Long Haired Country Boy
Charlie Daniels
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People say I'm no good and crazy as a loon 'Cause I get stoned in the morning And get drunk in the afternoon Kinda like my old blue tick hound I like to lay around in the shade And I ain't got no money but I damn sure got it made 'Cause I ain't asking nobody for nothin' If I cant get it on my own If you don't like the way I'm livin' You just leave this long-haired country boy alone Preacher man talking on T.V. Puttin' down the rock and roll Wants me to send a donation 'Cause he's worried about my soul He said Jesus walked on the water And I know that it's true But sometimes I think that preacherman Would like to do a little walking too But I ain't asking nobody for nothin' If I cant get it on my own If you don't like the way I'm livin' You just leave this long-haired country boy alone A poor girl wants to marry And a rich girl wants to flirt A rich man goes to college And a poor man goes to work A drunkard wants another drink of wine And a politician wants a vote I don't want much of nothin' at all But I will take another toke But I ain't asking nobody for nothin' If I can't get it on my own If you don't like the way I'm livin' You just leave this long-haired country boy alone
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Written by: CHARLES EDWARD DANIELS
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10 facts about this song
Songwriting & Release"Long Haired Country Boy" was written and performed by Charlie Daniels for The Charlie Daniels Band. This song was released in 1974 as part of their album "Fire On The Mountain."
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Chart PerformanceDespite its popularity, the song never actually made it onto the Billboard hot country songs chart when it was initially released.
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Album SuccessThe album "Fire on the Mountain," which featured "Long Haired Country Boy," was Daniels' first gold record. It was also the album that catapulted him to the national scene.
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Song ThemeThe song reflects the outlaw country movement of the 1970s, advocating freedom, simplicity, and a laid-back approach to life. It emphasizes individuality and the rejection of societal norms.
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Song LyricsThe song is noted for its controversial lyrics, which referenced getting "stoned in the morning" and "drunk in the afternoon," even though Daniels himself was a Christian.
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Lyric ChangeIn later performances, Charlie Daniels would often change a few lines in the song to reflect his strong Christian beliefs better. The rejigged lines would instead echo a message about divine comfort and faith.
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Charlie Daniels' BackgroundA southern gentleman and self-proclaimed long-haired country boy, Daniels' life somewhat mirrors the message of the song. He grew up in the deeply rustic North Carolina and used his personal experiences to write his music.
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Frequent Concert Song"Long Haired Country Boy" is one of Daniels' most recognized and requested songs during live performances.
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Cover VersionsThe song has been covered by a number of artists from various music genres, including country artists like Cody Johnson and Chris LeDoux, and the rock band Shooter Jennings as a testament to its popularity and timeless appeal.
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LegacyEven after Charlie Daniels passed away in July 2020, the song "Long Haired Country Boy" continues to resonate with fans, embodying the spirit of freedom and individuality that Charlie Daniels stood for.
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