Working Man Can't Get Nowhere Today
Merle Haggard
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For years I've been busting my rear to make a living But it ain't made For years I've been trying to pay off my bills But they ain't paid Oh every dime I make, every soul I know Hire by reach, the farther down I go This old broken back of mine is all I've got to show And anyway A working man can't get nowhere today Lord, a working man get nowhere today A working man ain't got no time to play Today I work my fanny off and leave it lay A working man can't get nowhere today I paid my income tax And the government gives back But I got coming but it ain't much I paid my child support 'Cause I'm a law abiding sort and an easy touch And I starve my self to death Trying to keep my family fed I keep my budget tight, trying to get myself ahead But I'll still be deep in debt the day that I fall dead That's why I say Lord, a working man can't get nowhere today A working man can't get nowhere today A working man ain't got no time to play Tonight I work my fanny off and leave it lay A working man can't get nowhere today A working man can't get nowhere today
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10 facts about this song
Song Title"Working Man Can't Get No Where Today" is the title of the song.
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ArtistThe song is performed by Merle Haggard, an iconic country music artist.
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AlbumThe song is included in the album “Okie from Muskogee”, released in 1969.
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GenreIt falls under the genre of country music, a key area of Merle Haggard's expertise.
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Chart PerformanceLike many of Haggard's songs, "Working Man Can't Get No Where Today" achieved great success on the Billboard country charts in the United States.
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Song ThemeThe song underscores the hardship of working-class life, emphasizing the struggle and despair inherent in trying to survive in an economy that often seems stacked against the common laborer.
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SongwritingMerle Haggard is credited with writing the song. His songs frequently showcase his experiences and views of the world, especially focusing on blue-collar tales and challenges.
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Cultural ImpactThrough songs like "Working Man Can't Get No Where Today," Haggard gained recognition as the "voice of the working man," painting narratives about the struggles and triumphs of the American working class.
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RecognitionMerle Haggard became one of the most influential and famous country music singers of the 20th century, thanks in part to his ability to depict the raw, real experiences of working Americans in his songs such as "Working Man Can't Get No Where Today."
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Live PerformancesThe song was regularly featured in the setlist of Haggard’s live performances, resonating with audiences due to its resonant and relatable theme.
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