Merle Haggard was a country legend, known for his unique style of music and songwriting. He was born in 1937 in Oildale, California and was a major influence on the Bakersfield sound. He released over 40 studio albums and had 38 number one hits on the country charts. He was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1994 and won numerous awards throughout his career. He passed away in 2016, but his legacy lives on through his music.