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29. Sept. 2023 · ‘Okie From Muskogee’: The Story Behind Merle Haggard’s Country Classic. In the 1969 single that became a career landmark, the peerless and fearless country artist was...
6. Apr. 2023 · What is the meaning of “Okie,” and Where is “Muskogee”? “Okie” is a slang word for someone who hails from the state of Oklahoma.
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"Okie" is a slang name for someone from Oklahoma, and Muskogee (population 40,000) is the 11th largest city in the state. The song was released in September 1969 as first single and title track from the album Okie from Muskogee , and was one of the most famous songs of Haggard's career.
- "If I Had Left It Up to You"
- September 29, 1969
- July 17, 1969 (studio version)
- Country
8. Nov. 2023 · “Okie from Muskogee’s Comin’ Home” connected with a broad audience, especially those who felt disconnected from the counterculture movement. The song’s lyrics expressed sentiments of pride, nostalgia, and a longing for a simpler way of life, striking a chord with many Americans during a time of social change.
25. Apr. 2024 · April 25, 2024 / By Patty Tyler. The Significance of “Okie From Muskogee” by Merle Haggard. Merle Haggard, an American country music icon, wrote and performed “Okie From Muskogee” in 1969, during a time of tremendous social upheaval and political change in the United States.
- Patty Tyler
6. Apr. 2016 · "Okie From Muskogee" climbed to No. 1 on the country charts in November of 1969, where it stayed for four weeks, and won Song of the Year at the 1970 CMA Awards. Below, Haggard tells The Boot...
Haggard’s Explanation and Reaction. Conclusion. The Lyrics and Their Meaning. The lyrics of “Okie from Muskogee” portray a conservative viewpoint that was prevalent in small-town America during the 1960s. Haggard sings about not smoking marijuana, not taking LSD, and not burning draft cards.
