This signed sheet music is for Copperhead Road by Steve Earle, autographed by the legendary singer-songwriter himself. Released in 1988 as the title track of his third studio album, Copperhead Road became Steve Earle’s signature song and a defining moment in Americana and roots rock. Blending Southern rock, outlaw country, and Celtic-inspired instrumentation, the track tells the story of a Vietnam veteran returning home to Tennessee, only to follow his family’s legacy of moonshining by turning to marijuana production. Its hard-edged sound, driving mandolin riff, and vivid storytelling set it apart from mainstream country of the time, helping it cross over to rock radio and building Earle’s reputation as a fierce and uncompromising songwriter. Though it didn’t chart on the Billboard Hot 100, it became a staple on rock playlists and remains one of the most recognizable songs of the late 1980s. Steve Earle (born 1955) is a Grammy Award–winning artist whose career spans country, rock, folk, and Americana. Known for his raw vocals, political edge, and unflinching lyrics, Earle has influenced generations of musicians. His catalog includes acclaimed albums like Guitar Town, Jerusalem, and The Revolution Starts… Now. Beyond music, he is also a novelist, playwright, actor, and activist, admired for his artistic integrity and outspoken views. Copperhead Road, often referred to as a “modern outlaw anthem,” remains his most enduring song, inspiring covers, tributes, and even lending its name to a popular line dance. Owning this signed sheet music for Copperhead Road is more than a collectible—it is a piece of roots rock and Americana history. For fans of Steve Earle, admirers of outlaw country storytelling, and collectors of iconic American songs, this artifact represents the grit, defiance, and timeless power of one of the greatest tracks of its era.

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