David Allan Coe, Controversial Country Star Who Sang ‘The Ride’ and ‘You Never Even Called Me By My Name,’ Dies at 86
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- Category: Entertainment
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-04-30 00:03 UTC
- Sources: Variety
Variety reports that David Allan Coe has died at the age of 86. He was a country music artist known for his outlaw style and hit songs like "The Ride" and "You Never Even Called Me By My Name." (Source: Variety)
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