5:01 Blues
Merle Haggard
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I got those 5:01 blues another work day is over Time to go home but no one to go home to That whistle just blew bad news I punch out and put in Another long night again, missin' you I got these 5:01 blues I used to watch that old clock on the wall Wishin' I could make time fly But ever since you walked out on me Quittin' time just make me want to cry I got those 5:01 blues another work day is over Time to go home but no one to go home to That whistle just blew bad news I punch out and put in Another long night again, lovin' you I got these 5:01 blues I could go out and find somebody new I'd only spoil her fun My mind still says that it's time to love you When the clock says the workday is done I got those 5:01 blues another work day is over Time to go home but no one to go home to That whistle just blew bad news I punch out and put in Another long night again, missin' you I got these 5:01 blues I got those 5:01 blues another work day is over Time to go home but no one to go home to That whistle just blew bad news I punch out and put in Another long night again, missin' you I got these 5:01 blues (Spoken): Oh man, I got no place to go No one to go to
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Written by: GARVIN, TWEEL
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10 facts about this song
Song's ArtistMerle Haggard, known as "The Okie from Muskogee," recorded "5:01 Blues" as part of his album "5:01 Blues." Undoubtedly one of the country music genre's most influential artists, Haggard has released 68 studio albums throughout his career.
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Release Date"5:01 Blues" was released in 1989 and was part of Merle Haggard's "5:01 Blues" album, which followed his "Chill Factor" album, released in 1988.
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GenreAs a classic example of Merle Haggard's style, "5:01 Blues" falls firmly within the country music genre. It features Haggard's storytelling lyricism combined with a traditional country instrumentation.
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Chart PerformanceUpon its release, "5:01 Blues" charted within the U.S. Billboard Hot Country Singles reaching No. 18 position, marking one of Merle Haggard's successful hits during his prolific career.
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Song ThemeThe song "5:01 Blues" is a typical blue collar anthem, about a working man eagerly looking forward to the end of a hard work day. The song title refers to the minute after five o'clock, signifying the end of a typical work day.
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Album PerformanceHaggard's "5:01 Blues" album peaked at number 28 on the Billboard Country Albums chart.
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SongwriterAlthough Haggard often wrote his own songs, "5:01 Blues" was penned by Troy Seals and Frank J. Myers. Both Seals and Myers are acclaimed songwriters in the country genre, having written numerous hits for a variety of artists.
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Merle Haggard LegacyMerle Haggard is a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Despite the success of songs like "5:01 Blues," Haggard is often most remembered for his 1969 hit "Okie from Muskogee," a song that became a counter-culture anthem during the Vietnam War era.
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Song Interpretation"5:01 Blues" speaks of a working man's romantic view of his blue-collar life and impending freedom from his "nine to five" routine. After the shift ends, the song protagonist looks forward to sharing time with friends and enjoying simple pleasures.
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Live Performances"5:01 Blues" was a popular choice for live performances throughout Haggard's career. Despite his extensive catalogue, this song remained a favorite among fans and was often included in his setlist during concerts.
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