The album 'The Baron' was released in 1981 by Johnny Cash, produced by Billy Sherrill. The record marked a partial return to country roots after previous experiments, and its title track, 'The Baron', became a minor hit on the country charts.
The album includes collaborations with artists such as June Carter Cash and Marty Stuart, and features a mix of original songs and covers. Sherrill's production gave it a polished sound characteristic of the era.
Although not one of Cash's best-selling albums, 'The Baron' is remembered for its title track and for maintaining his presence in the country scene during the 1980s. The cover shows Cash dressed as a railroad baron.