"Hey, Porter" is a song by Johnny Cash

Johnny Cash

John R. "Johnny" Cash was an American singer-songwriter, actor, and author, who has been called one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century...

. It was recorded in September 1, 1954 and released as a single in July the following year.

Origins

Cash wrote the song while on his way home from a four year stint in the United States Air Force. He was stationed in Landsberg, Germany, and as such felt elated to be returning to his native South. The song is available on many compilations, such as The Complete Sun Singles, The Essential Johnny Cash

The Essential Johnny Cash

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, Ring Of Fire: The Legend of Johnny Cash Volume Two, The Legend

The Legend

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The song "Hey Porter" was covered by Ry Cooder

Ry Cooder

Ryland Peter "Ry" Cooder is an American guitarist, singer and composer. He is known for his slide guitar work, his interest in roots music from the United States, and, more recently, his collaborations with traditional musicians from many countries.His solo work has been eclectic, encompassing...

 in 1971 on his second album Into the Purple Valley

Into the Purple Valley

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