Merle Haggard

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On Dec. 29, 1969, Haggard's 'Okie From Muskogee' album was released.

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On May 22, 1970, 'Okie From Muskogee' hit No. 1 on the charts.

On May 16, 1979, "the Hag" recorded "Workin' Man Blues", from his 'A Portrait of Merle Haggard' album.

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