Farewell to a Pioneer - Johnny Rodriguez 🎙️ 🕊️ December 10, 1951 – May 9, 2025 We say goodbye to a true legend — Johnny Rodriguez, the pioneering Hispanic country music star who helped shape the sound of the 1970s and beyond. With six #1 hits, a voice that blended soul, grit, and tradition, and a fearless spirit that opened doors for generations to come, Johnny’s impact on country music is everlasting. From “Ridin’ My Thumb to Mexico” to “You Always Come Back (To Hurting Me)”, his songs spoke

Johnny Rodriguez is the first Latin-American artist to have a top ten single on the Country charts. "Pass Me By" was released on his very first record, "Introducing Johnny Rodriguez." Check out this performance of "Pass Me By" from Country's Family Reunion: Nashville. To see the FULL EPISODE, go to https://countryroadtv.us/CFRNashvilleE6. And to hear the hilarious story of how Rodriguez went to jail for stealing and barbecuing a goat, check out this episode of Larry's Country Diner - https://cou

We have lost country legend Johnny Rodriguez. #JohnnyRodriguez | Country Music Time Machine