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Johnny Rodriguez, Country Star with Hits Like “Pass Me (If You’re Only Passing Through)” and “Ridin ‘My Thumb to Mexico,” Died at the Age of 73 on May 9. His Daughter, Aubry Rae, Confirmed the News in a Post On Instagram. “It is with profound sadness and heavy Hearts that we announce the passing of Our Beloved Johnny Rodriguez, who left us Peacefull on May 9th, Surrounded by Family,” Rae Wrote in the Caption. “Dad was not only only a legendary Musician whose artistry touched millions around the world, but also a deeply love Husband, Father, Uncle, and Brother Who Warmth, Humor, and Compassion SHAPED the LIVES OF ALL WHO KNEW HIM.” Rodriguez was consider one of the Great 70s Country Music Stars and One of the First Mainstream Hispanic Country Acts, with Six No. 1 Hits and Fifteen Overall Top 10 Hit, All on the Country Charts.

HIS MUSIC WAS A PERFECT BLEND OF COUNTRY AND TIMANANI/Mexican Influencies, far inspired by Hispanic upbringing in texas. “I was drawn to country music Becausee i could relates more to what they were singing about,” rodriguez told ken burns in a Documentary PBS on Country Music. “And also it was just like the music of our people. HIS Musical Storytelling Impacted Not Only The Country Charts But the White House. Throughout His Career, Rodriguez was Honored by Three US Presidents and Later on, he reciped the institute of Hispanic Pioneer Award in 2010.