Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way
The story behind the song
This song captures Waylon Jennings' frustration with the direction country music had taken, particularly the control record labels held over artists and the polished "Nashville sound." It pays homage to the raw influence of Hank Williams while criticizing the flashy "rhinestone suits" and "new shiny cars" that characterized many top-selling country artists of the 1970s. Penned by Jennings on the back of an envelope, it became an anthem for the outlaw country movement, essentially serving as its mission statement. Playing this song channels a spirit of rebellion and a longing for authentic roots.
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Are You Sure Hank Done It This Way
by Waylon Jennings
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