The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits
Johnny Cash · 1999
88 min · 30 tracks · blues · rock & roll · traditional folk music
A timeless collection of storytelling and emotion, blending country, blues, and gospel with Cash's distinctive baritone.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- storytelling that captures nostalgia wave-like pacing for deep reflection sing-along participation with friends
- Context
- Released in 1999, this compilation album captures Johnny Cash's prolific career as he was enjoying a resurgence thanks to the 'American Recordings' series. By this time, Cash had already established himself as a cultural icon, having navigated the ups and downs of the music industry since his debut in the 1950s.
- If you like
- blues, rock & roll, traditional folk music
The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits is an album by Johnny Cash, released in 1999. A timeless collection of storytelling and emotion, blending country, blues, and gospel with Cash's distinctive baritone. This album not only showcases some of Cash's most beloved tracks but also achieved significant chart success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. It further solidified Cash's legacy as a leading figure in American music and introduced his work to new generations through its accessibility. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits sound like?
A timeless collection of storytelling and emotion, blending country, blues, and gospel with Cash's distinctive baritone. Rooted in blues and rock & roll.
What makes The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits by Johnny Cash notable?
This album not only showcases some of Cash's most beloved tracks but also achieved significant chart success, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Country Albums chart. It further solidified Cash's legacy as a leading figure in American music and introduced his work to new generations through its accessibility. Released in 1999, this compilation album captures Johnny Cash's prolific career as he was enjoying a resurgence thanks to the 'American Recordings' series. By this time, Cash had already established himself as a cultural icon, having navigated the ups and downs of the music industry since his debut in the 1950s.
Who is The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits for?
The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits works well if you're into storytelling that captures nostalgia, wave-like pacing for deep reflection and sing-along participation with friends.
How many songs are on The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits?
The Man in Black – His Greatest Hits has 30 tracks, running approximately 88 minutes.
Tracklist
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Disc 1
- 1 Folsom Prison Blues (live) Standout 2:46
- 2 I Walk the Line 2:46
- 3 Guess Things Happen That Way 1:52
- 4 Jackson 2:47
- 5 Ballad of a Teenage Queen 2:13
- 6 Flesh and Blood 2:38
- 7 Daddy Sang Bass 2:21
- 8 A Boy Named Sue (live) Standout 3:49
- 9 Don’t Take Your Guns to Town 3:04
- 10 Ring of Fire Standout 2:39
- 11 There Ain’t No Good Chain Gang 3:18
- 12 Big River 2:32
- 13 The Rebel Johnny Yuma 1:53
- 14 What Is Truth 2:39
- 15 One Piece at a Time 4:02
Disc 2
- 1 Man in Black 2:54
- 2 Understand Your Man 2:44
- 3 There You Go 2:18
- 4 Tennessee Flat-Top Box 2:59
- 5 Girl From the North Country 3:43
- 6 Sunday Morning Coming Down 4:10
- 7 Five Feet High and Rising 1:47
- 8 Orange Blossom Special 3:07
- 9 (Ghost) Riders in the Sky 3:47
- 10 Highwayman 3:04
- 11 If I Were a Carpenter 3:02
- 12 A Thing Called Love 2:33
- 13 The Ballad of Ira Hayes 4:09
- 14 I Still Miss Someone 2:38
- 15 Were You There (When They Crucified My Lord) 3:52
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
88 min 13 sec
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