The Merle Haggard Lonesome Fugitive song was released in December 1966 as the first single and title track from the album I’m a Lonesome Fugitive. The song was Haggard and The Strangers first number one hit on the U.S. country singles chart, spending one week at number one and fifteen weeks on the chart.
Watch the live performance video and see the lyrics and song details below.
Merle Haggard The Fugitive Audio Video
Merle Haggard Lonesome Fugitive Live Performance Video
The song tells the story of a man who has been released from prison and is on the run, trying to avoid being captured and sent back to jail. The song’s opening line sets the tone: “I’m a lonesome fugitive on the run.” From there, Haggard describes the man’s life on the run, always looking over his shoulder, and trying to stay ahead of the law. The lyrics convey a sense of desperation and sadness, as the fugitive longs for the life he once had and the people he had to leave behind.
Overall, “The Lonesome Fugitive” is a classic example of Haggard’s songwriting and performing style. The song’s simple, straightforward lyrics, and traditional country instrumentation have made it a beloved favorite among country music fans for decades.
This song was written by Liz Anderson and Casey Anderson (parents of country music singer Lynn Anderson).
Merle Haggard Lonesome Fugitive Lyrics
Down every road there’s always one more city
I’m on the run the highway is my home
I raised a lot a cane back in my younger days
While mama used to pray my crops would fail
Now I’m a hunted fugitive with just two ways
Outrun the law or spend my life in jail
I’d like to settle down but they won’t let me
A fugitive must be a rolling stone
Down every road there’s always one more city
I’m on the run the highway is my home
(Guitar Music)
I’m lonely but I can’t afford the luxury
Of having one I love to come along
She’d only slow me down and they’d catch up with me
For he who travel fastest goes alone
I’d like to settle down but they won’t let me
A fugitive must be a rolling stone
Down every road there’s always one more city
I’m on the run the highway is my home
I’m on the run the highway is my home
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