Willie Nelson – Touch Me (1962)
Introduction “Touch Me” by Willie Nelson isn’t just a song, it’s a turning point. In 1960, armed with a suitcase full of his own compositions, Nelson arrived in Nashville seeking…
Introduction “Touch Me” by Willie Nelson isn’t just a song, it’s a turning point. In 1960, armed with a suitcase full of his own compositions, Nelson arrived in Nashville seeking…
Introduction “Funny How Time Slips Away” isn’t just a song by Willie Nelson, it’s a country music staple with a rich history. Written by Nelson himself, the song first appeared…
Introduction Released in 1984 on Willie Nelson’s album “City of New Orleans,” “A Woman’s Love” isn’t just a love song, it’s a deep dive into the complexities of a woman’s…
Introduction While country music legend Alan Jackson’s rendition of “Amazing Grace” might be the version you know best, the song’s history stretches back much further. The beloved hymn originated in…
Introduction “They Call Me a Playboy,” a song popularized by Alan Jackson, has a history that stretches back further than his signature cowboy hat. Originally written by Bob Morris and…
Introduction Alan Jackson’s “The One You’re Waiting On” isn’t your typical country heartbreak ballad. Released in 2016 as the second single from his album “Angels and Alcohol,” the song takes…
Introduction “Nothing I Can Do About It Now,” released in 1989, isn’t just a catchy tune by Willie Nelson. It’s a poignant reflection on the weight of the past and…
Introduction While many associate “Whiskey River” with the legendary Willie Nelson, the song’s origins flow from a different Texan river. Country singer-songwriter Johnny Bush penned the tune in 1972, releasing…
Introduction While the smooth baritone we associate with Alan Jackson graces this song, “Don’t Touch Me” wasn’t originally his. Country music fans in the 1960s likely recognized the voice of…
Introduction “City of New Orleans,” while popularized by Willie Nelson’s rendition in 1984, has a rich history that stretches back to the early 1970s. The song’s journey begins with songwriter…