The Saddest

Hank Williams Songs

Country artist Hank Williams was known for his numerous hit songs. Even if you’re not a fan of country music, chances are you know at least a few of his famous tunes. Williams lived a hard life, and he reflected that in his lyrics. So we decided to learn more about the King of Country Music and the sad songs he made so famous. Let’s jump in!

About Hank Williams

About Hank Williams

Hiram “Hank” Williams was born on September 17, 1923, in Mount Olive, Alabama. His dad, Elonzo, worked as a railroad engineer for a lumber company. Hank Williams would use the style learned from Payne in most of his later songs. Until 1937, Williams went by his birth name of Hiram. But by the age of 14, he decided Hank suited him better for playing blues music.

The Saddest Hank Williams Songs

The Saddest Hank Williams Songs

Your Cheatin’ Heart About the Song: Hank Williams often wrote from personal experience. In this case, the divorce from his first wife, Audrey, inspired the lyrics. It’s pretty clear why that marriage ended.

The Saddest Hank Williams Songs

The Saddest Hank Williams Songs

Moanin’ the Blues About the Song: There’s no chance a song with this title is anything but sad. Williams seems to confess in these lyrics that he didn’t always treat his lady right. You can hear Hank Williams playing the drums in this number. Only one other song he wrote, Kaw-Liga, features him on drums.

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