Johnny Cash

Released: October 17, 2000

Songwriter: Jeff Lynne Tom Petty

Producer: John Carter Cash Rick Rubin

[Verse 1]
Well I won't back down, no I won't back down
You can stand me up at the gates of hell
But I won't back down
Going to stand my ground, won't be turned around
And I'll keep this world from dragging me down
Going to stand my ground and I won't back down

[Chorus]
Hey baby, there is no easy way out
Hey I will stand my ground and I won't back down

[Verse 2]
Well I know what's right, I got just one life
In a world that keeps on pushing me around
But I stand my ground and I won't back down

[Chorus]

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.

From the albums

American III: Solitary Man (2000)
The Legend of Johnny Cash Vol. II (2006)

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