Long Haired Country Boy

The Charlie Daniels Band

About Long Haired Country Boy

"Long Haired Country Boy", is a song written and performed by the Charlie Daniels Band and released on their 1974 album Fire on the Mountain. It was first released as a single in April, 1975 and was re-released as a single in January, 1980.


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People say I'm no good and crazy as a loon
'Cause I get stoned in the morning
And get drunk in the afternoon
Kinda like my old blue tick hound
I like to lay around in the shade
And I ain't got no money but I damn sure got it made

'Cause I ain't asking nobody for nothin'
If I cant get it on my own
If you don't like the way I'm livin'
You just leave this long-haired country boy alone

Preacher man talking on T.V.
Puttin' down the rock and roll
Wants me to send a donation
'Cause he's worried about my soul
He said Jesus walked on the water
And I know that it's true
But sometimes I think that preacherman
Would like to do a little walking too

But I ain't asking nobody for nothin'
If I cant get it on my own
If you don't like the way I'm livin'
You just leave this long-haired country boy alone

A poor girl wants to marry
And a rich girl wants to flirt
A rich man goes to college
And a poor man goes to work
A drunkard wants another drink of wine
And a politician wants a vote
I don't want much of nothin' at all
But I will take another toke

But I ain't asking nobody for nothin'
If I can't get it on my own
If you don't like the way I'm livin'
You just leave this long-haired country boy alone

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The Charlie Daniels Band

Charles Edward Daniels (October 28, 1936 – July 6, 2020) was an American singer, musician, and songwriter. His music fused rock, country, blues and jazz, pioneering Southern rock. He was best known for his number-one country hit "The Devil Went Down to Georgia". Much of his output, including all but one of his eight Billboard Hot 100 charting singles, was credited to the Charlie Daniels Band. Daniels was active as a singer and musician from the 1950s until his death. He was inducted into the Cheyenne Frontier Days Hall of Fame in 2002, the Grand Ole Opry in 2008, the Musicians Hall of Fame and Museum in 2009, and the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2016. more »

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Written by: CHARLES EDWARD DANIELS

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10 facts about this song

Songwriting & Release
"Long Haired Country Boy" was written and performed by Charlie Daniels for The Charlie Daniels Band. This song was released in 1974 as part of their album "Fire On The Mountain."
Chart Performance
Despite its popularity, the song never actually made it onto the Billboard hot country songs chart when it was initially released.
Album Success
The album "Fire on the Mountain," which featured "Long Haired Country Boy," was Daniels' first gold record. It was also the album that catapulted him to the national scene.
Song Theme
The song reflects the outlaw country movement of the 1970s, advocating freedom, simplicity, and a laid-back approach to life. It emphasizes individuality and the rejection of societal norms.
Song Lyrics
The song is noted for its controversial lyrics, which referenced getting "stoned in the morning" and "drunk in the afternoon," even though Daniels himself was a Christian.
Lyric Change
In later performances, Charlie Daniels would often change a few lines in the song to reflect his strong Christian beliefs better. The rejigged lines would instead echo a message about divine comfort and faith.
Charlie Daniels' Background
A southern gentleman and self-proclaimed long-haired country boy, Daniels' life somewhat mirrors the message of the song. He grew up in the deeply rustic North Carolina and used his personal experiences to write his music.
Frequent Concert Song
"Long Haired Country Boy" is one of Daniels' most recognized and requested songs during live performances.
Cover Versions
The song has been covered by a number of artists from various music genres, including country artists like Cody Johnson and Chris LeDoux, and the rock band Shooter Jennings as a testament to its popularity and timeless appeal.
Legacy
Even after Charlie Daniels passed away in July 2020, the song "Long Haired Country Boy" continues to resonate with fans, embodying the spirit of freedom and individuality that Charlie Daniels stood for.

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