David Allan Coe, a country singer and songwriter known for his outlaw music in the 1970s and 80s, has died. He was 86. A representative for Coe confirmed the news to USA TODAY April 30. Coe was a ...

The outlaw-era voice made a lasting chart footprint with songs that outlived their peak years. By Russ Penuell David Allan Coe’s place in country music was never especially tidy. That was part of the ...

David Allan Coe, the country singer-songwriter who wrote the working class anthem "Take This Job and Shove It" and had hits with "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride" among others, has ...

The country singer, who died on April 29, was married a total of six times Jordana Comiter is an Associate Editor on the Evergreen team at PEOPLE. She has been working at PEOPLE since 2024. Her work ...

David Allan Coe, a legendary country singer-songwriter known for his outlaw persona and controversial legacy, has died at 86. His music and life story remain influential yet divisive.

Late country music legend David Allan Coe’s final album will reportedly be released later this year. The controversial singer’s longtime manager, Ken Madson, told TMZ on Thursday that he owns Coe’s ...

Heartbreaking... Outlaw country legend David Allan Coe passed away back on April 29, 2026 at the age of 86 in an intensive care unit following years of health battles. The country legend had a rough ...

David Allan Coe, the controversial outlaw country star best known for songs like "The Ride," "Mona Lisa Lost Her Smile" and "You Never Even Called Me By My Name," has died, according to Rolling Stone.

David Allan Coe, the legendary country singer-songwriter famed for his songs including "You Never Even Called Me by My Name" and "The Ride," has died at the age of 86. Coe's death was confirmed by his ...

Coe's booking agent confirmed his death to EW, years after the songwriter was described in the media as having released "obscene and racist" material upon opening for Kid Rock on tour. Joey Nolfi is a ...

David Allan Coe has died, following a life “full of bad luck and misadventure,” and which produced several country classics.