Age Ain’t Nothing but a Number for Hank Williams Jr. as He Drops It Low During “Weatherman” Performance

While a country singer known to blend genres like rock, blues, and country, Hank Williams Jr. was also an accomplished musician who could play the guitar, banjo, keyboard, saxophone, harmonica, drums, and even the fiddle.

Having spent a lifetime in country music, the singer found inspiration from singers including Earl Scruggs, Merle Haggard, and Johnny Cash. Although Williams Jr. continued to perform, he watched many fellow singers walk off the stage for the last time. And with the star turning 76 next month, he recently proved that age was just a number when he got low during a performance of “Weatherman.”

Given his legacy in country music and his age, many fans wondered when exactly Williams Jr. would decide to end his career. Already holding several accolades, the singer landed in the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2020. But no matter his age or years of experience, Williams Jr. showed just how much fun he has on stage when he quickly dropped to the ground and started revving an imaginary motorcycle. Without missing a beat, the singer jumped right back up and continued to perform.
Shocked by how well Williams Jr. moved at 75 years old, fans commented about how surprised they were. “I’m just impressed that he can drop it and get back up.” One fan insisted, “He’s got almost 20 years on me and there’s no way I could do that!” One comment had a little fun with the moment, suggesting, “Showing off his knee replacement surgery.”

Justin Moore Believed Hank Williams Jr. Deserved More Praise

Although thrilled over the legacy he fashioned in country music, country singer Justin Moore once discussed how Williams Jr. was often overlooked in the genre.

Influenced by the famous singer, Moore considered him to be like Elvis Presley. “He was kinda like the Elvis Presley of the music that I wanted to make. And he was huge at the time that I was growin’ up learnin’ to love country music. He played every instrument, he wrote his songs, and he sang about how I was growin’ up and all that stuff.”

Never losing his love for Williams Jr., Moore believed country music owed more praise to the talented star. “[It] sounds ridiculous when you think of all the things that he’s done and won and all the huge hits he’s had. But I don’t think people realize how talented he is. There’s not a guy in country music history who’s had a better vocal range, low to high, period. There’s not been an artist who’s been a better musician overall than him, ever, in the history of country music.” He continued, “There’s not been a better songwriter ever in the history of country music, in my opinion.”

With Moore grateful for what Williams Jr. did for music and his own career, he concluded, “He deserves all the credit that he can get for his artistry.”