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Merle Haggard Became a Country Singer Because His First Dream Job Didn’t Work Out
In a throwback interview, Merle Haggard revealed that he became a country star after his original career plan fell through.
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The Love Song Merle Haggard Wrote for His Crush Dolly Parton, Then Sang to Her Over the Phone, “Always Wanting You”
"She’s the most charismatic human being alive," said Merle Haggard of Dolly Parton. "She’s Marilyn Monroe with a guitar.