Merle Haggard – The Fightin’ Side of Me
“The Fightin’ Side of Me” is a song written and recorded by American country music singer Merle Haggard. It was released in 1970 as the second single from his album of the same name. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
Background and composition
“The Fightin’ Side of Me” was written by Merle Haggard in 1970. The song is a personal reflection of Haggard’s own patriotism and his belief in the strength of the American people. The song’s lyrics are simple, yet powerful, and they speak to the universal themes of love, loss, and hope.
Recording and production
“The Fightin’ Side of Me” was recorded in 1970 at the Bakersfield Sound Studios in Bakersfield, California. The song was produced by Ken Nelson.
The recording features Haggard’s vocals accompanied by a simple country band arrangement. Haggard’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“The Fightin’ Side of Me” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
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- The song was written and recorded by Merle Haggard in 1970.
- The song was released as the second single from Haggard’s album of the same name.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and number 13 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart.
- “The Fightin’ Side of Me” has been covered by many artists, including Toby Keith, Trace Adkins, and Alan Jackson.