There are 12 moments in Johnny Cash's life that are truly memorable. He was a music legend who lived a full life and gave us many moments that we will never forget. In this Loud List, we will show you some of the ways in which he influenced popular culture throughout the years.
Johnny Cash was present during the emergence of rock 'n' roll and is remembered for being part of a significant gathering called the "Million Dollar Quartet." This quartet also included iconic musicians like Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins, and the legendary Elvis Presley. As we begin our list, we provide you with a glimpse of Cash playfully imitating "The King" in front of the cameras.
Even though Cash's songs usually had a serious tone, the musician had a great sense of humor. In this clip, we see Johnny having a good laugh with comedian Steve Martin while attempting a card trick that doesn't go as planned. Later on, he would also make appearances on Saturday Night Live and even make a cameo in The Simpsons.
However, most importantly, "The Man in Black" was famous for his music and the way it transcended genres. At one particular moment, he moved modern rocker Beck to tears by praising one of his performances. As a parting gift, we present Cash's last interview where he talks about the afterlife with MTV News host Kurt Loder.
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Take a closer look at the life and iconic status of Johnny Cash by exploring his various appearances on screen in the video provided below.
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