Country singer Johnny Rodriguez dies at age 73
Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73.
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The Advertiser
11-05-2025
- The Advertiser
Country singer Johnny Rodriguez dies at age 73
Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73. The Mexican-American singer died on Friday in San Antonio from health complications, according to his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez. She also shared a statement on social media saying he went peacefully and was surrounded by family. "Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humour, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him," she wrote. Rodriguez was named the most promising male vocalist at the 1972 Academy of Country Music Awards, and his debut, Introducing Johnny Rodriguez, was nominated for album of the year in 1973. More than a dozen of his albums and singles landed in the top 10. Rodriguez later said his career suffered after he began to use drugs and alcohol excessively. Rodriguez was born in Sabinal, Texas, a small town about 145km east of the US-Mexico border. A Texas jury acquitted Rodriguez of murder in 1999, about a year after he walked into his mother's house in Sabinal and shot once at an acquaintance whom he thought was a burglar. Israel Borrego, 26, died a day after he was shot. Rodriguez continued to play concerts in South Texas and was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73. The Mexican-American singer died on Friday in San Antonio from health complications, according to his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez. She also shared a statement on social media saying he went peacefully and was surrounded by family. "Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humour, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him," she wrote. Rodriguez was named the most promising male vocalist at the 1972 Academy of Country Music Awards, and his debut, Introducing Johnny Rodriguez, was nominated for album of the year in 1973. More than a dozen of his albums and singles landed in the top 10. Rodriguez later said his career suffered after he began to use drugs and alcohol excessively. Rodriguez was born in Sabinal, Texas, a small town about 145km east of the US-Mexico border. A Texas jury acquitted Rodriguez of murder in 1999, about a year after he walked into his mother's house in Sabinal and shot once at an acquaintance whom he thought was a burglar. Israel Borrego, 26, died a day after he was shot. Rodriguez continued to play concerts in South Texas and was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73. The Mexican-American singer died on Friday in San Antonio from health complications, according to his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez. She also shared a statement on social media saying he went peacefully and was surrounded by family. "Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humour, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him," she wrote. Rodriguez was named the most promising male vocalist at the 1972 Academy of Country Music Awards, and his debut, Introducing Johnny Rodriguez, was nominated for album of the year in 1973. More than a dozen of his albums and singles landed in the top 10. Rodriguez later said his career suffered after he began to use drugs and alcohol excessively. Rodriguez was born in Sabinal, Texas, a small town about 145km east of the US-Mexico border. A Texas jury acquitted Rodriguez of murder in 1999, about a year after he walked into his mother's house in Sabinal and shot once at an acquaintance whom he thought was a burglar. Israel Borrego, 26, died a day after he was shot. Rodriguez continued to play concerts in South Texas and was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007. Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73. The Mexican-American singer died on Friday in San Antonio from health complications, according to his daughter, Aubry Rodriguez. She also shared a statement on social media saying he went peacefully and was surrounded by family. "Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humour, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him," she wrote. Rodriguez was named the most promising male vocalist at the 1972 Academy of Country Music Awards, and his debut, Introducing Johnny Rodriguez, was nominated for album of the year in 1973. More than a dozen of his albums and singles landed in the top 10. Rodriguez later said his career suffered after he began to use drugs and alcohol excessively. Rodriguez was born in Sabinal, Texas, a small town about 145km east of the US-Mexico border. A Texas jury acquitted Rodriguez of murder in 1999, about a year after he walked into his mother's house in Sabinal and shot once at an acquaintance whom he thought was a burglar. Israel Borrego, 26, died a day after he was shot. Rodriguez continued to play concerts in South Texas and was inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame in 2007.
Canberra Times
11-05-2025
- Canberra Times
Country singer Johnny Rodriguez dies at age 73
Country music star Johnny Rodriguez - best known for chart-topping hits in the 1970s such as I Just Can't Get Her Out of My Mind, Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico and That's the Way Love Goes - has died aged 73.
7NEWS
10-05-2025
- 7NEWS
Country music star Johnny Rodriguez has died, aged 73
American country music star Johnny Rodriguez has died, aged 73. Following a battle with ill health, Rodriguez was admitted into hospice care earlier this week, only to pass away on May 9. The Texas-born star had six number one hits in the 1970s. The zenith of his career was between 1973 and 1978, with hits like Ridin' My Thumb to Mexico, That's the way Love Goes and You Always Come Back (To Hurting Me). He was one of the first Hispanic country music stars. 'It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Johnny Rodriguez, who left us peacefully on May 9th, surrounded by family,' daughter Aubry shared to social media. 'Dad was not only a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother whose warmth, humor, and compassion shaped the lives of all who knew him. 'While the world has lost an extraordinary talent, we have lost someone irreplaceable - and we ask for privacy as we navigate this painful moment together.' Rodriguez was considered a trailblazer in the country genre. He was even inducted into the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame. The singer's blend of English and Spanish helped him create buzz with fans. In 1973, Johnny Rodriguez was nominated for the CMA's Male Vocalist of the Year. Into the 1980s, Rodriguez released two more Top 10 hits in 1983 with Foolin' and How Could I Love Her So Much. However, his career did slow down following his huge success in the 70s. The country star did continue to tour throughout his life. Fans remembered the star on news of his death. 'The world lost a great one tonight. God Bless you all,' one fan wrote. 'Sorry for yours and your families loss. Johnny was a great man,' another added.
