The Bird

"During the show at San Quentin in 1969, it seemed that everybody that worked for Granada TV was on stage in front of me. At some point, I walked around my microphone and yelled «Clear the stage! I can't see my audience!» Nobody moved. So I gave them «the bird». Hence that picture.
Fast forward to 1999. I was lying in intensive care when I felt a presence in the room. I opened my eyes ans there stood Merle Haggard silently studying me. He bent down, put his hand behind my head, rubbed his forehead against mine and said «you're gonna be alright, Cash». And I am. Thanks for the return visit, Hag."

Johnny Cash
March, 2000

I Walk The Line

" I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
I keep my eyes wide open all the time.
I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
Because you're mine, I walk the line

I find it very, very easy to be true
I find myself alone when each day is through
Yes, I'll admit that I'm a fool for you
Because you're mine, I walk the line

As sure as night is dark and day is light
I keep you on my mind both day and night
And happiness I've known proves that it's right
Because you're mine, I walk the line

You've got a way to keep me on your side
You give me cause for love that I can't hide
For you I know I'd even try to turn the tide
Because you're mine, I walk the line

I keep a close watch on this heart of mine
I keep my eyes wide open all the time.
I keep the ends out for the tie that binds
Because you're mine, I walk the line"

Johnny Cash