Tommy Cash, the country musician known for his own successful career and for being the younger brother of Johnny Cash, has passed away at the age of 84. With a career that saw him land 11 Top 40 hits on the country charts, Cash left a lasting impact on country music.
Born into a family steeped in music, Tommy began his journey at a young age, forming a band in high school before pausing to serve in the U.S. Army. Even during his service, he stayed connected to music by working as a DJ for Armed Forces Radio. After his discharge, Cash returned to the stage, performing with Hank Williams Jr.’s band in the 1960s before launching his solo career.
His 1969 hit “Six White Horses” became a defining moment in his career, reaching No. 4 on the country charts and marking the start of a string of hits, including “Rise and Shine” and “One Song Away,” both of which made the Top 10. Throughout the 1970s, Tommy Cash continued to find success with multiple Top 40 hits, though none surpassed the popularity of “Six White Horses.”
As his music career slowed down, Cash turned to real estate in the Nashville area, becoming well-known in Hendersonville, Tennessee. He remained a beloved figure in the country music community and will be remembered not only as Johnny Cash’s brother but as a talented musician in his own right.
Fans and fellow musicians paid tribute to Cash on social media. Guy Gilchrist, a musician who performed with him, fondly remembered Tommy as “a great singer and a very generous guy.” Others echoed these sentiments, offering condolences to the Cash family and celebrating Tommy’s contributions to country music.