A Boy Named Sue

Johnny Cash

1969

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About The Song

Reached #2 on the Hot 100, Charted for 12 weeks, Album: The Johnny Cash Collection (His Greatest Hits, Volume II).

Peak Chart Position#2

Year1969

AlbumThe Johnny Cash Collection (His Greatest Hits, Volume II)

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Why This Song Matters

A Boy Named Sue became a nationally visible song, reaching #2 on the Hot 100. It stayed in circulation for 12 chart weeks. The Johnny Cash Collection (His Greatest Hits, Volume II) places the song in its original album setting.

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About The Artist

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Top 10 Hits: 1
Hot 100 Activity: 207

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The Year

Year: 1969
Hot 100: #2
Chart Run: 12 weeks
Album: The Johnny Cash Collection (His Greatest Hits, Volume II)

1969Year The Johnny Cash Collection (His Greatest Hits, Volume II)Album

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