David Allan Coe, who wrote 'Take This Job and Shove It' dies at 86
David Allan Coe, the outlaw country singer-songwriter known for writing the blue-collar anthem "Take This Job and Shove It," has died at the age of 86. His wife confirmed his death, and a representative said he passed away around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, though the cause was not disclosed. Coe, who had a tumultuous past including prison time, became a respected and influential figure in country music with hits like "You Never Even Called Me By My Name" and "The Ride."
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDavid Allan Coe, who wrote 'Take This Job and Shove It' dies at 86Outlaw country singer-songwriter David Allan Coe, who wrote the blue-collar anthem "Take This Job and Shove It'' and created a singing career after a stint in prison, has diedByThe Associated PressApril 30, 2026, 1:27 AM1:24FILE - David Allan Coe, sporting Willie Nelson braids, performs at the Willie Nelson July 4th Picnic, on July 4, 1983 at Atlanta International Raceway in Hampton, Ga.
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