The Highwaymen and Their Impact

The video explores the legendary country music supergroup, The Highwaymen, consisting of Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, and Kris Kristofferson. It highlights their influence on country music and their rebellious approach to the industry, particularly Waylon Jennings' defiance of Nashville norms. Personal reflections reveal the deep admiration for these icons, who not only shaped country music but also left a lasting legacy in American music. The video concludes with a promotion for the documentary 'The Highwaymen: Friends Till the End' on American Masters.

Who were the members of The Highwaymen?

• Garth Brooks, Alan Jackson, George Strait, Randy Travis

• Merle Haggard, Hank Williams, George Jones, Buck Owens

• Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, Johnny Cash, Kris Kristofferson

• Elvis Presley, Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins

What did the narrator describe as some of the best times of their life?

• Recording a solo album

• Touring with Elvis Presley

• Writing a hit song

• Performing with The Highwaymen

How did Waylon Jennings challenge the Nashville music community?

• By collaborating with pop artists

• By creating his own music style

• By following traditional music norms

• By refusing to perform live

What was the approach of The Highwaymen to their live performances?

• They focused on solo performances

• They avoided performing their hit songs

• They treated each show as if it were their last

• They performed only in small venues

What did The Highwaymen make people love, according to the narrator?

• Classical music

• Jazz music

• Rock and roll

• Country and American music