Waylon Jennings – Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way” is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Waylon Jennings. It was released in August 1975 as the first single from the album Dreaming My Dreams. The song was Jennings’ fourth number one on the country chart as a solo artist. The single stayed at number one for one week and spent a total of sixteen weeks on the country chart.
Background and composition
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way” is a country song with a strong outlaw country sound. The song’s lyrics are a tribute to the influence of Hank Williams Sr. in country music. The lyrics also criticize the commercialization of country music in the 1970s.
Recording and production
“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way” was recorded at the RCA Studio B in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Jack Clement.
The recording features Jennings on lead vocals. Jennings’ vocals are passionate and soulful, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way” 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 by Waylon Jennings.
- The song was released in August 1975.
- The song was the first single from the album Dreaming My Dreams.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart.
- The song has been covered by many artists, including Johnny Cash, Willie Nelson, and Merle Haggard.