I'm a Lonesome Fugitive cover

I'm a Lonesome Fugitive

Merle Haggard · 1967

31 min · 12 tracks · country

A poignant blend of traditional country storytelling and heartfelt emotion wrapped in Haggard's rich baritone.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo storytelling flow
  • heartfelt reflections on loneliness
  • short tracks for quick sessions
  • emotional resonance in every song

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer lengthy immersive pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in January 1967, 'I'm a Lonesome Fugitive' was Merle Haggard's third studio album, following his breakthrough with 'Swinging Doors.' At this point in his career, Haggard was solidifying his status as a leading voice in the country genre, gaining recognition for his authentic narratives drawn from personal experiences.
Stylistic neighbors
Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash· George Jones

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 I’m a Lonesome Fugitive 2:56
  • 2 All of Me Belongs to You 2:40
  • 3 House of Memories 2:47
  • 4 Life in Prison 3:02
  • 5 Whatever Happened to Me 2:57
  • 6 Drink Up and Be Somebody 2:30
  • 7 Someone Told My Story 2:32
  • 8 If You Want to Be My Woman 2:17
  • 9 Mary’s Mine 2:57
  • 10 Skid Row 1:57
  • 11 My Rough and Rowdy Ways 2:23
  • 12 Mixed Up Mess of a Heart 2:07

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