In this archival clip from 1988, country music legend Johnny Cash recounts the incredible story behind one of his most iconic hits, "A Boy Named Sue".

What started as an informal guitar pull at Cash's home—featuring a legendary lineup including Bob Dylan, Shel Silverstein, Kris Kristofferson, Joni Mitchell, and Graham Nash—turned into the debut of five future classics, including "Me and Bobby McGee" and "Both Sides Now".

In this episode, you’ll hear:

1. The Impromptu Debut: How Shel Silverstein first performed "A Boy Named Sue" during a legendary jam session at Cash's house.

2. The Folsom Prison Gamble: Why Cash initially told Silverstein he couldn't perform the song at his upcoming prison concert.

3. The "Afterthought" that Changed History: How a last-minute suggestion by Cash's wife, June Carter Cash, led to the only live recording of the song ever made—performed on the fly with the lyrics on a music stand.

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