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johnny

[jon-ee] / ˈdʒɒn i /




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In 1977, Coe penned “Take This Job and Shove It,” which became a hit for Johnny Paycheck.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 30, 2026

That could be Johnny — it should be Johnny.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 21, 2026

Baye had Smet with rock artist Johnny Hallyday, nicknamed the French Elvis, with whom she had had a five-year relationship.

From BBC • Apr. 18, 2026

American livestreamer Johnny Somali, who caused outrage in South Korea by kissing a statue representing World War Two sex slaves, has been sentenced to six months in jail.

From BBC • Apr. 15, 2026

“Here ya go, Ma,” I said, and handed her nine dollars from my Johnny Cakes earnings.

From Full of Beans by Jennifer L. Holm