The Legendary Johnny Cash Left Neil Young "Petrified" on Stage: The Emotional Story

Even though he is one of rock's most fearless artists, Neil Young admitted to being "petrified" when performing on *The Johnny Cash Show*. At 23, Young worried about disappointing his country idol as he performed "The Needle and the Damage Done." Cash, who later re-recorded "Heart of Gold," represented for Young the height of authenticity. This rare vulnerability shows the mutual respect between two giants who followed their own paths. An inspiring story about admiration and pressure in the music world.