Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash – Jackson
“Jackson” is a song written by Billy Edd Wheeler and recorded by Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash. It was released in 1967 as the second single from their album Carryin’ On with Johnny Cash & June Carter. The song reached number four on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and became a gold record.
Background and composition
“Jackson” was written by Billy Edd Wheeler in 1965. The song is a country ballad about a couple who are on the run from the law. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of a couple who are in love and desperate.
Recording and production
“Jackson” was recorded at the Columbia Recording Studio in Nashville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Don Law.
The recording features Johnny Cash and June Carter Cash on vocals. Cash’s vocals are deep and resonant, and Carter Cash’s vocals are high and sweet. The song’s instrumentation is simple, yet effective, with a driving beat and a catchy melody.
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“Jackson” is a beautiful and moving song that will be cherished for generations to come.
Here are some additional details about the song:
- The song was written by Billy Edd Wheeler in 1965.
- It was released in 1967 as the second single from the album Carryin’ On with Johnny Cash & June Carter.
- The song reached number four on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and became a gold record.
- “Jackson” has been covered by many artists, including Alan Jackson, Waylon Jennings, and Willie Nelson.