American Songwriter

On This Day in 1972, Charley Pride Topped the Country Charts With a Signature Love Song Later Covered by Alan Jackson and George Jones

Barrier-breaking country star Charley Pride was at No. 1 with the biggest crossover hit of his career on this day in 1972.
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1972, Charley Pride Was at No. 1 With His Tenth Chart-Topping Single—a Love Song Almost Too Good To Be True

Fifty-three years ago today, Charley Pride was at the top of the country chart with his tenth career No. 1 single.
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Lost Charley Pride Album Sees the Light of Day After 40 Years

Trailblazing country music star Charley Pride died in December 2020, leaving behind a legacy that includes over 40 No. 1 hits and millions of record sales. After his death, it was confirmed that some ...
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This Day in History: Country music trailblazer Charley Pride died 5 years ago

Country music lost a trailblazer five years ago, December 12, when Charley Pride, the first Black star in country music, died at age 86.
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Darius Rucker follows Charley Pride's footsteps with No. 1 country hit

Darius Rucker can play it down it all he wants, but his breakthrough as a country artist makes him historic. Rucker, best known as the lead vocalist of pop group Hootie & the Blowfish, is officially ...