
Tributes Pour In for Brett James, Acclaimed Songwriter, After Tragic Plane Crash
Brett James, the celebrated songwriter known for Carrie Underwood's hit 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' tragically died in a plane crash in North Carolina at the age of 57. His passing is a significant loss for the music industry, impacting fans and fellow artists alike. James was recognized for his contributions to country music, including his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2020, and his work has left a lasting legacy.

Tributes Pour In for Brett James, Acclaimed Songwriter, After Tragic Plane Crash
Brett James, the celebrated songwriter known for Carrie Underwood's hit 'Jesus, Take the Wheel,' tragically died in a plane crash in North Carolina at the age of 57. His passing is a significant loss for the music industry, impacting fans and fellow artists alike. James was recognized for his contributions to country music, including his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame in 2020, and his work has left a lasting legacy.
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