"Honky Tonk Hero", Billy Joe Shaver's own story is available at bookstores and on-line now
"now I just thought I'd mention, my grandma's old age pension is the reason why I'm standing here today"
pictures originally published in Journal of Country Music (thank you Maggie and Pearl)
Here are some links to interesting and insightful articles on God's own singer of songs
Pure Music Interview Austin Chronicle Panhandle Pearl Thirsty Ear