: Howard's personal favorite was " No Charge ," which became a #1 hit for Melba Montgomery in 1974. Other notable works include " Busted " (Patty Loveless, Johnny Russell), " Pick Me Up on Your Way Down " (Charlie Walker), and " Streets of Baltimore " (Bobby Bare).
: His work continues to be covered by modern artists, including Patty Loveless and Willie Nelson, ensuring his "three chords and the truth" philosophy remains a staple of the American musical soul. Harlan Howard Son9sH4rlanH0w4rd rar
: He was close friends with comedian Don Bowman, who even recorded a track titled " Dear Harlan Howard ". : Howard's personal favorite was " No Charge
Harlan Howard penned over throughout his career. Born in Detroit and raised on Michigan farms during the Depression, his songwriting often captured the gritty, tragic, and "shaky" side of human relationships, which he believed represented the true drama of country music. Harlan Howard : He was close friends with