Highwayman (The Highwaymen album)

Highwayman is the debut studio album by the American country supergroup The Highwaymen, composed of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson. It was released in 1985 on Columbia Records.

The album's title track, "Highwayman," written by Jimmy Webb, was a major success, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song, which tells the story of a soul reincarnated through different eras as a highwayman, a sailor, a dam builder, and ultimately a starship pilot, became the group's signature song and helped define their image as outlaw country artists.

Other notable tracks on the album include covers of "The Waisters," "Big River," and "Committed to Parkview." The album showcases each member's distinctive vocal style and songwriting talent, solidifying their status as country music icons.

Highwayman reached number one on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and achieved platinum certification by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA). It is considered a seminal album in the outlaw country movement and helped to revitalize the careers of the four legendary artists.