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The essential Johnny Cash records, ranked — where to start and what to reach for next.
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1At Folsom PrisonJohnny CashStart here
At Folsom Prison
Recorded live for an audience of inmates, it captures Cash at his most charismatic and human. Raw, funny and moving. One of the great live albums.
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2At San QuentinJohnny CashClassic
At San Quentin
A raw, charismatic prison live record, home to 'A Boy Named Sue'. Electric and beloved. A live landmark.
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3American RecordingsJohnny CashClassic
American Recordings
A stark, voice-and-guitar comeback produced by Rick Rubin. Raw and beloved. A late-career landmark.
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4American IV: The Man Comes AroundJohnny CashClassic
American IV: The Man Comes Around
A devastating late peak, home to a definitive cover of 'Hurt'. Raw and beloved. A profound farewell.
Essential Johnny Cash tracks
- Folsom Prison Blues from At Folsom Prison · on Best Songs of the 1960s, Best Country Songs of All Time
Tracks we've featured in our best-of lists — tap a title to find it on Amazon Music.