1970. He's more known as a songwriter. He wrote one of Janis Joplin's best known songs. He also wrote and performed this song. He was in many movies. His dad was a major general in the Air Force. He was married to Rita Coolidge. This country song has been covered by Sammi Smith, Johnny Cash, Elvis, Joan Baez, and more. He was inspired to write the song by an Esquire interview with Frank Sinatra. Because of the sexual suggestiveness, it was considered a bit risque.