Johnny Cash is still making history. A statue of the late country singer-songwriter was unveiled Tuesday inside the US Capitol, marking the first time a musician has received such an honor.

NPR's Scott Detrow speaks with Johnny Cash historian Mark Stielper and Cash's son, John Carter Cash, on their book, Johnny Cash: The Life in Lyrics and the Man in Black's legacy as a songwriter.

Johnny Cash will be saying "Hello Out There" to myriad tourists visiting the U.S. Capitol from now on – after congressional leaders got together to unveil a statue of the legendary musician.

Spokane Falls Blvd. Debbie Horton can’t help but laugh in giddy fashion while detailing what it was like to jam with Johnny Cash more than 30 years ago. “I was in Johnny’s fan club and I ...