Juan Raul Davis, known professionally as Johnny Rodriguez, was born on December
10, 1951, in Sabinal, Texas. After facing personal struggles that led to legal
troubles at age 18, he was discovered by Texas Ranger Joaquin Jackson while
incarcerated and began performing at Alamo Village. This opportunity brought him
to the attention of country singers Tom T. Hall and Bobby Bare, who encouraged
his move to Nashville. Rodriguez signed with Mercury Records in 1972 after a
successful audition. His first single, "Pass Me By (If You're Only Passing
Through)", reached number 9 on the Hot ...