The Very Best Of

Name: The Very Best Of
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Released Date: 01 Jan 2010
Genre: Country

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Johnny Cash, oh Johnny Cash. What can be said about the man in black that hasn't been said before? The Very Best Of is a collection of hits from one of the most iconic figures in country music history.

From the moment you press play, you are transported to a world where train whistles blow through the night, and the sound of a guitar strumming under a desert sky fills your ears. Cash's deep, gravelly voice tells tales of love, loss, hardship, and redemption with a raw honesty that is both captivating and haunting.

Tracks like "Folsom Prison Blues" and "Ring of Fire" are classics for a reason, with their infectious melodies and timeless lyrics that resonate with listeners across generations. Cash's storytelling ability is unparalleled, drawing you in with each word and leaving you hanging on every note.

The Very Best Of showcases Cash's range as an artist, from the bittersweet ballad "Hurt" to the rollicking "Boy Named Sue." Each track is a testament to Cash's talent and influence, cementing his place as one of the greats in music history.

So, grab your cowboy hat, pour yourself a glass of whiskey, and let Johnny Cash serenade you with his tales of love, life, and everything in between. The man in black may be gone, but his music lives on forever in The Very Best Of.

Track Listing

Disc: 1
1. I Walk the Line
2. Folsom Prison Blues
3. Five Feet High and Rising
4. Tennessee Flat-top Box
5. Delia's Gone
6. Forty Shades of Green
7. Busted
8. In the Jailhouse Now
9. I Got Stripes
10. The Rebel - Johnny Yuma
11. I Still Miss Someone
12. Transfusion Blues
13. Big River
14. Ballad of a Teenage Queen
15. In Them Old Cottonfields Back Home
16. So Doggone Lonesome
17. Run Softly Blue River
18. Rock Island Line
19. Frankie's Man, Johnny
20. Oh Lonesome Me
21. Mama's Baby
22. Smiling Bill McCall
23. The Big Battle
24. You Won't Have Far to Go
25. (There'll Be) Peace in the Valley

Disc: 2
1. I'm Free from the Chain Gang Now
2. Get Rhythm
3. Remember the Alamo
4. Don't Take Your Guns to Town
5. Bonanza
6. Hey Porter
7. Guess Things Happen That Way
8. Cry, Cry, Cry
9. Hank and Joe and Me
10. Country Boy
11. My Grandfather's Clock
12. The Ways of a Woman in Love
13. I Want to Go Home
14. The Great Speckled Bird
15. Train of Love
16. Accidentally On Purpose
17. The Caretaker
18. Luther Played the Boogie
19. What Do I Care?
20. Mean-eyed Cat
21. The Man On the Hill
22. Home of the Blues
23. Lost On the Desert
24. Were You There When They Crucified My Lord
25. Bandana (Instrumental)

Disc: 3
1. Ring of Fire
2. A Boy Named Sue
3. I Walk the Line
4. Goodbye Little Darlin
5. Ballad of Ira Hayes
6. Get Rhythm
7. Luther Played the Boogie
8. Cry Cry Cry
9. I Got Stripes
10. Folsom Prison Blues
11. Peace in the Valley
12. Rock Island Line
13. Sunday Morning Coming Down
14. Sixteen Tons
15. If I Were a Carpenter
16. Orange Blossom Special
17. Johnny Cash Show Intro and Theme
18. Folsom Prison Blues
19. So Doggone Lonesome
20. I Walk the Line
21. Get Rhythm
22. Radio KWEM Advertisement
23. Radio Home Equipment Advertisement
24. Overton Park Shell Country Music Jamboree (Radio Ad)
25. Closing Comments and Theme

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About the artist

Johnny Cash

The Man in Black himself, Johnny Cash, was truly larger than life. With a deep timbre in his voice and an outlaw attitude to match, Cash revolutionized the country music scene with his raw and emotive storytelling. Born in Arkansas in 1932, Cash's early years were marked by poverty and hardship. But it was these struggles that fuelled his music, giving it an authenticity and grit that set him apart from his contemporaries. Cash burst onto the music scene in the 1950s with hits like "I Walk the Line" and "Folsom Prison Blues," capturing the hearts of fans with his rebellious spirit and no-nonsense approach to songwriting. His iconic all-black attire and sneering, devil-may-care attitude made him a legend in his own time. But Cash's life was not without its demons. His battles with addiction and personal struggles were well-documented, adding a layer of depth to his music that few could match. Through it all, Cash remained a towering figure in the world of country music, his legacy enduring long after his passing in 2003. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to the world of country music, Johnny Cash's discography is a must-listen for any music aficionado. So grab a coffee (or something a little stronger) and settle in for a wild ride through the life and music of one of the greatest artists of all time. The Man in Black never goes out of style.

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