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“I knew that when I left there at the age of 18, I wouldn't be back. And it was common knowledge among all the people there that when you graduate from high school here, you go to college or go get a job or something and do it on your own.”

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Johnny Cash, known as the 'King of Country', is a legendary American country music figure. His distinctive voice and emotional delivery style have won the affection of fans worldwide. Cash's career spanned over half a century, and he has created and performed numerous classic country music hits, such as 'Ring of Fire' and 'I Walk the Line'. more

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