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However, seeing the emotional core of the lyrics was crucial. Rubin knew they had to inspire Cash to unearth the song's soul, leading him to demonstrate a new interpretation in the studio, ultimately showing Cash a way to infuse the song with his signature storytelling style.

Creative Collaborations and Challenges

Due to Cash's health issues, sessions became complex and sometimes frustrating. Unable to tour and occasionally struggling to sing, Rubin and the musician adapted to a system where Cash could work from home. They recorded daily with available musicians, presenting him with foundational tracks for their eventual in-person recordings.