Movin' On
Merle Haggard
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Big wheels rollin', big wheels rollin' Movin' on. Big wheels rollin', gotta keep 'em goin', Big wheels rollin', Movin' on. The white line is the life line to a nation. And men like Will and Sonny make it move. Livin' like a gypsy, always on the go Doin' what they best know how to do. Jammin' gears has got to be a fever, 'Cause men become addicted to the grind. It takes a special breed to be a truck drivin' man, And a steady hand to pull that load behind. Big wheels rollin', big wheels rollin' Movin' on.
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Written by: MERLE HAGGARD
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12 facts about this song
Artist BackgroundMerle Haggard was a renowned American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and fiddler, often associated with the 'Bakersfield sound.'
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Song Release"Movin On", written by Haggard himself, was released in 1975 as part of his album, "Keep Movin' On".
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Chart PerformanceThe song topped the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. It was Merle Haggard's twentieth No. 1 hit on the country chart.
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TV Show ConnectionIt was also the theme song for the 1974-1976 NBC-TV series of the same name, 'Movin On'.
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Period Influence"Movin On" reflects Haggard's stylistic roots in honky-tonk and Western swing music genres that were prevalent at the time.
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LyricsThe lyrics of "Movin On" embody themes of independence and wanderlust, which were often found in Haggard's work, conveying a sense of living on the open road.
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LegacyMerle Haggard, including through pieces like "Movin On", has greatly influenced the genre of country music and left an in-print. He was inducted into the prestigious Country Music Hall of Fame in 1994.
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Cover Versions"Movin On" has been covered by various artists, showcasing its enduring appeal in American country music.
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GenreThe song is emblematic of the traditional country genre, with its narrative lyrics, acoustic arrangement, and cultural themes.
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Awards and AcclaimThough not individually awarded, Haggard's collective work, including "Movin On", earned him multiple Grammy awards and nominations throughout his career.
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BackgroundThe song "Movin' On" characterizes Haggard's own experience of moving from job to job during his early life before achieving success in the music industry.
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Song CompositionThe music of "Movin On" reflects Haggard's talent as a multi-instrumentalist, with the inclusion of elements like the fiddle, an instrument at which he excelled.
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