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In the 1970s, he wrote several hits for Merle Haggard and The Strangers, including the No. 1 hits "Carolyn" and "The Roots of My Raising". In June 1980, Haggard recorded a biographical tribute to Collins called "Leonard". Collins was the inspiration and character talked about in Craig Morgan 's song, "I Wish I Could See Bakersfield".
The Strangers album is composed of new Capitol recordings, his early singles, and a couple of Tally leftovers. "Sam Hill," for example, had peaked at number forty-five after its June 1964 release. The song, written by friend and mentor Tommy Collins, was not one of Haggard's favorites, with the singer recalling in his 1999 memoir
- 1963-1965
- Country
- September 27, 1965
- Ken Nelson, Fuzzy Owen
14. März 2000 · Tommy Collins: Rose Maddox: 1960: Covered by : Goodbye Comes Hard for Me: Tommy Collins: Merle Haggard and The Strangers REC, Kenny Serratt REL: November 8, 1971: Covered by : High on a Hilltop: Tommy Collins: Tommy Collins: September 8, 1953: Covered by : I Always Get a Souvenir: Tommy Collins: Tommy Collins: September 8, 1953: Covered by Buck ...
TitleWritten ByOriginally ByOriginal DateNovember 30, 1955May 16, 1966March 23, 1960July 11, 1963- September 28, 1930
- March 14, 2000
The Roots of My Raising is the twenty-first studio album by American country music singer Merle Haggard and The Strangers, released in 1976. It was his third release in 1976 and his last on the Capitol label until his return in 2004. It reached number 8 on the Billboard country albums chart.
- November 1976
- Capitol
- Country
- Ken Nelson, Fuzzy Owen
Ferlin Husky was the first artist to record one of Collins’ songs, Are You Afraid, recorded in late 1952. It was through the demonstration tapes of his songs that led Tommy into the recording studio himself in the early part of 1953. Ken Nelson the a&r manager of Capitol Records was impressed by both the songs and the voice of Tommy Collins.
21. Sept. 2023 · 1. “You Better Not Do That” One of Collins’ breakout hits, “You Better Not Do That” captured the attention of country music fans with its catchy melody and playful lyrics. Released in 1954, this lively tune quickly climbed the charts and solidified Collins’ place in the country music scene. 2. “If You Can’t Bite, Don’t Growl”
14. März 2000 · Leonard Raymond Sipes (September 28, 1930 – March 14, 2000), better known as Tommy Collins, was an American country music singer and songwriter.
