Surprise, folks! Just when you thought you knew everything about Willie Nelson, the country legend drops a bombshell in his new autobiography, “Me and Paul: Untold Stories of a Fabled Friendship.” Prepare yourself; this revelation is bound to give you all the feels and then some!
Yes, you heard it right. The autobiography, released this month, is a tribute to his lifelong friend Paul English. And much like his famous song “Me and Paul,” the book immortalizes his right-hand man, who also stepped into roles as his accountant, bodyguard, and drummer. That’s one loyal friend!
But that’s not where the story ends. Willie dives into some deep, personal territory, recounting seven decades of friendship with Paul English. But brace yourself. Here’s where things take an unexpected turn. Willie Nelson candidly confesses to a suicide attempt in his younger years. Cue the gasps!
A night at a bar took a dark turn when the singer of “Seven Spanish Angels” found himself so desperate that he laid his head on a train track, seeking an escape from his troubled thoughts. Fortunately, fate had other plans, and Willie walked back to the bar 15 minutes later to, believe it or not, down more alcoholic beverages. Now, we do not condone drinking away your sorrows, but Willie seems to have navigated those turbulent waters his own way.
However, life had a surprise waiting for him. Patsy Cline’s recording of his song in 1961 turned things around, setting him firmly on the path to stardom. The era marked a defining moment in his career, a true phoenix rising from the ashes scenario.
An inside source claims Willie felt an overwhelming pressure to prove his worth. Rather than succumb to his dark thoughts, Nelson remarkably turned his life around, seemingly preferring to ‘die on stage’ doing what he loves most – performing. Talk about resilience!
And here’s the kicker: Willie Nelson isn’t planning to hang up his guitar anytime soon. Nope! The singer has no intention of leaving the music business. In fact, he’s more determined than ever to keep strumming those strings and belting out tunes.
In an interview with Parade, Willie revealed that he’s not keen on worrying about how much time he has left. Instead, his focus is on living his life to the fullest and making every moment count. “Pay for the Day,” one of his songs, encapsulates his philosophy. His advice? Do something every day that keeps you going. For Willie, this means a bit of exercise, a touch of jogging, and lots of singing—good for the lungs and the soul!
When quizzed about his secret to a happy life, Willie had some sage advice: think positively. This mindset was his anchor during his darkest days when he flirted with the idea of ending it all. Now that’s what we call turning negatives into positives!
The future looks bright for Willie Nelson fans. The country icon has no plans of slowing down and plans to continue performing live gigs for years to come. So keep those cowboy boots ready because Willie Nelson shows no signs of riding off into the sunset just yet!
