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Vince Gill: Songs, Albums & Biography

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A voice that can break your heart and a guitar that can make other guitarists quit. Vince Gill is one of country music’s most respected musicians, and one of its most decorated. From our guide to country music artists.

Vince Gill seated with an acoustic guitar at a microphone

Vince Gill at a glance

BornApril 12, 1957, Norman, Oklahoma
Early bandsPure Prairie League; Rodney Crowell’s Cherry Bombs
Breakthrough“When I Call Your Name” (1990)
GRAMMYs22, the most of any male country artist
Country Music Hall of FameInducted 2007
AlsoTouring member of the Eagles since 2017

Session ace to superstar

Gill played in bluegrass bands as a teenager, sang lead for Pure Prairie League (“Let Me Love You Tonight”) and played in Rodney Crowell’s band. He was the musician other stars called for harmonies and guitar.

Breakthrough

“When I Call Your Name” (1990) made him a solo star. Through the ’90s he stacked up hits and awards, and he hosted the CMA Awards for twelve years.

Still going

He joined the Eagles on tour in 2017. He’s married to Christian music star Amy Grant.

Vince Gill's best songs

  1. “When I Call Your Name” – The breakthrough ballad.
  2. “Pocket Full of Gold” – Temptation, told plainly.
  3. “Look at Us” – A love that lasts.
  4. “I Still Believe in You” – A heartfelt No. 1.
  5. “Don’t Let Our Love Start Slippin’ Away” – A rocking change of pace.
  6. “One More Last Chance” – Fun and fast.
  7. “Go Rest High on That Mountain” – A gospel-hearted farewell.
  8. “Whenever You Come Around” – Shy, sweet romance.

His place in country history

Gill bridges bluegrass, ’90s country and today. Read more in our history of country music.

If you like Vince Gill

Try George Strait, a fellow ’90s neotraditional giant, and Tim McGraw for more emotional ballads.

Vince Gill FAQs

How many GRAMMYs does Vince Gill have?

Twenty-two, the most of any male country artist.

Is Vince Gill in the Eagles?

He has toured with the Eagles since 2017.

Who is Vince Gill married to?

Amy Grant.

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