Because the information began to unfold on Saturday (Dec. 12) that nation music legend Charley Delight, 86, had died as a result of issues from Covid-19, nation artists from each period shared their heartbreak and their reminiscences on social media.
I had the pleasure of assembly Charley Delight after I was taking part in the @opry. I used to be in awe of his presence and his expertise. So saddened by the information of his passing. He was a real legend and trailblazer. His affect on our style and generations of artists won’t ever be forgotten. Rip
— Luke Combs (@lukecombs) December 12, 2020
What a candy & legendary man. Each time he noticed you he would supply a smile & inform you your birthday. I don’t know the way he remembered, however he all the time did…I’m so glad I acquired a couple of probabilities to be within the presence of Charley. Relaxation In Peace & sing with the angels… https://t.co/SOfMJ950sP
— Carrie Underwood (@carrieunderwood) December 13, 2020
So unhappy to listen to concerning the lack of my outdated good friend Charley Delight right this moment. He was an incredible entertainer and will sing a rustic track like no different. I had the privilege of attending to work with him early in my profession and he couldn’t have been nicer and extra welcoming to a brand new man. pic.twitter.com/xiLLmqflQ9
— George Strait (@GeorgeStrait) December 13, 2020
I grew up listening to my Dad sing Charley Delight songs. We had been hugs followers and I used to be fortunate sufficient to cross paths with him over time. That is such a loss to the nation music group. He was a gentleman and a real legend. #RIPCharleyPride pic.twitter.com/lUzUOMcwJx
— John Michael Montgomery (@JM2Squared) December 13, 2020
I’m so heartbroken that one in all my dearest and oldest mates, Charley Delight, has handed away. It’s even worse to know that he handed away from COVID-19. What a horrible, horrible virus. Charley, we’ll all the time love you. (1/2)
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) December 12, 2020
Relaxation In Peace. My love and ideas exit to his household and all of his followers. – Dolly (2/2)
— Dolly Parton (@DollyParton) December 12, 2020
My coronary heart is so heavy. Charley Delight was an icon a legend and some other phrase u wanna use for his greatness. He destroyed Obstacles and did issues that nobody had ever accomplished. However right this moment I’m pondering of my good friend. Heaven simply acquired one of many best folks I do know. I miss and love u CP!
— Darius Rucker (@dariusrucker) December 13, 2020
God bless you sir #RIPCharleyPride pic.twitter.com/5PxHnuQK4u
— Randy Rogers Band (@randyrogersband) December 13, 2020
“I liked Charley Delight and can miss his joyful spirit. His voice was so distinctive, his information had been so effectively accomplished, he was an amazing entertainer, and he opened up a complete new marketplace for Nation music. No marvel he’s within the Corridor of Fame.” — Ricky Skaggs pic.twitter.com/HqOm0BPJZK
— Ricky Skaggs (@RickySkaggs) December 13, 2020
Charley Delight was a hero, and a trailblazer in nation music. Everybody who had the pleasure of realizing Charley liked him. He was actually one of many kindest folks I’ve ever met. I’m saddened past perception. My coronary heart is with Rozene and the household tonight.
— Trisha Yearwood (@trishayearwood) December 12, 2020
Candy. Sort. Brave. Courageous. Thanks Mr. Delight. pic.twitter.com/3fKUrbOBUU
— WadeBowen (@WadeBowen) December 13, 2020
Very unhappy to listen to of the passing of a rustic legend, Mr Charlie Delight. He was very type to me early in my profession, and his boldness and management as an African American nation artist broke down many limitations for artists that adopted. He might be vastly missed. #RIPCharliePride pic.twitter.com/CJVwaxvXnQ
— John Wealthy (@johnrich) December 12, 2020
Heartbreaking. I actually liked my good friend, Charley Delight. The world won’t ever be the identical. He was one of many easiest issues that ever occurred to nation music. I am all tears tonight. #charleypride #KissAnAngelGoodMorning #ihatecovid19 pic.twitter.com/5iOdJNbDuv
— Loretta Lynn (@LorettaLynn) December 13, 2020
We misplaced an amazing one right this moment. pic.twitter.com/4oeebVsLZU
— Keith City (@KeithUrban) December 12, 2020
It’s such a tragic day saying so lengthy to #CharleyPride. I’m simply so grateful I acquired to sing a track with him. That’s the place this pic was taken. I additionally narrated his I’ll Be Me documentary. My coronary heart, my love, my soul… every part goes out to Rozene and the complete Delight household.
