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Highly regarded by his peers as one of country music's finest singers, Johnny Paycheck has been frequently compared to George Jones. Whenever he appeared on the Grand Ole Opry, it was not uncommon to see other performers lining the stage to watch the singer and guitarist perform any number of the songs he popularized such as "A-11," "Old Violin" or his most famous song, "Take This Job and Shove It."
The Grand Ole Opry member lived a life that included many high points, but one that was also wrought with despairing depths. After Paycheck received some long overdue success based on the strength of his 1977 recording, "Take This Job and Shove It," his stormy personal life -- and subsequently his career -- suffered. Problems with drugs, alcohol and legal difficulties made it difficult for Paycheck to enjoy his good fortune.
Paycheck served two years in prison and upon his 1991 release, emerged clean and sober. Paycheck also made good on the conditions of his parole. He kept his life on a straight course and gave anti-drug talks to young kids around the country as part of his required community service.
To his credit, and with an uphill battle ahead of him, Paycheck returned to the music industry and tried to once again to resurrect his career. The singer resumed his touring career, which included appearances in Branson, Mo., and recorded for Playback Records. In 1996, the Country Music Foundation released a collection of Paycheck's early recordings for Little Darlin' that found favor with young fans of classic country music.
Paycheck became a member of the Grand Ole Opry in 1997. He died on Feb. 19, 2003, following a lengthy illness.
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