What Am I Gonna Do (With the Rest of My Life)

Merle Haggard

About What Am I Gonna Do (With the Rest of My Life)

"What Am I Gonna Do (With the Rest of My Life)" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Merle Haggard backed by The Strangers. It was released in July 1983 as the first single from the album That's the Way Love Gooos. The song reached number 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks chart. In 2019, Montgomery Gentry released the song off the album Outskirts.


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1984
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I can make it for a day or two without you
And maybe I can make it through the night
I can smoke I can drink and probably be alright until morning
But what am I gonna do with the rest of my life
I've got things that I can do I've got places I can go to this evening
I've got whiskey I can drink that'll help me not to think about you leaving
Yes I can smoke and I can drink probably be alright till morning
But what am I gonna do with the rest of my life

[Guitar]

I've got things that I can do...
But what am I gonna do with the rest of my life

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Merle Haggard

Merle Ronald Haggard (born April 6, 1937) is an American country music song writer, singer, guitarist, fiddler and instrumentalist. Along with Buck Owens, Haggard and his band The Strangers helped create the Bakersfield sound, which is characterized by the unique twang of Fender Telecaster and the unique mix with the traditional country steel guitar sound, new vocal harmony styles in which the words are minimal, and a rough edge not heard on the more polished Nashville Sound recordings of the same era. more »

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Written by: HAGGARD

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10 facts about this song

Release Details
"What Am I Gonna Do (With the Rest of My Life)" was released in September 1983 by Merle Haggard, an American country singer.
Chart Success
The song was able to reach high spots on music charts. It reached the No.1 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles.
Song's Originality
The song was written by Merle Haggard himself, thus showcasing his ability as a songwriter alongside being a popular singer.
Genre
The song falls under the country genre, further establishing Merle Haggard's successful career in country music.
Album Information
"What Am I Gonna Do (With the Rest of My Life)" is from the album named 'That's the Way Love Goes.'
Recording Label
The song was recorded under the label Epic Records, a well-known music recording company.
Song's Theme
This song talks about a man contemplating life after the departure of a loved one, a theme common in many country songs.
Merle Haggard's Recognition
Merle Haggard is a Grammy award-winning singer who had a strong impact on country music, and this song is considered one of his signature works.
Accolades
This song is among the 38 number one country hits that Merle Haggard has scored during his career.
Format Availability
Apart from being available in the traditional album cassette and CD format, the song is also accessible in the digital music streaming platform.

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