“The only thing that I miss lately in all music is somebody that will put out a melody that you can whistle. It doesn't seem like there's anything happening like that.”
Merle Haggard“In 1960, when I came out of prison as an ex-convict, I had more freedom under parolee supervision than there's available... in America right now.”
Merle Haggard“It's easier to force feed people than it is to give 'em what they want. It makes more money.”
Merle Haggard“Everybody likes Johnny Cash. I think the sad part of it is his health is givin' him problems.”
Merle Haggard“I think I'm most proud of my family right now. I'm more into that then I've ever been. It also gives a new area to draw from in creativity with my songs.”
Merle Haggard“The only thing that I miss lately in all music is somebody that will put out a melody that you can whistle. It doesn't seem like there's anything happening like that.”
Merle Haggard“It's cool when your husband starts to sing some old Merle Haggard song and I can pop in with a harmony and it doesn't sound too bad.”
Trisha Yearwood