The Life and Times of Carl Smith (3/1927 - 1/2010) - The Early Years

[encrypter46]

A couple songs of his that I liked were "Who Do You Think I am?" and "Mommy Please Stay Home With Me".

[jfgovretired]

Without a doubt, the soul of Country Music.

[ThePurecountrygal]

One of the greatest country singers ever and I didn't hear of him passing until I looked up his music on U tube. Nashville is so busy promoting it's pop music that has no tune, heart or soul , sung by musicians that all sound pretty much the same that they couldn't pay tribute to one of the greats. I wish a true country music promoter would start a new venue in Wheeling or Bronson where country music has flowed in the past. It would make country music fans real happy. We could kiss Nashville BYE

[glipzik]

There is a generation of country music fans not yet born who are going to recognize that country music history was more than Hank Williams and Lefty Frizell. When the memory of these others begins to fade. fans are going to ask who else and they will discover Carl Smith.

[clyderf]

btooley10... I'm with you one hundred percent on that.

[clyderf]

Carl Smith was one of my favorites until well into the mid 50's when the so called Nashville Sound began watering down Country Music. With very few exceptions it has never recovered, but I still listen to Bluegrass which has somehow managed to dodge the torpedoes and hold onto it's soul.

[btooley10]

I wonder if all our old artists realized they were actually more 'doctors' then the ones in the medical field... They could cure more pain and suffering with their music then any doctor with all the pills on the market... I've paralleled most of these artists, age-wise, and even in 'our' older age they still have the 'touch', so I don't think 'any' of them 'really' die....

[freba90]

I love Carl and his daughter carlene carter. Did he have any more children ?

[dicktuttle]

I saw this fantastic singer in Temple, TX in 1965. I also grew up on his music.

[bigdogmaniac72]

Great tribute to Carl. There She Goes is my favorite of his song. I dont know of any songs he did that I didnt like. Thanks.

[ronhmason]

@10ecboy

That's because the modern news media barely recognized him. What a shame!

[immerstein100]

R.I.P Carl You was a great singer. I'm gonna miss your voice and music.....

[hotdog4sex]

R.I.P Carl cut a cross shorty now in heaven

[hphdangerzone]

Very nice.. Always liked "There She Goes"

[billga2010]

Very nice tribute to a great star. Here in Toronto we remember the best Country and Western TV show ever > Carl Smith's Country Music Hall .

[SpooksHill]

When carl passed the country radio stations didnt so much as mention his name. it makes me sick

[idontdothatdou]

@SpooksHill Do you think it's because the today's uptown trash playing DJ's didn't even know who he was.  Sad, I agree

[ronhmason]

@idontdothatdou

That's exactly what happened. Sad-Sad-Sad state of affairs these days!

[The72137able]

Sorry to hear about his passing. What memories

I have listening to his music. I've been a fan

since the 50's and have most of his music.

R.I.P

[QWZXM]

@The72137able JUst read June 18th of Carl Smith's passing. He was an early ICON in the ciountry music field-God Bless.

[ourmissboo]

Oh, I am so sad. I just learned that Carl Smith died last month. He was one of my all-time favorites. A true gentleman and a great performer. He will be truly missed.

[tomearly100]

there is a great band forming in Heaven Mr Carl Smith just made it better

[tomearly100]

i was sad to hear of another sweet sound that he put together . hes jointed the great show in Heaven

[jukeboxman1950]

Although time in it's passing takes many things from us, time can never take away cherrished memories of friends & loved ones gone before us. RIP Carl.

[NcicHit]

I grew up listening to Carl Smith. Sorry to hear he passed away. They don't make them like Carl anymore.

[carlenecarter52]

I was very sad to hear of his passing. I know Carlene and her family will be in my prayers. RIP Carl Smith

[bgbreakdown]

RIP real country music! RIP Carl Smith.

[1950F8]

A Great loss to all. Carl had a major influence on the type of country music I learned to play and sing. R I P .

[mrronniea]

Carl Smith was one of the first Great Artists to turn this New York City boy on to Country Music back in the early 50's.

Thanks.

[flashbell]

I went to the Williams Memorial Gardens funeral home this evening to pay my respects to an artist who has entertained me for 53 years. I met Sonny james in the parking lot. Once inside, I met his two sons. It was a touching event.

[PolkRidgeAesthete]

What a milestone! I just learned of his death by seeking his music posted here...His recordings are sure to remain among the most evocative and telling in all of country music.

[jocelynn62985]

Can't believe this..defintitely one of my favorites...Got teased for listening to him and countless others in high school. RIP

[nowellm]

Thank you so much for posting these.  "Hey Joe" and "There She Goes" were a couple of my favorites when I first started listening to country music in the early 1950's. RIP Carl.

[jtls8]

So sorry to hear of his death the 16th! He

was one of the all time GREATEST!

[claysjavelin1]

Marveious*****

[oscarshwartz]

Thanks for sharing this. He's always been one of my favorites. I remember very well when he was having hit after hit in the 60's!! ----------Lee