My annual Summer (Sun Records) Rockabilly Fun has inspired me to totally immerse myself in Classic Country. |
It’s all thanks to Johnny Cash, Charlie Feathers and growing up in the 80’s. Way back in early 80’s I clearly remember Dolly Parton, Kenny Rogers, Willie Nelson, John Denver, Reba McEntire, George Strait… It seemed like they were everywhere. The Dukes of Hazzard theme song, by the legendary Waylon Jennings, has never stopped randomly playing in my Surreal Pop mind.
Charlie Feathers made me bonkers for Rockabilly and appreciate Classic Country music. Charlie Feathers music has a, Come Si Dice*, a certain kind of relaxed, cool essence to it. I love the Rockabilly parts of it as well as the Country flavor in Charlie Feathers songs.
I absolutely love everything Johnny Cash recorded while at Sun Records. This time around, instead of enjoying all the Rockabilly Sun Records has to offer, I felt the need for more Cash after Sun Records, and so far, I truly enjoy what I hear.
The story so far…
Hank Williams • Johnny Cash • Buck Owens • Merle Haggard • Waylon Jennings • Kris Kristofferson & it keeps on going.
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I've always been crazy, and the
trouble that it's put me through
Been busted for things
that I did, and I didn't do
I can't say I'm proud of all
of the things that I've done
But I can say I've never
intentionally hurt anyone
I've always been different
with one foot over the line
Winding up somewhere
one step ahead or behind
It ain't been so easy, but
I guess I shouldn't complain
I've always been crazy, but
it's kept me from going insane
Beautiful lady, are you
sure that you understand
The chances you're taking
loving a free living man?
Are you really sure you
really want what you see?
Be careful of something that's
just what you want it to be
I've always been crazy, but
it's kept me from going insane
Nobody knows if it's something
to bless or to blame
So far I ain't found a rhyme
or a reason to change
I've always been crazy, but
it's kept me from going insane
Waylon Jennings
Listen: “I’ve Always Been Crazy”
*Quoting Michael Corleone in
The Godfather part 1, restaurant scene.
