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Gene Watson | |
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 Watson performing at the Grand Ole Opry in 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Gary Gene Watson |
| Born | October 11, 1943 Palestine, Texas |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1962–present |
| Labels | Capitol, MCA, Epic, Warner Bros., Step One, Shanachie |
| Website | genewatsonmusic |
Gary Gene Watson (born October 11, 1943)[1] is an American country music singer. He is most famous for his 1975 hit "Love in the Hot Afternoon," his 1981 No. 1 hit "Fourteen Carat Mind," and his signature 1979 song "Farewell Party." Watson's long career has included five number one hits,[2] 21 top tens, and 48 charted singles.
- ^ Colin Larkin, ed. (1993). The Guinness Who's Who of Country Music (First ed.). Guinness Publishing. p. 436. ISBN 0-85112-726-6.
- ^ Billboard, Cashbox, Radio & Records, Gavin and Music Row Music Charts