So Doggone Lonesome - Johnny Cash - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"So Doggone Lonesome" by Johnny Cash was released on December 15, 1955, as the B-side to his hit single "Folsom Prison Blues." The song was written by Johnny Cash himself and produced by Sam Phillips at Sun Records. It was also included in his debut studio album, With His Hot and Blue Guitar, released in 1957. The song's lyrics explore deep feelings of loneliness and heartache experienced by the protagonist in the absence of their loved one. Johnny Cash wrote the song for singer Ernest Tubb, who later recorded his own version. "So Doggone Lonesome" is characterized by its straightforward country arrangement, featuring The Man in Black's signature acoustic guitar and the steady rhythm provided by the Tennessee Two—Luther Perkins on electric guitar and Marshall Grant on bass. The song charted successfully, reaching number 4 on the Billboard Country Singles Chart, showcasing Johnny Cash's early impact on the country music scene.