Honky Tonk Tales / Johnny Paycheck

Before outlaw country had a name, Johnny Paycheck was already living it. In this deep-dive episode of Honky Tonk Tales, host Jimmy takes you through the turbulent, hilarious, and jaw-dropping story of a man who turned bar fights into ballads and blue-collar rage into a #1 hit.

From his days backing George Jones and Patsy Cline to punching a naval officer, burning through record labels, and literally shooting a man in a bar argument over chicken—this episode covers the unfiltered life of a honky tonk legend.

Paycheck’s story is one of wild highs, brutal lows, courtroom chaos, prison time, and outlaw redemption, all wrapped in a voice that could tear your heart out or make you want to slam the saloon door on your way out.

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