“The Texas Country Music Hall of Fame has been honoring country music legends for 25 years and we can’t think of a better person on our 25th Anniversary than David Frizzell who continues to keep traditional country music alive,” Tommie Ritter Smith, President.
David Frizzell is a Grammy-nominated country legend and the voice behind the ACM Song of the Year, “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma.” A hitmaker of the 1980s and younger brother of Lefty Frizzell, David’s career spans decades of chart-topping music, collaborations, and heartfelt storytelling. He continues to tour, record, and celebrate country music’s rich legacy.
David Frizzell & Shelly West made country music history with their ACM-winning duet “You’re the Reason God Made Oklahoma”, a No. 1 hit that became an instant classic. Together, they dominated the 1980s, winning Vocal Duo of the Year twice and leaving an unforgettable mark on country music. Their harmonies, storytelling, and chemistry continue to inspire fans today.
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You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma Winner with Shelly West
Winner with Shelly West
David Frizzell honors his legendary brother in I Love You a Thousand Ways: The Lefty Frizzell Story, a heartfelt tribute to one of country music’s most influential artists. Featuring a foreword by Merle Haggard, this book chronicles Lefty’s rise, impact, and timeless legacy. A must-read for country music fans.