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THE REVIEW
This divertissement was written on July 11, 2016, just after I got back from my ex-job.
It encapsulates some of my obsessions: driving with the music blaring, the sweltering heat (which makes me more irrational than usual), escaping from tumultuous loves, Thelma&Louise, and old musicians who know a thing or two, a lot in fact...
"Not long ago, while I was driving along the short stretch of highway that separates my home from work, I caught the iconic Johnny Cash on the radio, with the even more iconic "Ring of Fire".
And I immersed myself in the role: about 97° Fahrenheit (which corresponds to 36° Celsius), scorching asphalt, driving aimlessly on a road that unwinds like a ribbon through the sands of the Chihuahua desert.
There's no one around, just a flock of vultures circling high in the sky, waiting for the next unfortunate soul who won't make it out alive from the sandstorm.
No, you won't have my scalp, scum of the air!
I'm headed south, towards Tijuana, in search of alcohol and oblivion, like an outcast.
Tonight I'll stop at the Hotel California, to stock up on tequila to accompany me on the journey and to dust myself off a bit. Just a few hours, then on the road again.
And, when I reached the Venice East exit, I seemed to glimpse through the rearview mirror the brims of the colorful sombreros of the three mariachi players!"
And now you know what the heat can do....
"And it burns, burns, burns the ring of fire."
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This review captures the vivid experience of listening to Johnny Cash's 'Ring of Fire' during a sweltering drive. It blends imagery of heat, escape, and desert roads with nostalgic emotions tied to the song. The reviewer immerses the reader in a cinematic journey filled with cultural references and personal reflection, celebrating the power of classic country music.Tracklist Lyrics
Johnny Cash
Johnny Cash (1932–2003) was an American singer-songwriter known as the “Man in Black,” celebrated for a deep baritone voice, stark storytelling, and songs about prisoners, outsiders, faith, and redemption. His late-career American Recordings with producer Rick Rubin sparked a major resurgence and introduced him to new audiences through sparse arrangements and transformative covers.20 Reviews
