You Tell Me

Johnny Cash

About You Tell Me

"You Tell Me" is a song originally recorded by Johnny Cash. It was written for him by Roy Orbison. The song was recorded by Cash at Sun Records in May 1958. and released as a single (Sun 331, with "Goodby Little Darlin'" on the opposite side) in September 1959, when he already left the label for Columbia.


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1970
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Johnny Cash

John R. "Johnny" Cash (February 26, 1932 – September 12, 2003), was an American singer-songwriter, actor, and author, who has been called one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Although he is primarily remembered as a country music icon, his songs and sound spanned many other genres including rockabilly and rock and roll—especially early in his career—as well as blues, folk, and gospel. This crossover appeal led to Cash being inducted in the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, and Gospel Music Hall of Fame. more »

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Genre Classification
"You Tell Me" is classified under the genre of country music, more specifically traditional country.
Album Information
This song is featured in Johnny Cash’s album called “Now, There Was a Song!” which was his fourth studio album.
Release Date
“You Tell Me” was released together with the album "Now, There Was A Song!" on January 1, 1960.
Record Label
The song was released under the record label Columbia Records, one of the biggest record companies in the world.
Song Authors
"You Tell Me" was written by Roy Drusky, a renowned American country music singer, songwriter, and producer.
Production Information
The producer of the song was the legendary Don Law, who also produced many of Johnny Cash's other songs during his tenure at Columbia Records.
Performers
Apart from Johnny Cash, notable musicians like Luther Perkins and Marshall Grant from Johnny Cash’s band, The Tennessee Two, performed on this track.
Album Popularity
The album “Now, There Was a Song!” is notable as it reached number 1 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
Song Theme
Like many of Cash's songs, "You Tell Me" features a theme of heartbreak and confusion, expressing the angst of a man unsure about his lover's feelings.
Long-Term Influence
"You Tell Me," along with other songs in the album, is considered to have helped to shape the emerging Bakersfield sound of country music, thanks to its stripped-down instrumentation and raw honesty.
Cover Versions
Some country artists have covered "You Tell Me", demonstrating the song's lasting influence and popularity in the genre.
Critical Reception
Critics and fans have often praised "You Tell Me" for its poignant lyrics and Cash's passionate performance.

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