It was 55 years ago today, on Nov 26, 1963... Columbia released Lefty Frizzell's "Saginaw, Michigan". It hit #1 in March of 1964 and spend 4 weeks at the top. The record turned out to be Lefty's last Number One. Here's a performance on The Porter Wagoner Show that aired on March 1, 1965 | GatorRock

My Uncle Lefty Frizzell, 1970 on “Country Carnival” with Del Reeves. In 1951, he had four songs in the country Top 10 at the same time… a record that shaped the entire genre. This is the voice that influenced Merle, Willie, George, and so many more. 🤍✨ #LeftyFrizzell #CountryMusicHistory #classiccountry #HonkyTonkLegends #MerleHaggard #georgejones #willienelson #grandoleopry | Tess Frizzell

Lefty Frizzell, born William Orville ( March 31, 1928 - July 19 ,1975)Singer/Songwriter known his distinctive vocal style. Lefty Frizzell's voice is considered unique due to his vocal range, phrasing, emotional delivery, and lasting impact on the genre of country music. #stonecoldcountry #purecountry #leftyfrizzell #songwriter #Nashville #merlehaggard | Stone Cold Country

Mar 31, 1928 Lefty Frizzell is born in Corsicana, Texas. He influences Merle Haggard, Keith Whitley and Randy Travis through such hits as "If You've Got The Money I've Got The Time," "I Love You A Thousand Ways," "The Long Black Veil" and "Always Late (With Your Kisses)" on his way to the Country Music Hall of Fame https://keepinittruecountry.com/ | When The Cowboy Sings And Country Music One