Date of Birth: May 31, 1938
Zodiac Sign: Gemini
Date of Death: February 19, 2003
Biography
Johnny Paycheck, born Donald Eugene Lytle, was an influential American country music singer and songwriter. He was born on May 31, 1938, in Greenfield, Ohio. Paycheck initially gained recognition in the 1960s and 1970s with his distinctive voice and rebellious persona. He is best known for his hit single “Take This Job and Shove It,” which became an anthem for the working class and topped the country charts in 1977. Paycheck started his music career at a young age, performing in talent contests and local venues before moving to Nashville, Tennessee. He worked with several well-known artists, including George Jones and Ray Price, before launching his solo career. Throughout his career, he released numerous albums and singles, earning a reputation for his outlaw image and honky-tonk style. Despite his success, Paycheck’s life was marred by legal and financial troubles, including a prison sentence in the 1980s. He continued to perform and record music until his health declined in the late 1990s. Johnny Paycheck passed away on February 19, 2003, in Nashville, Tennessee, due to respiratory failure.
5 Interesting Facts about Johnny Paycheck
1. Johnny Paycheck’s real name was Donald Eugene Lytle.
2. He served a prison sentence in the 1980s for shooting a man in a barroom brawl.
3. Paycheck was a member of the Grand Ole Opry.
4. His hit song “Take This Job and Shove It” inspired a 1981 film of the same name.
5. He was posthumously inducted into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2004.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Johnny Paycheck
1. “I’m a survivor of the long hard drive.”
2. “Country music is three chords and the truth.”
3. “I’ve made mistakes, but I know who I am.”
4. “Singing is my saving grace.”
5. “Take this job and shove it, I ain’t workin’ here no more.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Johnny Paycheck’s net worth was estimated to be around $2 million.
Children
Johnny Paycheck had one known son, Jonathan Paycheck.
Relevant Links
1. [Johnny Paycheck Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Johnny_Paycheck
3. [Johnny Paycheck – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0668342/
4. [Johnny Paycheck – Find a Grave](https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/7195520/johnny-paycheck
5. [The Estate of Johnny Paycheck – Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/TheEstateOfJohnnyPaycheck
