Brett James Dies: Country Singer-Songwriter Killed in Plane Crash
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Brett James, Country Songwriter Behind Carrie Underwood’s ‘Jesus, Take the Wheel,’ Dies in Plane Crash
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US singer-songwriter Brett James has died in a small plane crash, according to music industry officials.
James, 57, released one solo album in the 1990s but was better known for the hundreds of country songs he worked on behind the scenes.
His most famous was Carrie Underwood’s Jesus, Take The Wheel, which won two Grammys – for best country song and best female country vocal performance in 2007.
What Happened?
The country musician was on board a ”small engine airplane” when it crashed on Thursday, September 18th, the nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame said in a statement. The plane, registered in James’s name, was carrying three people when it went down near Franklin, North Carolina.
Tributes and Reactions
the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame wrote on its Facebook page: “We mourn the untimely loss of Hall of Fame member Brett James, a 2020 inductee who was killed in a small-engine airplane crash on September 18.”
Nashville Songwriters Association International (NSAI) also posted an online tribute, describing him as a “legendary songwriter and board member” and adding: ”The loss is profound.”
Brett James: A Prolific Songwriter
While James released a solo album in the 1990s, his true impact came from his songwriting.He penned hits for a wide range of artists, establishing himself as a highly sought-after collaborator in the country music industry. his ability to craft emotionally resonant lyrics and memorable melodies made him a cornerstone of modern country songwriting.
The Investigation
The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said it will investigate the circumstances of the crash. Details regarding the cause of the crash are currently unknown and will be resolute through the NTSB’s investigation.
Notable Songs Written by Brett James
| song Title | Artist | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Jesus, Take the Wheel | Carrie Underwood | 2005 |
| Somthing to Be Proud Of | Montgomery Gentry | 2003 |