Johnny Cash – The Highwayman
“The Highwayman” is a song written by Jimmy Webb and originally recorded by him on his 1977 album El Mirage. The song has been covered by many artists, including Johnny Cash, who released his version in 1985 on his album Highwayman. Cash’s version of the song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Male Vocal Performance in 1986.
Background and composition
“The Highwayman” was written by Jimmy Webb in 1977. The song is a ballad about a highwayman who is hanged for his crimes. The song’s lyrics are full of vivid imagery and detail, and they paint a powerful picture of a man who is both feared and respected.
Recording and production
Johnny Cash’s version of “The Highwayman” was recorded in 1985 at the House of Cash Studios in Hendersonville, Tennessee. The song was produced by Rick Rubin.
The recording features Cash’s vocals accompanied by a simple acoustic guitar arrangement. Cash’s vocals are warm and expressive, and they perfectly convey the emotion of the song.
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“The Highwayman” 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 originally written and recorded by Jimmy Webb in 1977.
- Johnny Cash’s version of the song was released in 1985 on his album Highwayman.
- The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart and won the Grammy Award for Best Country Male Vocal Performance in 1986.
- “The Highwayman” has been covered by many artists, including Willie Nelson, Waylon Jennings, and Kris Kristofferson.