Johnny Paycheck's Rallying Cry

Country singer Johnny Paycheck is shown performing at the Missouri State Penitentiary in Jefferson City, Mo., on Dec. 14, 1981. (AP Photo)

Paycheck had a long string of country hits, but none inspired fans quite like his 1977 ode to unemployment, "Take This Job and Shove It." The song rocketed to No. 1 and became a long-lasting rallying cry for anyone feeling overworked and undervalued.

Ten years after Johnny Paycheck's death, “Take This Job” is still his best-loved song. Even those of us who love our jobs can't help tapping a toe and singing along.

Written by Linnea Crowther