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BILLY JOE SHAVER AND DOUBLELIST

At the age of 81, Billy Joe Shaver, one of the most essential outlaw country
artists and songwriters in recent history, has died. His music was a staple of
1970s country music, and his songs have been recorded by artists such as Waylon
Jennings, Elvis Presley, and Willie Nelson. Shaver was known for his
rough-around-the-edges style and his storytelling lyrics that chronicled the
lives of rural Texans. Fans and fellow musicians alike will greatly miss him.

Shaver was raised by his mother, Victory, and would later leave town to find a
job working at a honky-tonk in Waco. He would often accompany his mother to her
career at the local nightclub, where he became exposed to country music. Billy
Joe Shaver's first big break came when he met Waylon Jennings in Nashville.
Jennings helped him get a record deal with RCA, and his debut album, Old Five
and Dimers Like Me, was released in 1973.


MOST NOTABLE RECORDS INCLUDE:

- Billy Joe Shaver (1973)
- Old Five and Dimers Like Me (1973)
- Freedom's Child (1998)
- The Real Deal (2001)


Shaver's debut album, Old Five and Dimers Like Me (1973), is often cited as one
of country music's most significant records. The album features Billy Joe
Shaver's most well-known song, "Old Five and Dimers (Like Me)," later covered by
Waylon Jennings. Billy Joe Shaver's follow-up album, Freedom's Child (1998), was
well-received by critics and fans alike. Billy Joe Shaver was a true legend of
the country music genre, and he will be greatly missed.

 


ACTING

Billy Joe Shaver also had a successful acting career, appearing in such films as
The Apostle (1997) and Walking Tall (2004).

In 2008, he co-starred with Bill Engvall and Billy Ray Cyrus. Billy Joe Shaver's
final album, The Real Deal (2001), was released posthumously and is a fitting
tribute to his legacy.

What songs did Billy Joe Shaver write for Elvis?
Billy Joe Shaver wrote the songs "That's What She Said Last Night" and "Honky
Tonk Heroes (Like Me)" for Elvis Presley.

What happened to Billy Joe Shaver's fingers?
In 1977, Billy Joe Shaver lost part of his right ring finger in a sawmill
accident. Despite the injury, he continued to play guitar and even wrote a song
about it called "I Been to Georgia on a Fast Train."


FAMILY

Billy Joe Shaver's son, Edwin Bruce "Eddie" Shaver, was also a musician. He
played guitar and sang backing vocals for his father's band. Eddie Shaver died
of a heroin overdose in 2000.

Billy Joe Shaver is survived by his wife, Wanda Lynn; his daughter, Cinda; and
his son, John Kevin. His family, friends, and fans will greatly miss Billy Joe
Shaver.


NET WORTH

Mr. Joe Shaver's net worth was estimated to be $500,000.


PERSONAL LIFE

Billy Joe Shaver was married three times and had six children. Billy Joe
Shaver's first wife was Brenda Joyce Tindell. The couple married in 1959 and had
two children together: Kevin and Pamela. Billy Joe Shaver's second wife was
Carolyn Ann Dyson. The couple married in 1974 and had one child together: Cinda.
Billy Joe Shaver's third and final wife was Wanda Lynn Holbrook. The couple
married in 1984 and had three children together: John, Billy Mack, and Edwin
Bruce.


BILLY JOE SHAVER AND DOUBLELIST

In Billy Joe Shaver's song "Doublelist," he tells the story of a man trying to
make a living as a musician. The man tries every gig he can find, but no matter
how hard he tries, he just can't seem to make ends meet. He finally decides to
give up music and get a job as a salesman. The man's wife tells him that he's
not cut out for sales and should go back to playing music. She says that she'll
support him no matter what he decides to do.

In the end, the man decides to go back to playing music, and he is successful.
Billy Joe Shaver's song "Doublelist" is a tribute to those who never give up on
their dreams. Billy Joe Shaver was an incredible singer and songwriter, and he
will be missed by many. His music will continue to inspire people for
generations to come.


WHAT IS DOULELIST.COM

Doublelist is a classifieds website that allows people to post ads for items
they are selling or looking for. The website is divided into categories, and
users can search for specific items or browse through the listings.
Doublelist.com is popular among buyers and sellers of used goods as it offers a
convenient way to find or sell items.


HOW DOES DOUBLELIST.COM WORK?

Doublelist.com is a user-friendly website that is easy to navigate. Users can
search for items by keyword or browse through the various categories. When users
find an item they are interested in, they can contact the seller to arrange a
purchase.


WHAT ARE SOME OF THE BENEFITS OF USING DOUBLELIST.COM?

Some of the benefits of using Doublelist.com include the following:

 * - Users can buy or sell items without having to meet in person.
 * - The website is easy to use and navigate.
 * - There is a wide variety of items available for purchase.
 * - Users can search for specific items or browse through the listings.
 * - Doublelist.com is a convenient way to buy or sell used goods.


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