❤️ pic.twitter.com/gv6RmTV7y4— Tanya Tucker (@tanyatucker) December 12, 2020
Charley was part of my profession from the earliest days after I was hanging out with Byron Gallimore at Delight Music Group. Charley was simply the nicest man, beneficiant of coronary heart and spirit. So type. Musically he’ll all the time be a legend and one of many nation greats. pic.twitter.com/a4sJIbCpmp
— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) December 12, 2020
As a person, he’ll all the time be an inspiration. He labored arduous it doesn’t matter what impediment he confronted and his willingness to interrupt down racial limitations modified our world for the higher. We love you and thanks. Our hearts exit to Rozene and the household. We’ll miss you Charley. pic.twitter.com/sidAai0vzn
— Tim McGraw (@TheTimMcGraw) December 12, 2020
— Mickey Guyton (@MickeyGuyton) December 13, 2020
Kiss an angel good mornin’. God bless you Charley Delight. Relaxation In Peace, and thanks for paving the best way
— Chase Rice. (@ChaseRiceMusic) December 12, 2020
I’m very VERY sorry to listen to the horrible information about Charley Delight.. Kiss An Angel Good Morning is one in all my first reminiscences of nation music.
— Blake Shelton (@blakeshelton) December 12, 2020
Your voice. Your humility. The truth that the primary time I ever visited the Opry, you had been backstage holding court docket and I used to be making an attempt to not eavesdrop. pic.twitter.com/1CdgIYRTZz
— MAREN MORRIS (@MarenMorris) December 13, 2020
I had the distinction of assembly Charley Delight a number of occasions over time… completely gutted to listen to of his passing #RIP
— ChrisYoungMusic (@ChrisYoungMusic) December 12, 2020
We’re saddened to listen to concerning the lack of the legendary Charley Delight. He was a real gentleman with a sort coronary heart. Our ideas are together with his family members. His music has made a huge effect on the three of us and on the world. #CharleyPride pic.twitter.com/Q2g7bu72Zn
— The Chicks (@thechicks) December 13, 2020
Charley Delight….your music will all the time remind me of childhood days with my Grandma. “Kaw-Liga”, “Kiss an Angel Good Morning” & “You’re So Good When You’re Dangerous”…simply to call a couple of. Thanks for sharing your expertise with the world. Relaxation In Peace pic.twitter.com/NwZmqjy3pb
— Brandy Clark (@TheBrandyClark) December 12, 2020
RIP Mr. Delight pic.twitter.com/NqUUNesfH2
— Cole Swindell (@coleswindell) December 12, 2020
So saddened to listen to concerning the passing of Charley Delight. Prayers for his spouse Rozene and his household.
— Martina McBride (@martinamcbride) December 12, 2020
It’s a tragic day for American music, baseball, and generations of children who very a lot wanted a hero. #RIPCharleyPride
— Jason Isbell (@JasonIsbell) December 12, 2020
Your voice introduced hundreds of thousands collectively, your smile was infectious and I so love that Montana had a spot in your coronary heart. Perpetually remembered, your legacy lives on. Kiss these angels Good Morning. #RIPCharleyPride pic.twitter.com/Z82fDCqyWk
— Stephanie Quayle (@StephanieQuayle) December 13, 2020
RIP Charlie Delight. Nation music misplaced one of many greats. Prayers for his household. pic.twitter.com/kx2eARZBhO
— Sara Evans (@saraevansmusic) December 12, 2020
Heartbroken on so many ranges. We have to make house for actual conversations proper now, for the complete story. We have to have a good time the music and legacy of Charley Delight AND discuss how Nation Music overlooks, underpays, steals from, and erases Black folks pic.twitter.com/3uBmESCWda
— Cam (@camcountry) December 13, 2020
a lot to say about Charley Delight.
id simply encourage everybody to learn up on his life & hearken to his music right this moment. his complete life is a lesson on tips on how to be.
that is 1 of two favourite songs of mine that he made well-known (the opposite is “All I Have To Provide You Is Me)
Roll On, MS pic.twitter.com/xEeJNDDTTb
— Charlie Worsham (@charlieworsham) December 12, 2020
Even Ken Burns, the filmmaker behind the latest PBS documentary miniseries Nation Music, was mourning Delight. “Charley Delight was a path blazer whose exceptional voice & beneficiant spirit broke down limitations in nation music simply as his hero Jackie Robinson had in baseball,” Burns mentioned in a press release. “His final efficiency was his hit, ’Kiss an Angel Good Mornin.’ Now he’s one.”
