Folsom Prison Blues was written and recorded by Johnny Cash and released in 1955, blending country, rockabilly and a train rhythm inspired by folk and blues traditions. It became iconic after Cash performed it live at California's Folsom State Prison in 1968 for the album At Folsom Prison, opening with his famous greeting. The song's line about shooting a man in Reno cemented its outlaw reputation. Online, short clips circulate for cowboy edits, prison humor and nostalgic country posts, keeping Cash's most recognised song alive with new audiences.