020
@@tammyheadrick383 he is so vocally underrated it's criminal!
Amen
I seen this man perform in Fl. and im not gonna lie,,this dude brought tears to my eyes,my 3yr old son sittin on my lap and looks back at me wiped my face n says daddy u ok!? ME:son ur watching a real LEGEND/REBEL!! one of the best nights of my life.
Forsure much love
Dude i cried too
Thank you for taking the time to even write this. Appreciated.
Bone Chilling!! Love It!! Hank Jr is the best country music singer songwriter and entertainer of all time hands down!!
Hello how’re you doing
We lost Jerry Lee so let's start a GoFundMe so Hank lives forever. My heart couldn't bear losing another real legend
Everyone dies...
You'll never get out of this world alive...
There isn't a wannabe in Nashville today with 1/3 the talent of this man.
What a thundering voice, one of the greats.
I agree with that
Migliore strumento musicale la tua voce... 😊😊😍😍😘😘🎶🎸🎶💘❤️💋💯💯🍀🌅
This song fits exactly what's going on today in our country if only Mr Merle Haggard would only known how bad it was going to get he thought it was bad when he wrote that song but it's horrible today and Hank you doing a wonderful job singing it my friend
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With Merle's passing, the good times really are over for good now. Passing away on his birthday only adds to his mystique. R.I.P. Merle Haggard, you will be dearly missed!
rarden73 there's Marty, Noel, and Ben haggard
rarden73 g7c3
I did not know he passed on his birthday. You are right he will be sorely missed. How can a Country be threaten with blood lines like this , it can't!
Got to see him somewhere near Bouts 99. or 2000 at Rockefellers in Houston. There weren't seats
.there were tables. We were the second table out from the stage
Dead center, just don't get any better
@@benbricker890 Ben is gonna be a star for sure. I saw him play with Merle at a few shows
This songs never been more true than now in 2023 our flag will prevail
I'm a huge fan of HANK WILLIAMS JR And Merle Haggard
One thing's for sure. When Hank Jr takes the stage you never know for sure what you're going to get.
what i wouldn't give to have this country back like hes talking
THATS ONE BAD ASS PERFORMANCE HANK WILLIAMS JR
He's 66 and still rolling. my favorite country singer.
+Paul Dickey wow 66? one heck of voice for his age
Amen
Good bye babe see you in a better place.i sure can't wait till I see your pretty face again.
PRESS ON.
I met him coming out of the Fox theater in Atlanta years ago, when Hank III was just a baby. I asked for a drumstick; he couldn't get me one, so he gave me his guitar pick.
Just Hank and a guitar paying tribute to a fellow country friend
Say what you want about HW jr. By not changing the lyrics it shows respect for Hag (RIP) and his poetic genius. I wish he would do a whole album/tour of Hag songs.
DAMMIT ! Bocephus coverin' The Hag ! Pass me a Budweiser and a shot of Jack !
@Andy Burkhart coors & Jim beam
A beer and a shot either way. To each his own.
Cut me a line of snow and a mason jar a shine
Merle Haggard wrote and sung this song first. This song is definitely needed today with all the jobs open that nobody wants to work at these days.
THIS SONG SEEMS AS IF NOW, JULY 2020. THANKS HANK FOR SINGING ABOUT OUR FLAG, COUNTRY. "STOP ROLLING DOWN HILL".
❤️👍🏻
Same with October ‘21
2/2022 I wish too
I don't care what anybody says, hank Jr is the best country singer of all time. he changed everything, added so much to the genre and he was blessed with a voice that is unmatched by all but a few. merle being one of the few.
Eric Christian u said it cuz
I do agree, he is the greatest!
You notice how he dropped tune right in the middle of his next chord structure ? Badass ! He is still my fave after all these years !!
and not many can have their voice do what Hank pulls off whenever he sees a need. He's an incredible walking talent, Man-perfected what God-gifted!
Hank is so talented and good and he speaks the truth. He picked up a lot from his daddy in the short time he was with us. Bless you Hank. I sure wish I was lucky enough to see him in live concert. Love his voice, guitar playing, harmonica.....in the realm of the musical world there isn’t much good ol’ Hank Jr. doesn’t do.
I was lucky enough to see him in concert back in the late 80’s. What a treat that was. Near the end of the show Hank sat on a chair on stage, dismissed his band and did a segment of his daddy’s songs. He only had his guitar for accompaniment and it was the best part of the show. He is a very talented musician as well, he can make a guitar talk. Love you HW Jr. 💖😀
Hank, so sorry for the lost of your daughter praying for you&your family.
