This Is The Song We Sing

Merle Haggard · Hag-The Studio Recordings 1969-1976 [2007]

(Merle Haggard)



This the song we sing this is the song we sing

Today it's unfair to say let me do my thing

I have no ax to grind cause I keep myself in line

I'm right the world is wrong this is our song.



I live my life no thought in mind I'm free and I do as I please

As long as nobody gets hurt in the game then I blow along with the breeze

There may be some children who'll search for a name

And wonder why mom doesn't know

But when we have a way of forgetting with time

A good time we had long ago.



This is the song we sing this is the song we sing

Today it's unfair to say let me do my thing

I have no ax to grind cause I keep myself in line

I'm right the world is wrong this is our song.



This is the song we sing this is the song we sing

Today it's unfair to say let me do my thing

I have no ax to grind cause I keep myself in line

I'm right the world is wrong this is our song.



This is the song we sing this is the song we sing

Today it's unfair to say let me do my thing

I have no ax to grind cause I keep myself in line

I'm right the world is wrong this is our song...

This Is The Song We Sing

Merle Haggard remains one of country music's most enduring voices, celebrated for his ability to blend working-class narratives with sophisticated musical arrangements. This Is The Song We Sing appears on the comprehensive collection Hag: The Studio Recordings 1969-1976, a period that solidified his status as a genre-defining icon. During these years, Haggard consistently delivered recordings that balanced traditional country instrumentation with a distinct, personal emotional weight. The track reflects his mastery of the genre, showcasing the storytelling depth and melodic precision that characterized his prolific output in the late 1960s and throughout the 1970s. As part of his extensive discography, the song stands as a testament to his influence on American music, offering listeners a glimpse into the rich body of work that continues to resonate with audiences decades later.