Intimate Facts About June Carter Cash, Country Music’s Original Lover Girl
Many people only know June Carter by way of her famous husband, classic country superstar, Johnny Cash. But this look at her tumultuous life is proof that even the most famous love stories come with misery.
1. She Started Early
Born in Virginia in 1929, Carter’s family life already revolved around music when she came into the picture. Her mom, aunt, and uncle sang in a band called the Carter Family. By 10 years old, Carter became a regular singer with the band—but her career didn’t start to form until her mother made an unusual decision.
2. She Was A Maverick
When the Carter Family’s run ended, Carter’s mom moved forward with a band made up of herself and her daughters. At the time, her actions appeared very bold—women didn’t go into business for themselves, especially in country music.
But she did it anyway, and with that came Carter’s shining moment, though probably not like she expected.
3. She Wasn’t The Best
Though June Carter eventually became famous for her singing, things didn’t start out that way. In truth, she couldn’t compete with her sisters’ voices in the early days. Instead, she had to find her own way to shine, with a part comedy, part singing act. The group soon landed a recurring show at one of country music’s biggest stages, the Grand Ole Opry. That’s when things really changed.
4. She Found Her Place
Though not wildly famous, Carter and the family band became a staple of the country music of the era. By the early 1950s, Carter started to build a bit of a solo career. She had success with songs like “Jukebox Blues” and “No Swallerin' Place”. Unfortunately, just as she started to get her footing, her first bout with “love” came along to derail her.