I Am So Sorry Hank.
Yes I think they are over for good painfully
I sang this song to my two sons when they were toddlers. They grew up to be Merle fans. They are 18 and 17 now. A Father’s job is done.
@1bls
No it ain't!
I see you said that a cpl yrs back.
Any cause to rethink ?
Mom of 3 sons (no girls)...
one became MI at 28...I'm short of 80 and he's been living w. me for 7 yrs. Yup...I still work.
Stuff happens...keep your powder dry son!
All the Best!...
@@daisydriver5877 you have a good point lol. Never over apparently.
Wow! Still love Hank! He called it like it is these days! Miss the good times!🇺🇸
Actually Merle haggard called it
@@johndaniels1356 yes your right, also liked Hanks live version of that song👍
Stand up for the Flag ! 🇺🇸👍
Kneel for the Falling.....
*Amen*
Stand up for the Confederate Star and Bars as well.
🇨🇦 🇨🇦 amen 👍🏻
Yes sir👍👍👍👍👍
Great song .... one of Merle's best. HWJ does a great job ... a little too slow, but his voice is great on it.
Great job Hank Williams Jr. I love your voice.
Yes they are!!!!! So much meaning in Merle’s song!
This is an instant classic cover of haggard by jr. Its an ENCORE to say the least🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
You can hear his dad in his voice... The whole world called him Hank... Can you make people feel what you feel inside? Hank did...
Yes you can especially when he elongates the words
Love Mr HankWilliams Jr. ❤❤❤God Bless him.He one of the best
Rest in Peace America. It's gone in 2020.…..
Thanks for the upload I listen to this while I walk on the treadmill gets me pumped up as wild as that sounds lol 😆 I have always loved Hank and he did this song of Merles great it rings more true today than any other time in our history here in America sad times for this country and it don't look like things will get turned around all I can say is God bless America let's all of us Americans stand up for the flag and ring that liberty bell.
This song says it all I remember when people had respect and treated each other good now everyone is in for themselves and in too much of a hurry
Damn Bocephus, you make my heart proud.
$100 bucks says that GAC didn’t expect this. HWJ makes his own rules and you’ve got to love it
Very well put
you look like a city girl
Amen
This is what you city people and money done to us. You took country from us. Bet your life away
Monica, you are hot
His singing is pretty tuned in for this performance
Hello how’re you doing
A man that speaks the truth
Powerful performance buy yes unfortunately the good times are over for good
Dang!! Chill Bumps and makes you love Hank Jr, Merle and the US even more!!
Hello how’re you doing
This song hits Hard!
How true this song is amazes me. Great song, love both Merle and Hank Jr, both versions are amazing. This song really speaks a million words.
Wish Hank can like his post ,loveall Love Hank !!
Go on son sing it. Wonderful rendition of a great country song. Merle would have loved this. Hank Jr. One of the last outlaws. RIP Merle,Waylon,johnny. God bless Hank Jr,Willie,Billy Joe Shaver, kris Kristoferson.
best version, to me.
Very well done Hank. Fan since the '70's.
A great song for what's going on in our country right now with covid, and riots.
Our country needs to stand strong today..
I Have Always Loved Hank William's Jr. Voice! He is a Legend in his own Time! I just wish I could walk up to him and give him a big hug! he is an awesome musician!
One of the best! A legend💘💘don’t like hank? U don’t understand music . Grew up on this stuff
He sure is I've seen hank several times what a guy .
I totally agree!
Hello how’re you doing
We need this song in 2019!
You're right this comes from the heart.
@Rebecca Martinez most of us still do.
You look just like your buddy Waylon.
I love you and your daddy as well as your badass son.
God certainly gave all you boys a gift straight from heaven.
Thanks for all the memories Hank...
Thanks, Hank, for this incredible tribute to Merle! But listening, today in December 2020... still so darned relevant!
This show's a little bit of how much talent that he really has. A fantastic cover!!!
Thank you Jr....Miss you Merle..... one of my favorite songs....If anyone Sings a Merle Song its you Jr....
yes hanks awesome
One of my all time favorite songs too! I agree, I Miss Merle and if anyone can sing his vocals good enough it is Hank Jr.
totally agree, probably the only man could come close.
the croud is killing me, to quiet
wow...
