Merle Haggard is an American singer and songwriter born in 1937 in the United States. He became a legend of the country genre, first achieving success in 1964. Haggard is known for his edgier style, which contrasted with the polished Nashville sound of the time. In the 1970s, he became a key figure in the outlaw country movement. His hits include "Mama Tried" "Okie from Muskogee" and others. During his career, he has received a Грэмми Award and numerous country awards, and has been inducted into Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame , the Country Music Hall of Fame, and Oklahoma Music Hall of Fame . His work has had a profound influence on the development of country music.

• Genres: Кантри, Поп
• Country: USA
• Language: English