Ricky Van Shelton

Bio

Ricky Van Shelton is an American country music singer and songwriter born January 12, 1952, in Danville, Virginia. He rose to prominence in the late 1980s with a traditional country style that drew comparisons to earlier artists such as George Jones and Randy Travis. Shelton achieved multiple number-one hits on the Billboard country charts, including "Somebody Lied," "Life Turned Her That Way," and "I Meant Every Word He Said." His albums consistently reached the top of the country charts, and he received several major industry awards during his peak years. In addition to his secular work, Shelton has recorded gospel and Christian music, reflecting his personal faith.