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Meaning
He is saying that George Jones and Johnny Paycheck are highly respected, even though they had reputations for being much wilder than he sees himself as being. The line mixes admiration with self-comparison, suggesting he measures himself against famous outlaws in country music.
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Originally said in English.
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About Hank Williams III
American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist
Hank Williams III is an American singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Working mainly in country music, punk rock, and heavy metal, he has released eleven studio albums. He is best known for recording under the name Hank Williams III, and for a career that crosses more than one genre. His first five studio albums were issued on Curb Records, and his work is associated with a blend of country roots and harder-edged styles.
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