Did you know one of Johnny Cash’s best early hits was not written by him? The Man in Black became famous for writing his own painful, honest songs. But this early tune shows his range. It was recorded over 60 years ago in 1958. That is nearly seven decades of music still playing today. This song made him a music pioneer in many ways. It is the classic track, “The Ways of a Woman in Love.”
The song itself is a gentle, romantic piece. The lyrics are about the slow, tender process of learning how a woman truly gives her heart. It highlights emotional warmth, trust, and deep devotion. Cash sings with a soft, melodic voice from the late ’50s.
67 years ago today, Johnny Cash released “Ways of a Woman in Love.
Fans still talk about this deep cut from the Sun Records era. One viewer said they thought they knew most of Cash’s songs but missed this one. Another fan happily reminded everyone of the time they spent discussing the great Sun Records label. Fans pointed out that Cash’s love songs are still “making records spin after 67 years.”
This beloved song, released on Sun Records, was part of Cash’s quick rise to fame. It became a country hit right away. However, seeing him perform it live gives the song new energy. It captures a moment in time just before his life and music took a very different path. He was younger and more energetic on stage.
Johnny Cash (Live) – Ways Of A Woman In Love
The specific clip is from the famous Town Hall Party television show. Cash sang this version on November 15, 1958. The show was taped in Compton, California, and captures his simple rockabilly-country sound. He performed with the steady “boom-chicka-boom” rhythm he made famous. This recording is important because it shows Cash’s young talent before his truly iconic live albums, like the 1968 At Folsom Prison, made history.
Johnny Cash’s musical journey was one of honesty, pain, and great love. His voice was always connected to what is real, whether he was singing a tender love song or a dark folk ballad. To learn more about his incredible history and music, follow the official Johnny Cash pages. Follow him on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube. Do not miss out on discovering more forgotten gems from the Man in Black.