From American Songwriter · Em Casalena · · 50s
Vince Gill's Poetic Lyrics Still Move Listeners
Vince Gill's lyrics from 1994-1997 still evoke tears and inspire songwriters decades later.
In brief
Vince Gill's lyrics from 1994-1997 still evoke tears and inspire songwriters decades later. Vince Gill's 1994-1997 country songs remain emotionally powerful for listeners and songwriters. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Vince Gill's 22 Grammy Wins
Vince Gill has 22 Grammy Awards and a Certified Quintuple-Platinum album from 1992.
Go Rest High On That Mountain
This 1995 song mourns Keith Whitley's death and was finished after Gill's brother Bob passed in 1993.
“Oh, how we cried the day you left us / We gathered round your grave to grieve / Wish I could see the angels’ faces / When they hear your sweet voice sing.”
Tryin’ To Get Over You
This 1994 song features Gill's wife Janis Oliver walking alone in a music video after their divorce.
“You could have given me a million reasons why / But it wouldn’t change a thing / You said it all when you said goodbye / And you took off your wedding ring.”
A Little More Love
This 1997 song peaked at No. 2 on the Hot Country Songs chart and urges reconciliation.
“Let’s put our differences aside / We can make it baby, you and I / Let’s give it just one more try / We can’t let this thing die.”
The big picture
Vince Gill's 1994-1997 country songs remain emotionally powerful for listeners and songwriters.
