The song, Hurt, was originally recorded by Nine Inch Nails and was written by Trent Reznor for their second album, The Downward Spiral in 1994. Before this, Johnny’s fortunes had changed from his heyday in the 1960s through to 1991, when he was dropped by his record company.
Why did Johnny Cash cover Hurt?
But Cash was convinced by Rubin’s belief in the song and agreed to try recording it at the producer’s home in LA. The musician was suffering from autonomic neuropathy brought on by diabetes and by the time he recorded Hurt, his health was failing. “There were times when his voice sounded broken,” said Rubin.
Is Johnny Cash alive or dead?
September 12, 2003
Johnny Cash/Date of death
Was Hurt by Nine Inch Nails originally?
A: “Hurt” was actually written by Trent Reznor of the alternative industrial rock band, Nine Inch Nails. It was included on the “Downward Spiral” album released in 1994.
When did Johnny Cash pass away?
Johnny Cash/Date of death
Johnny Cash, byname of J.R. Cash, (born February 26, 1932, Kingsland, Arkansas, U.S.—died September 12, 2003, Nashville, Tennessee), American singer and songwriter whose work broadened the scope of country and western music.
Did Johnny Cash song Hurt after June died?
Some people have speculated that Cash’s death was hastened, due to a broken heart over June’s untimely passing. June had urged Cash to continue working if she died, however, and this is what he did in his final months. The song, “Hurt” has since become the unofficial epitaph of Johnny Cash for many people.
How old Johnny Cash died?
71 years (1932–2003)
Johnny Cash/Age at death
Cash passed away at Baptist Hospital, succumbing to respiratory failure brought on by complications from diabetes. He was 71 years old, and his life altered the course of American popular music.
WHO has recorded Hurt?
Johnny Cash
Hurt/Artists
