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Merle Haggard was an American singer, songwriter, guitarist, and fiddler. He was born on April 6, 1937, in Oildale, California, and passed away on April 6, 2016, due to complications from pneumonia.

Haggard was known for his distinctive voice and "Bakersfield sound," a style of country music that originated in the 1950s and '60s in Bakersfield, California. His songs often dealt with working-class themes and the difficulties of rural life.

Throughout his career, Haggard released over 70 albums and had 38 number one hits on the country charts, including "Mama Tried," "Okie from Muskogee," and "The Fightin' Side of Me." He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1994 and received countless other awards and accolades throughout his career.

Haggard's influence on country music and popular culture is undeniable, and his legacy continues to be celebrated today by fans and fellow musicians alike.