The Fightin' Side of Me
Merle Haggard, Mary Sarah
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I hear people talkin' bad About the way we have to live here in this country Harpin' on the wars we fight And gripin' 'bout the way things oughta be I don't mind 'em switchin' sides And standin' up for things that they believe in When they're runnin' down my country, man They're walkin' on the fightin' side of me They're walkin' on the fightin' side of me Runnin' down the way of life Our fightin' men have fought and died to keep If you don't love it, leave it Let this song that I'm singin' be a warnin' When you're runnin' down my country, hoss You're walkin' on the fightin' side of me I read about some squirrelly guy Who claims he just don't believe in fightin' And I wonder just how long The rest of us can count on bein' free They love our milk an' honey But they preach about some other way of livin' When they're runnin' down our country, hoss They're walkin' on the fightin' side of me They're walkin' on the fightin' side of me Runnin' down the way of life Our fightin' men have fought and died to keep If you don't love it, leave it Let this song that I'm singin' be a warnin' When you're runnin' down my country, man You're walkin' on the fightin' side of me You're walkin' on the fightin' side of me Runnin' down the way of life Our fightin' men have fought and died to keep If you don't love it, leave it Let this song that I'm singin' be a warnin' When you're runnin' down my country, man You're walkin' on the fightin' side of me When you're runnin' down our country, hoss You're walkin' on the fightin' side of me
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Written by: MERLE HAGGARD
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14 facts about this song
Song ReleaseReleased in December 1969, "The Fightin' Side of Me" is one of Merle Haggard's most famous singles.
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Chart SuccessThe song became a major success, topping the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart for three weeks in February 1970.
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Song WriterMerle Haggard himself is the songwriter behind "The Fightin' Side of Me."
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Anti-Protest ThemeKnown for its anti-hippie, pro-American message, it was widely perceived as a response to mass protests against the Vietnam War that were common during the late 1960s and early 1970s.
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Live AlbumThe song originally appeared on Haggard's live album with the same name "The Fightin' Side of Me", driven by the success of the hit single.
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Song DurationThe song is relatively short, with a running time of just 2 minutes and 52 seconds.
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Cover VersionsNumerous artists have covered the song since its original release, a testament to its continued relevance and popularity.
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Combining GenresHaggard's song blends elements of country and Western music, creating a distinctive and recognizable sound.
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Anthem Status“The Fightin’ Side of Me” has been considered an anthem for social conservatives and blue-collar Americans, resonating with the sentiments of patriotism and anti-counter culture movement of the time.
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Induction into Grammy Hall of FameThe song was selected for preservation in the Grammy Hall of Fame, an honor bestowed upon recordings of lasting qualitative or historical significance. It was inducted in 2009.
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Patriotic SymbolThe song has become something of a patriotic symbol, often played at public events and political rallies.
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Emotional ImpactDespite its political message, "The Fightin' Side of Me" resonates emotionally with many listeners, showcasing Haggard’s mastery of songwriting, particularly his ability to create meaningful narratives with his music.
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Popular Music Show Performance"The Fightin' Side of Me" was performed by Merle Haggard on his TV show "The Johnny Cash Show" gaining further attention and acclaim.
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Impact on CareerThe success of "The Fightin' Side of Me" solidified Haggard's place as one of the top country music artists of his generation.
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