Welcome to another episode of Thank A Songwriter, where we dive deep into the stories behind the songs and the legends who wrote them. Today’s guest needs no introduction in the world of country music, but I’m going to give him one anyway. Our guest is a true legend—a songwriter, an artist, and a member of the Grand Ole Opry for 64 years! He’s written six #1 radio singles, both as an artist and a songwriter, and has more than three dozen Top 10 hits to his name. His songs have shaped country music for decades, from the timeless “City Lights” with Ray Price, to Connie Smith’s iconic “Once A Day,” to George Strait’s Grammy-winning “Give It Away,” co-written with Jamey Johnson and Buddy Cannon. Bill Anderson is also a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Songwriters Hall of Fame. If there’s a prestigious accolade in country music, he’s earned it. In today’s episode, we’ll get into Bill’s incredible career, how he’s seen the genre evolve, and the stories behind some of his most unforgettable songs. Bill, we are so excited to have you on the show.