Silverstein who wrote the words and music for Johnny Cash’s “A Boy Named Sue” Crossword Clue

 The answer to the crossword clue "Silverstein who wrote the words and music for Johnny Cash's “A Boy Named Sue”" is SHEL.

Shel Silverstein was a humorist, children's author, and songwriter. He wrote the song "A Boy Named Sue" in 1969. The song tells the story of a boy who is named Sue by his father to toughen him up. The song was a hit for Johnny Cash, and it has become a classic country music song.

Shel Silverstein also wrote the songs "The Giving Tree" and "Where the Sidewalk Ends". He was a prolific writer, and his work has been translated into over 30 languages.

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