Introduction
Willie Nelson Pokes Fun at Death Rumors in Hilarious ‘Still Not Dead’ Video
Country music legend Willie Nelson is proving once again that humor is one of the best antidotes to rumor. In his lighthearted and comical video for the song “Still Not Dead,” Nelson addresses the persistent hoaxes and internet gossip about his supposed passing—with a wink, a grin, and plenty of classic Willie charm.
Released as part of his 2017 album God’s Problem Child, the video features Nelson strumming his guitar and strolling through his ranch, alive and well despite what the tabloids might say. The song’s lyrics, delivered with his signature laid-back twang, tackle the rumors head-on: “I woke up still not dead again today,” he sings, with tongue firmly in cheek.
The video itself is filled with playful imagery—shots of headlines falsely announcing his death, interrupted by scenes of Nelson laughing, playing music, and enjoying life. It’s clear the 91-year-old outlaw country icon isn’t just alive—he’s thriving, and very much in on the joke.
Nelson wrote the song in response to the repeated false reports of his death that have circulated online over the years. Rather than get angry, he decided to turn it into art. “I got tired of reading I was dead,” he once said in an interview. “So I figured I might as well sing about it.”
Fans were quick to celebrate the video when it dropped, flooding social media with relief, laughter, and admiration. Many praised Willie for addressing the topic in such a refreshing and humorous way, while others were just grateful for another new song from the country icon.
In the end, “Still Not Dead” is more than just a witty comeback—it’s a testament to Nelson’s resilience, creativity, and enduring spirit. As he sings in the final verse, “I run up and down the road making music as I go, they say my pace would kill a normal man—but I’ve never been normal.”
And that’s exactly why the world loves him.