Corrine Corrina
Merle Haggard · The Fightin' Side of Me (Live) [1970]
Corrine Corrina where you've been so long
Corrine Corrina where you've been so long
Ain't had no lovin' since you been gone.
Roy Nichols.
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Tell me Corrina where'd you stay last night
Tell me Corrnia where'd you stay last night
Came home this morning sun was shinin' bright.
There's Norman Hamlet on the steel.
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I love Corrina tell the world I do
I love Corrina tell the world I do
Hey, a little more lovin' let your heart beat true.
One more time Chubby Wise.
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Give him a hand here.
Goodbye Corrina this is fare thee well
Goodbye Corrina this is fare thee well
When I get back babe Lord you never can tell
Roy Nichols takes it out.
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Chubby Wise...
Corrine Corrina
Merle Haggard's rendition of the traditional folk standard "Corrine Corrina" captures the raw energy of his live performances during a pivotal era in his career. Recorded for the 1970 album The Fightin' Side of Me (Live), this track showcases Haggard's ability to reinterpret classic material with his signature Bakersfield sound. The song, a staple of American folk and country music, tells the story of a woman who has been wronged by her lover, a narrative Haggard delivers with characteristic emotional depth and vocal precision. This live recording highlights his connection with audiences and his skill in bridging traditional folk storytelling with contemporary country instrumentation. It remains a testament to his enduring influence on the genre and his capacity to breathe new life into timeless songs.