Workin’ Man: Willie Sings Merle is Willie Nelson’s 78th solo studio album, featuring his fresh takes on eleven classic Merle Haggard songs. Spanning Haggard’s career—from 1966’s Swinging Doors to 1980’s I Think I’ll Just Stay Here And Drink—the album celebrates their longtime friendship and collaborations. Recorded at Nelson’s Pedernales Studios with longtime collaborators Mickey Raphael, Sister Bobbie Nelson, Paul English, Kevin Smith, and Billy English, it blends heartfelt performances with Nelson’s signature warmth and reverence for Haggard’s legacy.
Released: 07/11/25