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In Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die, Willie Nelson muses about his greatest influences and the things that are most important to him, and celebrates the family, friends, and colleagues who have blessed his remarkable journey. Willie riffs on everything, from music to poker, Texas to Nashville, and more. He shares the outlaw wisdom he has acquired over the course of eight decades, along with favorite jokes and insights from family, bandmates, and close friends. Rare family pictures, beautiful artwork created by his son, Micah Nelson, and lyrics to classic songs punctuate these charming and poignant memories.
A road journal written in Willie Nelson's inimitable, homespun voice and a fitting tribute to America’s greatest traveling bard, Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die—introduced by another favorite son of Texas, Kinky Friedman—is a deeply personal look into the heart and soul of a unique man and one of the greatest artists of our time, a songwriter and performer whose legacy will endure for generations to come.
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"Willie Nelson is quite a character and you get to see that in this book. He jumps around a lot with no transition from one chapter to the next but it's classic "I do what I want and if you don't like it, piss off" outlaw style. There is a mixture of nostalgia, family, poems/songs, jokes, current journal entries, and plenty of his musings and insights into the world. He is a big family man and his wife, kids, and sister all have little snippets on what it was like growing up with him and what he has taught them along the way. I don't think I've ever finished a book as quickly as I finished this one. It will definitely remain on my book shelf to be picked up at anytime for a good laugh. Thanks, Willie."
— Kate (5 out of 5 stars)
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“Nelson’s unmistakable voice shines through…Funny, inspirational, and bawdy, with a well-honed sense of humor.”
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“A memoir-cum-inspirational tale that’s right for the holidays.”
— Library Journal -
“Vintage Willie…unghosted journal entries written while on the road. Augmenting those totes are stories, jokes, photographs, and reflections from Nelson friends, bandmates, and family. Free-spirited Kinky Friedman provides a warm-hearted introduction to the book.”
— Barnes&Noble.com
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A New York Times bestseller
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An Amazon Editor’s Top Pick of the Month
Roll Me Up and Smoke Me When I Die Listener Reviews
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" Fantastic, enjoyable and quick read. Not just a peek into Willie's mind, but actually a great look into his entire family. My kind of book, not just a linear "history", but a book written while on the road that gives a peek into his mind and soul, and gets considerable input from his sons, his daughters, his sister and his wife. The introduction by Kinky Friedman is worth the price of admission alone. "
— Kip, 2/5/2014 -
" Funny and engaging memoir by a music legend. "
— Mark, 1/26/2014 -
" This was an impulse buy because I needed something light to read after slogging through something pretty dense. I don't know what I was expecting, but maybe something along the lines of Agassi's "Open," which is a great read. This book is definitely not in that class. I recommend taking the time you'd spend reading this and listening to the music instead. The music I can recommend without hesitation... "
— Erich, 1/25/2014 -
" I'll read anything of, for, by Willie. Not too meaty, but he doesn't have to say much to state his point about the things he believes are just and those that aren't. "
— Shaun, 1/24/2014 -
" Felt like I was given a copy of Willie's journals. Loved it "
— Jean, 1/23/2014 -
" I'm a life-long Willie fan; this read made me love him even more. He is a loving father, a loyal friend, a great storyteller, and a wise ol granddaddy. (Rotten jokes not withstanding.) This quick read provides a lifetime of heart. "
— Kelly, 1/23/2014 -
" This was a pretty jumbled mix of musings by our dear Willie. It was quirky and cute but I would only read it if you are a Willie fan. "
— Erica, 1/17/2014 -
" This isn't terribly well written. It is kind of a mish mash, more like a diary or odd ramblings. If you are a Willie Nelson fan it is something you'll want to check out. "
— Sharla, 1/12/2014 -
" interesting to appoint some it was slow but it did have humor in which I like "
— Bernice, 12/8/2013 -
" Love his music! Thought I'd give it a whirl.....well worth it! Totally Family! "
— larry, 12/3/2013 -
" The Tao of Willie! "
— Tracy, 12/1/2013 -
" Willie Nelson oughtta run for President. That is all. Good book by a good guy. Read it, and laugh. "
— Kaylynn, 11/22/2013 -
" Little stories and snippets. "Musings" an appropriate title word. Reads like a journal. A different little autobiography for Willie fans. "
— Hillary, 11/8/2013 -
" Very pleasant and amusing book. Nice gift book. "
— David, 9/4/2013 -
" I love Willie's music. Very interesting read. Like spending an afternoon with Willie reminiscing about his life. "
— Janice, 8/27/2013 -
" I personally love everything about Willie Nelson so it's no surprise I found this book insightful, funny and endearing. Love you Willie Nelson!!!! "
— Wendi, 8/25/2013 -
" Random, yet wonderful... but I am a huge Willie fan! "
— Megan, 7/8/2013 -
" OK book.... entertaining. "
— Liz, 6/27/2013 -
" He jumps around from subject to subject. Very disappointing. "
— Angie, 4/30/2013 -
" Nada, not worth the read unless you can roll it up and smoke it. "
— Jill, 4/8/2013 -
" Fun and heart felt. I read it in little pieces. It was like Willie was giving me little pieces of advice everyday. Willie talks about family and friends a lot, and he has friends fill some of the pages up with their own words about him. Overall a good family book. "
— Alex, 3/23/2013 -
" Funny, heartwarming and crazy! "
— Marci, 2/15/2013 -
" If you want to know more about Willie Nelson, I suggest you read this book. Not only does he have much talent, but so does his son, who did illustrations. I gave it 3 stars, but may give it more after careful consideration and another look. "
— Jeannie, 2/11/2013 -
" Full of rambling stories and thoughts but could one expect more? "
— Jennifer, 12/24/2012
About the Authors
Willie Nelson Willie Nelson is one of the most popular, prolific, and influential songwriters and singers in the history of American music. He has recorded more than one hundred albums over six decades, appeared in several films, and written two New York Times bestsellers, It’s a Long Story and The Facts of Life and Other Dirty Jokes. He was inducted in the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1993.
Kinky Friedman (1944–2024) was an American writer, singer, songwriter, politician, and humorist in the mold of popular satirists Will Rogers and Mark Twain. He was the author of twenty books, founder of the band Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys, and cofounder of Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch, a “never-kill” sanctuary for stray and abused animals. He has also written for publications such as Rolling Stone and Texas Monthly.
About Tom Stechschulte
Tom Stechschulte (1948–2021) was an acclaimed narrator and winner of the prestigious Audie Award for Best Narration. He had been a college athlete and business major when a friend dared him to audition for a play. He got the part and traded the locker room for the dressing room, eventually taking him to New York City and to recording audiobooks.