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Pride in What I Am

Merle Haggard · 1969

31 min · 12 tracks · country

A heartfelt blend of traditional country storytelling with a touch of introspective Americana.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo reflective moments
  • heartfelt storytelling for introspection
  • short tracks for quick listens
  • warm melodies for casual gatherings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy excitement
  • prefer lengthy musical explorations

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in early 1969, 'Pride in What I Am' marked Merle Haggard's rise as a leading figure in the country music scene following his breakthrough album 'Swinging Doors' in 1966. This album solidified his reputation as a storyteller who captured the struggles and pride of everyday life.
Stylistic neighbors
Waylon Jennings· Johnny Cash· George Jones

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Take a Lot of Pride in What I Am 2:47
  • 2 Who’ll Buy the Wine 2:34
  • 3 The Day the Rain Came 2:41
  • 4 It Meant Goodbye to Me When You Said Hello to Him 2:32
  • 5 I Can’t Hold Myself in Line 2:54
  • 6 I’m Bringing Home Good News 2:47
  • 7 Keep Me From Crying Today 2:58
  • 8 I Just Want to Look at You One More Time 3:02
  • 9 Somewhere on Skid Row 2:50
  • 10 I’m Free 1:54
  • 11 California Blues 2:50
  • 12 I Think We Are Living in the Good Old Days 2:05

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