How Frank Sinatra and Hank Williams Influenced Willie Nelson

Willie Nelson listened to Frank Sinatra on an old-timey record player as a child. That early exposure left its mark on Nelson’s music. He also performs three or four Hank Williams songs every night. Nelson talks about how the tragic country music hero continues to influence him.

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Frank Sinatra inspired him to record "Blue Skies" and Sinatra performed the song because of Bing Crosby. ok, i don't know what i'm saying but this could be true. LOL!