Artist Bio:
Charley Pride was an American country music singer and guitarist. He was born on March 18, 1934, in Sledge, Mississippi, and passed away on December 12, 2020, in Dallas, Texas. Pride was one of the few African-American artists to have success in the country music genre, breaking racial barriers in the music industry. He first gained recognition in the late 1960s and 1970s with hits such as "Kiss an Angel Good Mornin'" and "All I Have to Offer You (Is Me)."
Pride was the first African-American artist to be inducted into the Grand Ole Opry, a prestigious country music institution. He won several awards during his career, including three Grammy Awards and multiple Country Music Association Awards. Pride's smooth baritone voice and genuine storytelling in his songs made him a beloved figure in country music, and he is remembered as a trailblazer who paved the way for other artists of color in the genre.
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