About The Song
The “Medley” performed by Jerry Reed and Marty Robbins is a collaborative showcase from their 1978 appearance on the *Marty Robbins Spotlight* variety show. This performance features a medley of classic country songs, highlighting the duo’s vocal and instrumental talents. Recorded live, it includes hits like “When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again,” “I’m Ragged But I’m Right,” and a blend of “Old Dan Tucker” with Bill Monroe’s “Uncle Pen.”
The medley was produced as part of the television special, with no specific single release, but it has been preserved through YouTube uploads and fan discussions. The arrangement features Reed’s guitar work alongside Robbins’ smooth vocals, supported by a live band including Kenny Penny on guitar and Hoot Hester on fiddle. The performance runs approximately 5-6 minutes, depending on the edit.
The lyrics span multiple songs, starting with “When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again,” a 1941 tune by Wiley Walker and Gene Sullivan, covered by artists like Elvis Presley. It transitions to George Jones’ “I’m Ragged But I’m Right” and ends with a lively folk mix, showcasing their versatility. The medley pays homage to country music legends, reflecting the genre’s rich history.
This performance captured the chemistry between Reed, known for “Amos Moses,” and Robbins, famous for “El Paso,” blending humor and nostalgia. It aired during a time when both were established stars, with Reed adding comedic flair and Robbins delivering soulful notes.
The medley contributed to the legacy of both artists, resonating with fans through its energetic delivery. It remains a cherished moment, often shared online, reflecting their influence on country music.
Jerry Reed, born March 20, 1937, in Atlanta, Georgia, and Marty Robbins, born September 26, 1925, in Glendale, Arizona, promoted this through the show. Reed passed away on September 1, 2008, and Robbins on December 8, 1982, leaving this collaboration as a testament to their talents.
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Lyric
[When My Blue Moon Turns to Gold Again]
When my blue moon turns to gold again
When the rainbow turns the clouds away
When my blue moon turns to gold again
I’ll be with you, my love, to stay[I’m Ragged But I’m Right]
I’m ragged but I’m right
I’m ragged but I’m right
I’m down to seeds and stems
But I’m a-gonna make it through the night[Old Dan Tucker / Uncle Pen]
Old Dan Tucker was a fine old man
Washed his face in a frying pan
Combed his hair with a wagon wheel
And died with a toothache in his heel[Uncle Pen transition]
Oh, the boys all shout when Uncle Pen starts to play
Oh, the boys all shout when Uncle Pen starts to play
With his fiddle and his bow, he makes them spirits flow
Oh, the boys all shout when Uncle Pen starts to play