Robert Johnson
Robert Johnson was a pioneering blues musician whose haunting guitar work and profound songwriting established him as a significant influence on many later artists, including Eric Clapton and The Rolling Stones. His most famous songs, such as 'Cross Road Blues' and 'Sweet Home Chicago,' continue to resonate in the music world. Johnson's life was shrouded in myth, particularly the legend of his supposed pact with the devil, and he tragically died at the young age of 27 under mysterious circumstances, allegedly poisoned, adding him to the notorious 'Club of 27.'
Born on May 08, 1911 (113 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Israel | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 9,216,900 | 3,653 | $400,000 | 159$ |
| Spain | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 46,754,778 | 18,769 | $1,400,000 | 562$ |
| Dominican Republic | 1 | 5.00 | 0.06% | +0% | 10,847,910 | 6,115 | $89,000 | 50$ |
| Totals | 3 | 66,819,588 | 28,537 | $1,889,000 | 771$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
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Dominican Republic:
Robert Johnson is an associate professor of economics at the University of Notre Dame who commented on Trump's tariff revenue claims.
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Spain:
Robert Johnson was a rural bluesman who synthesized influences from earlier artists and became a legendary figure in music history.
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Israel:
Robert Johnson is noted as a major influence on Eric Clapton, particularly for his song 'Cross Road Blues'.
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Dominican Republic:
Robert Johnson was a pioneering blues musician, rumored to have made a pact with the devil for his guitar skills.
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