Johnny — Cash - Personal Jesus

Johnny Cash’s cover of "Personal Jesus" is one of the most powerful examples of a song being completely "repossessed" by a new artist. Originally an electronic synth-pop hit by Depeche Mode, Cash transformed it into a stark, haunting blues anthem for his 2002 album, American IV: The Man Comes Around . 🎸 The Origin: Depeche Mode (1989)

: A sleek, foot-stomping mix of electronic beats and bluesy guitar riffs. 🎙️ The Cash Transformation (2002) Johnny Cash - Personal Jesus

: A heavy, glam-rock interpretation that leans into the "cult of personality" theme. Johnny Cash’s cover of "Personal Jesus" is one