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Seven Uncommon Steve Earle Facts You Would Love to Know

Steve Earle Facts
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  • Arden is a Senior Country Music Journalist for Country Thang Daily, specializing in classic hits and contemporary chart-toppers.
  • Prior to joining Country Thang Daily, Arden wrote for Billboard and People magazine, covering country music legends and emerging artists.
  • Arden holds a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the University of Tennessee, with a minor in Music Studies.

Nothing beats good old-fashioned country music. And one of the greatest of the great is none other than Steve Earle. He was extremely careful in his portrayal of the songs he sang, the lyrics he penned, and the emotions required to tell the story behind them.

He is famed for his country songs and rock’ n roll-tinged “alt-country,” and was loved because of his sense of originality that sets him apart from other country artists. That’s why he stands out from the crowd, getting fans emotionally immersed in his songs. He has created several chart-topping songs and has received recognition for his talent.

Steve Earle, on the other hand, is not just a successful musician but also a fascinating person. Here is a collection of unique and uncommon Steve Earle facts that you will certainly like.

1. When He Was 14, He Ran Away from Home

Steve Earle, unlike others, once left home when he was 14 years old in the hopes of meeting his idol, Townes Van Zandt. That is something you don’t see every day.

2. He is Not Just a Singer, He is also an Author

Many country singers often write their own songs, and that’s not something new to many. What distinguishes Steve Earle from the rest is that, in addition to being a singer and composer, he was also able to create short stories and novels of his own. Some of these are “Doghouse Roses” and “I’ll Never Get Out of This World Alive.”

3. He Was Married Seven Times

Steve Earle isn’t the kind to marry twice or three times. He was married seven times in all. Two of which are from the same woman. He married his first wife, Sandra “Sandy” Henderson, when he was just 18 years old.

4. He Is a Multi-Grammy Award Winner

He was able to win three Grammy Awards in all. And there is no doubt about that since it is a certainty that Steve Earle is a man of many talents.

5. He is Also an Actor

Steve Earle, as previously said, is a man of many talents. And his talent for acting is no exception. He has appeared in series like “The Wire” and “Treme.”

6. He Was a Rocker Before He Became a Country

Previously, Steve Earle had little interest in country music. He was really crazy about rock music. But eventually, he later expanded into many genres of rock music, folk music, and now country music. That might explain why his country songs have a rock feel to them.

7. Guitar Town Is One of His Best

“Guitar town” is one of Steve Earle’s Songs known by many. It is one of the tracks from his first album, also titled Guitar Town, which reached the top of the charts, peaking at No. 7 in the United States and Canada.

Steve Earle is regarded as one of the best country musicians of all time. And there is no mistake about it since he exudes a charismatic aura, especially in the way he delivers his songs. He is causing listeners to fall in love with him and his music. Feel free to share these uncommon facts with your friends or any Steve Earle fan. 

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