Merle Haggard’s “Mama Tried” is a certified ... For the most part, Haggard lived the story that unfolds in the song’s lyrics. However, he only received short prison sentences and was ...

Merle Haggard wasn't your typical country crooner. His music resonated with everyday folks, and his lyrics spoke of the struggles and triumphs of the common man. The 1968 Corvette wasn't a flashy ...

Every friendship has its funny feuds and comedic confrontations. That being so, Merle Haggard and Alan Jackson experienced these as well and it all took place over a delectable slice of lemon pie.