Johnny Cash

John R. Cash (born J. R. Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American singer-songwriter. Much of Cash’s music contained themes of sorrow, moral tribulation, and redemption, especially in the later stages of his career.^[4][5] He was known for his deep, calm bass-baritone voice,^[a][6] the distinctive sound of his Tennessee Three backing band characterized by train-like chugging guitar rhythms, a rebelliousness^[7][8] coupled with an increasingly somber and humble demeanor,^[4] free prison concerts,^[9] and a trademark all-black stage wardrobe which earned him the nickname “The Man in Black”