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Who sang Reuben James?

Kenny Rogers released the song Reuben James. Date of release: 1978.

Release date: 1978

Duration: 02:39

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🎶 Reuben James song analysis

The protagonist recalls a man, Reuben James, who lived in Madison County. He was a colored sharecropper. Although he was treated unfairly and blamed for everything that went wrong in the county, the protagonist still loves Reuben James and remembers him with affection. Even though Reuben James was buried in a simple pine box, with only a preacher, the protagonist, and the rain as mourners, the protagonist continues to keep Reuben James alive in his mind and in his song.

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Kenny Rogers - Short Biography

Kenneth Ray Rogers was an American singer, songwriter, and actor who achieved immense success in several genres, including jazz, folk, pop, rock, and country, selling over 100 million records worldwide during his lifetime. His achievements were recognized in 2013 when he was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame, firmly cementing his place as one of the most admired crossover artists of all time.