1971 Classic Was a No. 1 Hit 55 Years Ago Today

His single, "I'd Rather Love You," climbed to the No. 1 spot on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart, continuing a streak that helped make Pride one of the genre's biggest stars during the late ...
American Songwriter

On This Day in 1971, Charley Pride Topped the Country Charts With a Signature Tune That Provided the Recipe for a Happy Marriage

Born in Sledge, Mississippi, Charley Pride smashed through every racial barrier possible to cement his legacy in Nashville. In 1967, he became only the second Black artist to join the Grand Ole Opry.
San Diego Union-Tribune

Trailblazer Charley Pride to get lifetime achievement award

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Trailblazing country music star Charley Pride will get a lifetime achievement award at the CMA Awards in November. The rich baritone singer became the genre’s first Black superstar, ...
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CMA Award for Male Vocalist of the Year awarded to Charley Pride

IIIF provides researchers rich metadata and media viewing options for comparison of works across cultural heritage collections. Visit the IIIF page to learn more. 1971 Country Music Association (CMA) ...