He was known primarily for the 1970s hits "Ridin' to Mexico" and "That's the way love goes". Rodriguez topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs list, was honored by the Academy of Country Music, and was elected to the Texas Country Music Hall of Fame.
”Dad was not just a legendary musician whose artistry touched millions of people around the world, but also a deeply loved husband, father, uncle, and brother,” writes his daughter Aubry Rodriguez on social media, according to Variety.
Johnny Rodriguez was 73 years old.
