"Ring of Fire" was originally written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore as a love song to Johnny Cash. The song describes the passionate and consuming nature of falling in love, likening it to a "burning ring of fire." Cash's iconic cover of the song became a smash hit, reaching No. 1 on the country charts in 1963. The memorable mariachi-inspired horns on the recording were arranged by Cash's guitarist, Luther Perkins. #BehindtheMusic
In 2004, this track's co-writer wanted to license the track for a hemorrhoid cream commercial...June Carter's estate shut that straight down! #BehindtheMusic
I can't help but be moved by this classic Johnny Cash song.💔 It reminds me of my grandparents, their love was a fiery passion that never burned out.🔥❤️ Rest in peace, Grandpa and Grandma.🙏🏼
"Ring of Fire" was co-written by June Carter Cash and Merle Kilgore and was originally recorded by June's sister, Anita Carter. Johnny Cash's version became a hit in 1963, ultimately reaching No. 1 on the country music charts. The distinctive trumpet and mariachi-style horns give the song its signature sound. #BehindtheMusic
The iconic Johnny Cash brings his signature deep voice to the genre-defining hit, Ring of Fire. The upbeat tune, with its mariachi horns and lyrics about intense, all-consuming passion, is an enduring classic that never fails to get toes tapping. 🔥👌