A member of the Country Music Hall of Fame, Tillis has had a long career as a singer, songwriter and storyteller. He was known for a stutter in his speech, which was often the focal point of his downhome comic persona, but his singing voice remained a smooth, clear baritone. His recording career dates back to the 1950s, though he really gained moment as an artist in the 1960s and '70s, thanks to hits like "Stateside," "Let Me Talk to You," "Stomp Them Grapes" and "Coca Cola Cowboy." more on this story

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