I take a whole life story and compress it into three minutes.
About Harlan Howard
Harlan Perry Howardwas an American songwriter, principally in country music. In a career spanning six decades, Howard is credited with writing more than 4,000 songs, over 100 of which reached country music’s Top 10.
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Country music is three chords and the truth.
American country music songwriter (1927-2002)
A lot of songs you write are just for exercise – just pencil sharpeners.
American country music songwriter (1927-2002)
Work is both my living and my pleasure.
American country music songwriter (1927-2002)
I take a whole life story and compress it into three minutes.
American country music songwriter (1927-2002)
I’m always collecting emotions for future reference.
American country music songwriter (1927-2002)