The Man Comes Around was written and performed by Johnny Cash, released in 2002 as the title track of his American IV: The Man Comes Around. This powerful and evocative song was one of the last Cash wrote before his death and is considered a highlight of his later work. The song's composition came during a period of personal reflection and spiritual contemplation for Cash, who was dealing with health issues while maintaining his creative output. The song's musical arrangement is deliberately minimalist yet impactful, featuring a mix of spoken word and sung lyrics. The inst… read more
Johnny Cash (born J.R. Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American singer, guitarist, actor, songwriter, author. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 90 million records worldwide. Although primarily remembered as a country music icon, his genre-spanning songs and sound embraced rock and roll, rockabilly, blues, folk, and gospel. Cash was known for his deep, calm bass-baritone voice, the distinctive sound of his Tennessee Three backing band characterized by train-sound guitar rhythms, a rebelliousness coupled with an increas… read more
Johnny Cash (born J.R. Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American singer, guitarist, actor, songwriter, author. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, h… read more
Johnny Cash (born J.R. Cash; February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003) was an American singer, guitarist, actor, songwriter, author. He is one of the best-selling music artists of all time, having sold more than 90 million records worldw… read more