Drifting Cowboy18 Des 2025

Ward Davis

Country songwriter Ward Davis joins Drifting Cowboy for a raw, no-filter conversation about his path through modern outlaw country — including the unbelievable moment Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard both recorded his song “Unfair Weather Friend.”Ward tells the full story behind how that song came together, what it meant to have two all-time legends cut the same song, and how that moment reshaped his career. He also talks about his longtime friendship with Cody Jinks, recording with Clint Black, and navigating success outside the Nashville system.Along the way, Ward shares a powerful story about meeting Kris Kristofferson and performing a show with him, offering rare insight into one of country music’s most respected icons.This episode is about songwriting, grit, loyalty, and the quiet moments that define a career — the parts most people never hear.If you care about real country music, the writers behind the songs, and the stories that live off the radio dial, this episode is for you.🎙️ Drifting Cowboy PodcastHosted by Dillon WeldonNew episodes featuring legendary artists, songwriters, and untold stories from country music history.Ward Davis, Ward Davis podcast, Ward Davis interview, Willie Nelson, Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson Merle Haggard song, Unfair Weather Friend, Kris Kristofferson, Ward Davis Kris Kristofferson, Cody Jinks, Ward Davis Cody Jinks, Clint Black, outlaw country, modern outlaw country, country songwriting, songwriter podcast, country music podcast, behind the songs country music, Texas country music, independent country artists, Drifting Cowboy podcast, Dillon Weldon, country music history, Nashville songwriting

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