Merle Haggard - Take My Hand, Precious Lord/Jesus Hold My Hand

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Precious Lord, take my hand
Lead me on, let me stand
I'm tired, I’m weak, I am worn
Through the storm, through the night
Lead me on to the light
Take my hand, precious Lord lead me home

As I travel through this pilgrim land
There is a friend who walks with me
Leads me safely through the sinking sand
It is the Christ at Calvary

This would be my prayer dear Lord each day
To help me do the best I can
For I need Thy light to guide me day and night
Blessed Jesus hold my hand

Jesus hold my hand
I need thee every hour
Through this pilgrim land
Protect me by thy power

Hear my feeble plea
O Lord, look down on me
When I kneel in prayer I hope to meet you there
Blessed Jesus hold my hand

Jesus hold my hand
I need thee every hour
Through this pilgrim land
Protect me by thy power

Hear my feeble plea
O Lord, look down on me
When I kneel in prayer I hope to meet you there
Blessed Jesus hold my hand
Blessed Jesus hold my hand

Release Date: November 08, 1971

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Merle Ronald Haggard, born on April 6, 1937, in Oildale, California, was a legendary singer-songwriter in the world of country music. Growing up in a converted railroad boxcar in the midst of poverty, Haggard faced numerous challenges from a young age. After his father's death in 1945, he began a tumultuous journey that led him to encounters with the law.

His time in San Quentin prison in 1958 proved to be a turning point in his life. Inspired by Johnny Cash's performance there, Haggard taught himself to play the guitar and upon his release in 1960, he pursued a career in music. Encouraged by Cash to write about his own experiences, Haggard began crafting songs that reflected his past struggles and triumphs.

Through his music, Haggard became known for his honest and raw storytelling, earning him the title of the "poet of the common man." Alongside his band, he helped create the distinctive "Bakersfield Sound," characterized by its honky-tonk style and electric guitar.

Throughout his career, Haggard released over two dozen albums and had numerous chart-topping hits, including "Okie from Muskogee," "Mama Tried," and "It's All Going to Pot." He received numerous accolades for his contributions to country music, including four Grammy Awards, six Country Music Association Awards, and induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame.

Haggard's influence on the country music scene is undeniable, with his legacy living on in the sounds of Outlaw Country music. He believed that the key to great country music was honesty, a principle that he embodied in both his life and his music.

Merle Haggard passed away on his 79th birthday, April 6, 2016, leaving behind a timeless legacy that continues to resonate with fans around the world.