This signed sheet music is for Midnight Rider by The Allman Brothers Band, autographed by founding member and songwriter Gregg Allman. Released in 1970 on the band’s second album Idlewild South, Midnight Rider quickly became one of the group’s most enduring songs and a cornerstone of Southern rock. Written by Gregg Allman and roadie Robert Kim Payne, the track reflects themes of resilience, freedom, and wandering spirit—qualities that defined both the Allman Brothers’ music and the cultural moment of the era. Built around an unforgettable acoustic guitar riff, haunting organ fills, and Allman’s soulful, gravelly vocals, the song blends blues, rock, and folk into a timeless ballad of perseverance. Though it wasn’t a major chart hit upon release, it became one of the band’s signature tunes and has been covered by numerous artists, including Willie Nelson, whose version brought the song wider acclaim. Gregg Allman (1947–2017) was the heart of The Allman Brothers Band, revered for his smoky voice, expressive Hammond B-3 organ playing, and deeply personal songwriting. Beyond his work with the band, he forged a powerful solo career, but Midnight Rider remained one of his most iconic and enduring creations. Its raw honesty and universal themes of survival and independence perfectly reflected Allman’s artistry and his life’s own trials and triumphs. Owning this signed sheet music for Midnight Rider is more than a collectible—it’s a piece of rock history tied to one of Gregg Allman’s defining works. For fans of The Allman Brothers Band, admirers of Gregg’s songwriting legacy, and collectors of iconic rock memorabilia, this artifact embodies the spirit, grit, and soul of one of the greatest voices in American music.

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