Charley Pride died today at the age of 86... he was the first Black member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. His passing comes the day after my grandpas. And my grandfather is the reason I loveeee the good old country music. My gramp would often sing Charley Pride’s songs... here’s one of my favorites, #crystalchandelier : Also I can’t thank you enough for your kind words and prayers this week, I have read the comments.. just haven’t been able to respond yet. Love to you all ♥️  More on the

March 18 – Remembering the Legendary Charley Pride Today, we honor the heavenly birthday of Charley Pride, a man who never saw himself as a victim but as an artist with a mission—to prove his talent beyond all prejudice. Born in Sledge, Mississippi, in 1934, Charley’s journey was nothing short of extraordinary. At a time when country music had rarely embraced Black artists, Pride let his voice do the talking. With a smooth baritone, heartfelt storytelling, and an undeniable stage presence, he sh