“Take this job and shove it, I ain't workin' here no more.”

— Johnny Paycheck

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About Johnny Paycheck

Musician • American

Johnny Paycheck was an American country music singer, songwriter, and multi-instrumentalist. Paycheck is best known for his 1977 hit song, 'Take This Job and Shove It,' which became an anthem for working-class people....

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