Coe wrote hit songs for others including 'Take This Job and Shove It' and 'Would You Lay with Me (In a Field of Stone)'. His career spanned nearly six decades, releasing over 40 albums. He was associated with the outlaw country movement and was the first country act to have an all-female backing band, Ladysmith.
Coe had a history of incarceration and reform school. 08pm local time on Wednesday in an intensive care unit, according to reports. He was also known for controversies involving racial slurs and displaying the Confederate flag.
One of the best singers, songwriters, and performers of our time, and never to be forgotten. My husband, my friend, my confidant and my life for many years. I’ll never forget him, and I don’t want anyone else to ever forget him either.
Kimberly Coe said he was 'one of the best singers, songwriters, and performers of our time'. His representative described him as 'a true outlaw and a great singer, songwriter, and performer'.