merle haggard

During times of unimaginable loss, these country songs can soothe the soul.

Put your dukes up! Here are the Top 25 country songs about fist-fighting, bar brawls, jealousy spats and more.

Country music has plenty of songs about regret, forgiveness — and, in some cases, the decision not to forgive someone else.

On May 22, 1970, 'Okie From Muskogee' hit No. 1 on the charts.

On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.

All 50-plus of 'em.

These country legends should all be Rock & Roll Hall of Famers.

Did you know he played on these hits?

There are a number of country stars who enjoy a bit of marijuana every so often, or have at least tried it -- including some who may surprise you.

You know you're a legend when you get name-checked -- and Haggard's name comes up in quite a few country songs.