Great rendition of The great Merle Haggard
He has my vote for President
You are a Fucken absolute legend hank. As long as I can listen to you on UA-cam the good times ain’t over. Love you brother.
Good song for this days and times All we can do is pray he still answers
Keep the music flowing
Thank's Hank Jr. Merle would be proud. We love you Brother Thanks for your music & all the Memories. God Bless Brother!!!!!!
Larry Reeves
USMC NAM VET
Miss all the true country singers like the hag Johnny pasty and of course hank
Merle Haggard would be proud
He is absolutely PROUD!
If this shit don't make you cry, your not human, Hank and Merle were best friends, awesome shit!!! Yeah!
Hank’s Never done better!! In all his ...... NEVER NO BETTER!!!
I know why, but still, why isn't this song over 250 million views by now? Got some garbage, good for nothing so called rap or whatever it is out there getting 50 million in a couple months. Maybe, and I'm just 36 years old, we all need to educate our younger generation on what real music sounds like. Get'em Hank Williams Jr.!
My favorite Merle song. Thanks Hank.
Great country classic song and great voice
Legend Marlie Haggard song beautifully rendered . Regards .
Hank Williams jr fan club member since 1988 before I knew what Whiskey Bent and Hell bound meant
since 1981 for me,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, best ever
Hahaha me too!
Greatest comment ever.
Hard core. 👍
Ha 83 for me 1800 -for- hank
Thank you Hank we better listen
This is just such a GREAT damn version of this legendary song!!
Amo questa canzone! Grandissima performance! Bravissimo! Che voce!! 🥰👨❤️💋👨🤗😍😘🎶🎸🎶💘❤️💋💯💯💯
Hello anelka
How're you doing?
Thanks for all your love and support, also for being an amazing fan.
It's nice meeting you here❤
@@hankwilliamsjr3028non smetterò mai di ascoltarti...ti amo...😍😊🤗😘💘💓💋
Damn fine work JR!! 👍 in honor of one of the best ever!!!👍
This Country shall not fall to Commuism. I have never been in the service. But I am Damn proud! For the people who have! The hero's are the ones laying in Arlington National Cemetery and graves all over the world! This is very true today as it was yesterday. Another song Merle wrote If you don't like it live it. Let my song be a warning to you. God Bless this Country. We will need it in 2020! The silent majority will rise up and vote in Trump for his 2nd term. If we don't stand together this country will Surely fall! Then we will get what we deserve! Keep America great! Shawn
Seen Hank jr in concert on August 30th 2019 one hell of a great concert
Bocephus....best country music entertainer who ever lived.
I agree
I see you everywhere. We must like the same stuff
Um i like hank jr but im not sure he is best . Mabey best still living he aint his daddy or george jones . Two legends no will ever fill there shoes
Grand funk railroad
Hank jr
This is so so so good !!! Amazing Hank jr.
You still got it Hank my family and i lesson to you everyday, love you Hank.
I recently started to listen to Hank's music and I am still not able to get over his music but then I saw his vidoes and almost fell off my bed twice watching him performing him rock in Jackson!! And yes I can say that I have been in good harmony watching this man go at everything I have watched as of right now! This version of Merle Haggard song is the Rock!!! I love Mr.Hanky Panky as I call him. He is a great man that has earned the name Genious in my honest opinion!!!
You can hear his dad in his voice... The whole world called him Hank... Can you make people feel what you feel inside? Hank did...
U just have to Love Hank he still kicks ass and as long as he can talk he always will Hell to the Chief I love you Hank ur the man Hell yeah love it
I feel bad for anyone else who performed on this show! How in the hell do you compete with this?
sure do miss you Merle but your buddy Hank nailed it
Ricky Keaton Bocefus da man!!!
When he wants to be....he is the best the music industry has ever seen! He can and has done it all! He writes them, sings them and plays them!!!
🌷I love Hank Williams with this song.I think he is as as good as his Dad.♥️🎸🎶😇
Best man of all times. Need him for 2019 & 2020 to keep up with his new album of songs
This might of been 4 Years Ago, However, still has it Goin on. ☹️
So Many PRAYERS, FOR THIS PRECIOUS FAMILY . 💛🙏💛
The most beautiful voice i have ever heard!!!😊 speaking the the truth and our opinions!
Hank needs to be the southern president
Yes David
That would be awesome Hank for president 👍🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 Stand up Americans fly your flag&stand up&be PROUD. Rebel Chick in south western Virginia.