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David Allan Coe dies at 86 leaving outlaw country legacy that still shocks today
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Published on 30 April 2026
His outlaw lyrics sparked controversy for decades
Country music legend David Allan Coe has died at 86. Known for outlaw country anthems like “You Never Even Called Me by My Name,” he built a nearly six-decade career defined by rebellion and repeated controversy. As a key figure in the outlaw country movement, Coe’s music and legacy continue to influence country artists and listeners.
- David Allan Coe died at 86
- Known for outlaw country hits like “You Never Even Called Me by My Name”
- A career spanning nearly six decades shaped outlaw country’s sound
- Controversial lyrics kept him in the spotlight for years
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