Jessi Colter

Date of Birth: May 25, 1943

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Date of Death: (Leave blank if alive)

Biography

Jessi Colter, born Mirriam Johnson, is an American country music artist known for her success in the 1970s as a solo artist and for her collaborations with her husband, Waylon Jennings, and other artists in the outlaw country movement. Born in Phoenix, Arizona, she began her musical career by playing the piano at an early age and performing in her church. After marrying Duane Eddy, a guitarist, in 1962, she was introduced to the world of recording. However, her big break came after her marriage to Waylon Jennings in 1969. Colter’s 1975 hit single “I’m Not Lisa” brought her national attention and solidified her place in country music. She continued to produce successful albums and collaborate with Jennings on various projects. Throughout her career, Colter has been celebrated for her distinctive voice and her contributions to the country music genre.

5 Interesting Facts about Jessi Colter

1. Jessi Colter was one of the few female artists to be associated with the outlaw country movement.

2. Her hit single “I’m Not Lisa” reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Chart and No. 4 on the Billboard Hot 100.

3. Jessi Colter’s stage name was inspired by her great-grandfather, Jesse Colter.

4. Before fully launching her music career, she appeared as a backup vocalist for artists like Waylon Jennings.

5. In addition to her music career, Colter co-authored a biography about her life with Waylon Jennings titled “An Outlaw and a Lady.”

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Jessi Colter

1. “My music comes from my soul and my heart.”

2. “I always believed in the spirit of the outlaw, the idea of breaking away from the norm.”

3. “Waylon and I were partners in music and life; our love was as strong as our melodies.”

4. “Country music is about truth and storytelling, and that’s what I strive for in my songs.”

5. “You have to be true to yourself in music, just as in life.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Highest net worth achieved: $5 million

Children

Jessi Colter has one child, Waylon Albright “Shooter” Jennings, born May 19, 1979. Shooter Jennings is also a musician and has followed in his parents’ footsteps with a successful career in country and rock music.