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Workin' Man Blues

Merle Haggard / 20 Greatest Hits

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Merle Haggard

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20 Greatest Hits

Release date

January 1, 1994

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2:35

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Merle Haggard

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"Workin' Man Blues" is a song written and recorded by American country music artist Merle Haggard and The Strangers. It was released in May 1969 as the second single from the album A Portrait of Merle Haggard. The song was released during his early peak and became one of several signature songs during his career.

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