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Johnny Cash – Happiness Is You
1966 · US · Columbia · Vinyl LP Album Misprint Mono
Price guide
Estimated market value via Discogs · as of Sep 12, 2026
- MMint
- $21.85
- NMNear Mint
- $19.55
- VG+Very Good Plus
- $14.95
- VGVery Good
- $10.35
- G+Good Plus
- $5.75
- GGood
- $3.45
- FFair
- $2.30
- PPoor
- $1.15
14 copies listed on Discogs from $2.79.
These are reference estimates from Discogs sold/asking data for this exact pressing, not offers and not a guaranteed price. Actual value depends on condition, completeness and current demand. Any active seller offers on this page are listed separately above.
Offers · 1
- $20ref VA-ZSF7QMedia NM · Near MintSleeve NM🇺🇸 Ships from United States
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Pressing identification
Match these against your copy to confirm the exact pressing.
- Runout — side A
- XLP 114084XLP 114084-1Bo XLP 114084-1A A4
- Runout — side B
- XLP 114085XLP 114085-1Bo XLP 114085-1B C1
- Rights society
- BMI, ASCAP
- Plated At
- Customatrix
Specifications
- Artist
- Johnny Cash
- Year
- 1966
- Label
- Columbia
- Catalog number
- CL 2537
- Country
- US
Tracklist
- A1Happiness Is You2:55
- A2Guess Things Happen That Way1:53
- A3Ancient History2:20
- A4You Comb Her Hair2:38
- A5She Came From The Mountains4:55
- B1For Lovin' Me2:36
- B2No One Will Ever Know2:21
- B3Is This My Destiny2:28
- B4A Wound Time Can't Erase2:33
- B5Happy To Be With You3:11
- B6Wabash Cannon Ball2:37
- Producer [Produced by]
- Don Law
- Producer [Produced by]
- Frank Jones
- Illustration
- Saul Lambert
About this record
The 1966 Columbia pressing of Happiness Is You carries a label misprint that distinguishes it from other copies: the record itself plays "That's What You Get For Lovin' Me," yet the label reads "Happiness Is You." Stamped runouts (XLP 114084, XLP 114085, XLP 114084-1B, XLP 114085-1B) confirm the pressing plant identity and help collectors separate this mono variant from reissues.
What drives its value
Condition drives the entire market here. A Mint copy commands 21.85 USD, while Near Mint drops to 19.55 USD—a modest gap that widens sharply at lower grades: VG+ sits at 14.95 USD, VG at 10.35 USD, and Good+ at 5.75 USD.
The lowest asking price across 14 active listings is 2.79 USD, indicating heavy wear stock exists. With 915 collectors owning this title against 138 seeking it, supply comfortably exceeds demand; the misprint variant does not command a premium over standard pressings.
The mono format and 1966 US Columbia pressing date place it among the original domestic issue, but scarcity is not a driver—accessibility and condition grade alone determine resale value.
How to appraise this pressing
Verify the catalogue number CL 2537 on the spine and label. Check the dead-wax stamping for one of four matrix strings: XLP 114084 or XLP 114085 on side one, paired with XLP 114084-1B or XLP 114085-1B on side two (the -1B suffix indicates a later stamping).
Confirm the label misprint by reading the printed label against the actual track listing: the label should show "Happiness Is You" while the groove contains "That's What You Get For Lovin' Me." The record is mono, not stereo. Grade by examining both sides under bright light for hairline scratches, scuffs, and dust; play-grade copies show surface noise but no skips.
The absence of a barcode confirms the 1966 pressing date. Columbia's label design—the distinctive two-eye logo and typeface—should match 1966 domestic pressings.
Further reading: grading a record, how to sell vinyl.
Release notes
This version has "That's What You Get For Lovin' Me" on the record labels, versus other versions have "Happiness Is You". Runouts are stamped.
Notes sourced from the Discogs database.
Frequently asked
What is the label misprint on this record?
The printed label reads "Happiness Is You," but the vinyl groove contains the track "That's What You Get For Lovin' Me." This discrepancy is documented in the release notes and distinguishes this pressing from other versions of the album. It is a manufacturing error from the original 1966 Columbia pressing.
How much is a VG+ copy worth?
According to the price guide, a VG+ graded copy is estimated at 14.95 USD. This represents the midpoint between Mint (21.85 USD) and VG (10.35 USD) and reflects typical market asking prices as of the guide's last update. Actual sales may vary based on seller and buyer negotiation.
What do the runout stamps tell me?
The stamped matrix strings (XLP 114084, XLP 114085, XLP 114084-1B, XLP 114085-1B) identify the pressing plant and pressing sequence. The -1B suffix on later stamps indicates a second pressing run. These details help confirm you own the original 1966 Columbia pressing rather than a later reissue.
Is this record rare?
No. With 915 collectors reporting ownership against 138 seeking it, supply outpaces demand significantly. The lowest asking price across 14 active listings is 2.79 USD, indicating worn copies are readily available. The misprint does not increase scarcity or value relative to other pressings of the same album.
What is the difference between a Mint and a VG copy?
A Mint copy is estimated at 21.85 USD and shows no visible wear, while a VG copy is estimated at 10.35 USD and displays light surface noise, minor scratches, or dust that affects playback slightly. The 10.35 USD difference reflects the collector premium for near-perfect condition on a common title.