Johnny Cash

Songwriter: Frank Miller Terry Gilkyson Richard Dehr

Producer: Rick Rubin

[Verse 1]
Take one fresh and tender kiss
Add one stolen night of bliss

[Chorus 1]
One girl, one boy, some grief, some joy
Memories are made of this

[Verse 2]
Don't forget a small moonbeam
Fold it lightly with a dream

[Chorus 2]
Your lips and mine to sip the wine
Memories are made of this

[Bridge]
Then at the wedding bells
One house where lovers dwell
Three little kids for the flavor
Stir carefully through the day
See how the flavor stays
These are the dreams that we will savor

[Verse 3]
With His blessings from above
Serve it generously with love

[Chorus]
One man, one wife, one love for life
Memories are made of this
Memories are made of this
Memories are made of this

Johnny Cash (26 February 1932 – 12 September 2003) was an iconic singer and songwriter who primarily operated in the genre of country music, but was an integral figure in the popularization of rock and roll. One of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, he was inducted into the country, rock and roll and gospel Music Hall of Fame.

Known for his somber and humble stage demeanor, he almost always started his concerts with a simple “Hello, I’m Johnny Cash.”

Much of his catalog focuses on the human condition, sorrow, oppression and the hope of redemption. And his catalog is huge, rivaling that of Hank Williams Sr., David Bowie and Prince. Starting in the 50s and ending just before his death in 2003, his deep baritone voice is instantly recognized by music lovers the world over.

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