Kris Kristofferson was a successful singer-songwriter and actor, but there's some popular timeless hits across several ...

We examined the story and meaning of 'Me and Bobby McGee.' Here's what we also learned about Janis Joplin and Kris Kristofferson's relationship.

Learn about the fleeting relationship between Kris Kristofferson and Janis Joplin that led to her cover of "Me and Bobby McGee." ...

In the wake of the loss of another musical legend, pop star Pink has whipped out another impressive tribute. Following the ...

Kris Kristofferson recalled when he first heard Janis Joplin's version of his song, "Me and Bobby McGee," the day after she died.

Kris Kristofferson, star of both country music and Hollywood, died at 88 on September 28. He wrote many of the 1970s’ most ...

28, was a Rhodes Scholar and an Army Ranger before taking a chance at songwriting. "Me and Bobby McGee" is perhaps his most famous song. Originally broadcast in 1999. This is FRESH AIR.

The esteemed singer-songwriter behind "Me and Bobby McGee" and dozens of other hits was also memorable on the big screen in 'Alice Doesn't Live Here Anymore' and 'A Star Is Born.' By Mike Barnes ...

Kristofferson was a singer himself, but many of his songs were best known as performed by others, whether Ray Price crooning "For the Good Times" or Janis Joplin belting out "Me and Bobby McGee." ...

Kris Kristofferson, a Rhodes scholar with a deft writing style and rough charisma who became a country music superstar and an A-list Hollywood actor, has died. Kristofferson died at his home on Maui, ...