Name: Hey Good Lookin': The Hits 1949-53
Brand: Hank Williams

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2023-10-20

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Hank Williams

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Hank Williams was a legendary American country singer and songwriter, widely regarded as one of the most celebrated and influential artists in the country music field. Born on September 17, 1923 in Mount Olive, Alabama, USA, Williams wrote and performed iconic songs such as "Your Cheatin' Heart," "Hey Good Lookin'," and "I Saw The Light." Despite his untimely death at the age of 29 on January 1, 1953 in Oak Hill, West Virginia, USA, his impact on country music continues to resonate.

Throughout his career, Hank Williams had a profound influence on the genre with his heartfelt lyrics and distinctive voice. He was married to Audrey Sheppard from 1944 to 1952 before marrying Billie Jean Jones in 1952 until his passing. As a father to Hank Williams Jr., Jett Williams, and grandfather to Hank Williams III, Holly Williams, and Hilary Williams (son Hank III), he left behind a lasting musical legacy that spans generations.

In recognition of his immense talent and contributions to country music history, Hank Williams was posthumously honored with numerous inductions into prestigious halls of fame. In 1961, he became one of the three original members inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame. Additionally, he was welcomed into the Songwriters Hall of Fame in 1970 and received induction into the Rock And Roll Hall of Fame in 1987 for his early influence

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Hank Williams was one of the single most important and influential artists in the history of country music, providing a template for which a host of country stars successfully followed during the decades after his tragically premature death in 1953 at the age of 29. He was a recording artist for just six years, yet he had around thirty-five country chart hits, including eleven No. 1s. His songs have been recorded by, and provided hits for, dozens of artists across just about every genre over the years. This 16-track collection features all Hanks chart toppers alongside the majority of his 2nd place finishes and provides a great snapshot of country music's biggest icon. It is not only a showcase for his unique talent but an insight into a song writing and performing style which was central to the development of country music. Included in this collection are the massive chart toppers Lovesick Blues, Long Gone Lonesome Blues, Why Don't You Love Me, Moanin' The Blues, Cold, Cold Heart, Hey Good Lookin' Jambalaya, I'll Never Get Out Of This World Alive, Kaw Liga, Your Cheating Heart and Take These Chains From My Heart. With broken marriage, alcohol dependence and drug addiction featuring heavily in his life, he skilfully captured these personal demons in his song writing and performance creating the template for country acts to follow paving the way for others to articulate their own intimate feelings.

Hey Good Lookin': The Hits 1949-53

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Discover Hey Good Lookin': The Hits 1949-53 by Hank Williams. A collection of his chart-topping country hits, showcasing his unique talent and influential songwriting style. Label: Acrobat.