Misery and Gin
Merle Haggard
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Memories and drinks don't mix too well Jukebox records don't play those wedding bells. Looking at the world through the bottom of a glass All I see is a man who's fading fast. Tonight I need that woman again What I'd give for my baby to just walk in. Sit down beside me and say its alright Take me home and make sweet love to me tonight. [Chorus] But here I am again mixing misery and gin Sitting with all my friends and talking to myself. I look like I'm having a good time but any fool can tell That this honky tonk heaven really makes you feel, like hell. I light a lonely woman's cigarette We start talking about what we wanna forget. Her life story and mine are the same We both lost someone and only have ourselves to blame. [Chorus]
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Written by: JOHN ROBERT DURRILL, SNUFF GARRETT
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
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12 facts about this song
Release Date"Misery and Gin" by Merle Haggard was initially released in May 1980.
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Album DetailsThe song is a part of the album "Back to the Barrooms," which was also released in 1980.
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SongwritersThe talented songwriters whose minds brought about "Misery and Gin" are John Durrill and Snuff Garrett.
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ThemeThis country song explores themes of heartbreak and loneliness, with drinking (in bars) being a coping mechanism.
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Chart PerformanceUpon release, "Misery and Gin" managed to chart at the third spot on the Billboard magazine Hot Country Singles chart in the same year.
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Movie InclusionAn interesting fact about the song is that it was featured in the soundtrack of the 1980 movie "Bronco Billy," starring Clint Eastwood.
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Musical StyleThe song showcases Merle Haggard's traditional country style, with emotional lyrics combined with melodic guitar and mournful pedal steel guitar.
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Critical ReceptionThe song was generally well-received by critics and is considered one of Haggard's best performances, praised for its raw emotion and relatability.
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LegacyEven after his death in 2016, Merle Haggard's "Misery and Gin" remains popular and is often covered by other artists, cementing its status as a classic country song.
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Live PerformancesMerle performed this song live on many occasions during his career, creating memorable moments for his fans.
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Song’s DurationThe original recording of the song "Misery and Gin" runs for approximately 2 minutes and 48 seconds.
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ProductionThe producers of the song are Fuzzy Owen and Lewis Talley.
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