Busted (Harlan Howard song)

"Busted" is a song written by Harlan Howard in 1962. It was recorded by Johnny Cash (with the Carter Family) for Cash's 1963 album Blood, Sweat and Tears. It has been recorded by several notable artists, including Ray Charles (also in 1963) and Patty Loveless (2009).

"Busted"
Song by Harlan Howard
Released1962 (1962)
Recorded1962
GenreCountry
Length2:20
Songwriter(s)Harlan Howard

Content

The song is about a dirt-poor farmer struggling to support his family, bemoaning a stack of bills, his family's needs, animals that won't produce and land that is barren. He even tries to ask his brother for assistance, but his brother was actually going to come to him for help. Finally, he admits he's going to pack up his family and leave to find a better life.

Cover versions

"Busted"
Single by Ray Charles
from the album Ingredients in a Recipe for Soul
Released1963 (1963)
LabelABC-Paramount
Songwriter(s)Harlan Howard

References

  1. Whitburn, Joel (1996). The Billboard Book of Top 40 Country Hits, p.68. ISBN 0-8230-7632-6.
  2. Whitburn, Joel (2000). The Billboard Book of Top 40 Hits, p.121. ISBN 0-8230-7690-3.
  3. Whitburn, Joel (1996). The Billboard Book of Top 40 Country Hits, p.78. ISBN 0-8230-7632-6.
  4. AllMusic



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