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Not a huge fan of Cohen, but he is one helluva writer.

My vote goes for Johnny and June Carter Cash. Utterly fearless, evocative lyrics.
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jay farrar (uncle tupelo, son volt) writes evocative lyrics. true and honest.
www.jayfarrar.net/
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