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Vince Gill

Musician, singer and songwriter

United States · b. 1957

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Since the release of his breakthrough album, When I Call Your Name, in 1990, Vince Gill has been a dominant figure in the world of country music, earning 20 Grammy Awards in only 18 years, for his singing and songwriting, and for his many collaborations with the elite of country music, bluegrass, rock and pop. He won his 21st Grammy in 2016, the all-time record for a country music artist. His 2006 collection, These Days, is a four-disc, 43-song set showcasing his versatility in country, folk and contemporary styles. His sweet tenor voice has made him a favorite collaborator with the biggest names in American music.

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Question What is the best advice you have ever received? Time & hindsight read 25 other answers →

I think some of the best advice I got as a young session musician — the first time I played on something — they came back and said, “Now just play me half of what you know. Okay, that was impressive, but that’s not what I need here.” So it’s really an exercise on what’s best going to serve the work in front of you, what’s the job that will do that the best.

Recorded Academy of Achievement interview, Singita Sabi Sand Game Reserve, South Africa, 5 July 2009 source ↗

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