Johnny 99
Johnny Cash · 1983
36 min · 10 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A raw blend of heartfelt storytelling and bluesy rhythms that reflect life’s struggles and resilience.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- heartfelt storytelling with raw emotion steady pacing for reflective listening narrative flow through life struggles
- Context
- Released in 1983, 'Johnny 99' came during a resurgence in Johnny Cash's career, following his signing with Columbia Records after a period of commercial decline. This album showcased Cash's deepening interest in storytelling through song, particularly with themes of justice and redemption, which became central to his later work.
- If you like
- blues, rock & roll, traditional folk music
Johnny 99 is an album by Johnny Cash, released in 1983. A raw blend of heartfelt storytelling and bluesy rhythms that reflect life’s struggles and resilience. 'Johnny 99' is notable for its critical reception, particularly for its poignant title track which highlights the plight of the working class. The album helped reinforce Cash's position as a voice for the marginalized, contributing to the outlaw country movement that challenged the mainstream norms of country music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Johnny 99 sound like?
A raw blend of heartfelt storytelling and bluesy rhythms that reflect life’s struggles and resilience. Rooted in blues and rock & roll.
What makes Johnny 99 by Johnny Cash notable?
'Johnny 99' is notable for its critical reception, particularly for its poignant title track which highlights the plight of the working class. The album helped reinforce Cash's position as a voice for the marginalized, contributing to the outlaw country movement that challenged the mainstream norms of country music. Released in 1983, 'Johnny 99' came during a resurgence in Johnny Cash's career, following his signing with Columbia Records after a period of commercial decline. This album showcased Cash's deepening interest in storytelling through song, particularly with themes of justice and redemption, which became central to his later work.
Who is Johnny 99 for?
Johnny 99 works well if you're into heartfelt storytelling with raw emotion, steady pacing for reflective listening and narrative flow through life struggles.
How many songs are on Johnny 99?
Johnny 99 has 10 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Highway Patrolman Standout 5:23
- 2 That’s the Truth 2:48
- 3 God Bless Robert E Lee Standout 3:46
- 4 New Cut Road 3:37
- 5 Johnny 99 Standout 3:37
- 6 Ballad of the Ark 2:57
- 7 Joshua Gone Barbados 5:11
- 8 Girl From the Canyon 2:40
- 9 Brand New Dance 3:28
- 10 I’m Ragged but I’m Right 2:38
Release Date
January 1, 1983
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
36 min 8 sec
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