So Doggone Lonesome

Johnny Cash

About So Doggone Lonesome

"So Doggone Lonesome" is a song written by country singer Johnny Cash. He and his band (The Tennessee Two) recorded the song in a studio session at Sun Records studios at 706 Union Avenue in Memphis, Tennessee; the session took place on July 30, 1955, when the trio also recorded "Luther Played The Boogie" (a homage to the group's lead guitarist, Luther Perkins) and "Mean Eyed Cat", the latter of which Cash reprised on his Unchained album for Rick Rubin's American Recordings. Cash was a great admirer of Ernest Tubb, and wrote "So Doggone Lonesome" with him in mind. Many of Cash's self-penned recordings were written with a certain artist in mind, including "Get Rhythm", originally written for Elvis Presley. Legend has it that Tubb heard "So Doggone Lonesome" on the radio, which inspired him to record his own version of the song. It is certainly a fact that Tubb did record "So Doggone Lonesome" and performed it on the Grand Ole Opry, but the real inspiration for his decision to do so is unclear. Additionally, Cash is reported to have said he only believed he had truly "made it" as an artist when he heard Tubb singing one of his songs. 


Year:
2012
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I do my best to hide this lowdown feelin' 
I try to make believe there's nothing wrong
But they're always asking me about you darling
And it hurts me so to tell 'em that you're gone
If they ask me I guess I'd be denyin' 
That I've been unhappy all alone
But if they heard my heart they'd hear it cryin'
Where's my darling, when's she coming home

I ask myself a million times what's right for me to do
To try to lose my blues alone or hang around for you
But I make it pretty good until that moon comes shining through
And then I get so doggone lonesome

Time stands still when you're a waitin' 
Sometimes I think my heart is stoppin' too
One lonely hour seems forever 
Sixty minutes more to wait for you
But I guess I'll keep waitin' 'til you're with me
'Cause I believe that loving you is right
But I don't care if the sun don't rise tomorrow 
If I can't have you with me tonight

Well I know I'll keep on loving you 
'Cause true love can't be killed
I ought to get you off of my mind 
But I guess I never will
I could have a dozen others 
But I know I'd love you still
'Cause I get so doggone lonesome

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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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Written by: JOHNNY CASH

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10 facts about this song

Songwriter
"So Doggone Lonesome" was penned by Johnny Cash himself. The singer-songwriter was known for his ability to provide a narrative to his music, subsequently making him a revered figure in country music.
Album
The song is featured on Johnny Cash's debut studio album titled "Johnny Cash with His Hot and Blue Guitar." This album was released in 1957.
Record Label
"So Doggone Lonesome" was released under the Sun Record label. Sun Records was a significant entity in the birth of rock 'n' roll and introduced many influential artists, including Elvis Presley, Jerry Lee Lewis, and Carl Perkins.
Genre
Classified under the country and rockabilly genre. "So Doggone Lonesome" exemplifies the typical Johnny Cash sound of raw vocals paired with rhythmic guitar strumming.
Influence
The song is one of several that contribute to Cash's image as the sorrowful, lone cowboy- a common archetype in country music.
Theme
The lyrics of "So Doggone Lonesome" reflect a theme of longing and loneliness, with the protagonist yearning for the love of his life to return.
Style
Similar to many of Cash's other songs, "So Doggone Lonesome" features a simple chord progression and rhythm that allows the emotion in the lyrics and Cash's vocal performance to take center stage.
Cover Versions
While not covered as extensively as some of Cash's bigger hits, several artists have presented their takes on "So Doggone Lonesome", Phil Seymour delivered a notable rock 'n' roll rendition of the song.
Response
Although it didn't climb to the top of the charts, "So Doggone Lonesome" is still a beloved track among Johnny Cash fans due to its heartfelt lyrics and classic Cash sound.
Emotional Depth
Despite the seemingly straightforward composition of the song, "So Doggone Lonesome" is praised for its emotional depth and authenticity, revealing Cash's ability to convey deep sentiment through his music.

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