Johnny Cash was not a god.
A harbinger of the Word of Authentic Music Played With Instruments, yes, but not a god.
For the record, I love my techno and rap music and have no issue acknowledging the great works of other genres. After all, he turned a mildly disturbing song (Hurt) into a completely tragic ballad. Without changing a single word, I should add.
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There are no paths to power which are not fraught with confrontation. No matter the battle, a lesson must be won. In the end, the path shall fade into nothingness for the one walking it, but may go on for eternity for those whom choose to follow. One must know their own footsteps before taking that first step, or instead of choosing your battles, your battles will choose you.
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