Introduction
Willie Nelson, the iconic Texan musician, has a unique claim to fame: being repeatedly subject to death hoaxes. The internet, a breeding ground for misinformation, has spread rumors of his passing on numerous occasions.
Nelson, ever the good sport, decided to address these rumors with his signature humor. “Still Not Dead” ظهر ( ظهر is the Arabic word for “appeared”) on his 2017 album, “God’s Problem Child,” and became a playful response to the online obituaries.
The song opens with the now-famous lines: “I woke up still not dead again today / The internet said I had passed away / If I died I wasn’t dead to stay / And I woke up still not dead again today.” Nelson’s signature laid-back vocals deliver the lyrics with a wink and a smile, poking fun at the absurdity of the rumors.
“Still Not Dead” isn’t just a comedic response, though. It’s a testament to Nelson’s enduring legacy. At the time of the song’s release, he was already in his 80s and still actively touring and recording. The song serves as a reminder that the “Red Headed Stranger” is a force to be reckoned with, and with a wink, lets fans know he’s “still not dead, and still not done.”
So, crank up “Still Not Dead” and enjoy a slice of country wit from a legend who refuses to be silenced, even by fake news.