Date of Birth: January 12, 1926
Zodiac Sign: Capricorn
Date of Death: December 16, 2013
Biography
Ray Price, born Noble Ray Price on January 12, 1926, in Perryville, Texas, was an influential American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist. He is best known for his smooth baritone voice, innovative musical styles, and a career that spanned more than six decades. Price’s early work was characterized by honky-tonk sounds, but he later pioneered the “Nashville Sound,” blending traditional country music with sophisticated orchestration. In the 1950s, Price formed the Cherokee Cowboys, one of the most respected backing bands in country music, which included future stars like Willie Nelson and Roger Miller. Price’s hits include “Crazy Arms,” “Release Me,” and “For the Good Times.” He continued to record and perform until his death on December 16, 2013, in Mount Pleasant, Texas, leaving behind a legacy that helped shape the evolution of country music.
5 Interesting Facts about Ray Price
1. Ray Price served in the United States Marine Corps during World War II.
2. His hit song “Crazy Arms” spent 20 weeks at the top of the country charts in 1956.
3. Price was a member of the Grand Ole Opry from 1952 until his death.
4. He earned two Grammy Awards during his career.
5. Ray Price was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 1996.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ray Price
1. “A good country song takes a page out of somebody’s life and puts it to music.”
2. “I never gave up on country music because I knew what I was doing was not that bad.”
3. “Music should be real. When you listen to music, it should mean something to you.”
4. “The music business is all about timing.”
5. “If you don’t keep up with the times, you’re going to be left behind.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of his career, Ray Price’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Ray Price had one son, Cliff Price.
Relevant Links
2. [Country Music Hall of Fame Profile](https://countrymusichalloffame.org/artist/ray-price/
3. [Ray Price on IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0697067/
4. [Grammy Awards History](https://www.grammy.com/grammys/artists/ray-price
5. [Ray Price Discography on Discogs](https://www.discogs.com/artist/251612-Ray-Price
