Gershon Wolf Poet Rhyme

The Legendary Johnny Cash

The legendary Johnny Cash
   Alcoholic, 'white trash'
His initials -- J.C. -- helped him
   Come all the way back

From drunken bouts
   Of Despair and Depression
This self-styled 'Man in Black'
   His Cadillac baritone so refreshin'

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Michelle Faulkner December 4, 2018 at 5:44 PM My dad loves Johnny Cash, I like Ring of Fire and Walk the Line, great nod to him! Gershon Wolf December 4, 2018 at 9:32 PM And I like(d) both, i.e., the man and his music. Have you ever listened to "Man in Black," which he recorded on a college campus in 2009 (I believe)? The lyrics are a bit of a departure from J.C's usual stuff, and I think you'd enjoy it. Best wishes always, Gershon

Sand Blown December 3, 2018 at 12:00 AM there's some oldies there...he was fun Gershon Wolf December 3, 2018 at 7:26 PM He was quite the entertainer.

M. L. Kiser December 2, 2018 at 9:51 PM Oh I grew up with all sorts of music from classical to country, rock to jazz and blues; you name it. Saturday nights with Johnny Cash and others were our, "country nights" and Johnny certainly came a long way in life. One of the greatest artists; I know he appreciates the tribute. Gershon Wolf December 3, 2018 at 7:25 PM Yes. He was really something... And I didn't even get to his wonderful wife, June Carter Cash. Do you remember her? She was a pistol! And what a voice. … Those were the days... Thank you for your support, M.L! :) gw

Line Gauthier December 2, 2018 at 9:28 PM LOVE JC and your tribute, Gershon. Bravo. Gershon Wolf December 3, 2018 at 7:24 PM Alright. He was THE MAN! :) gw