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Jerry Reed
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Jerry Reed was a singer, guitar player and movie actor from Atlanta, Georgia, best known for "East Bound and Down," the theme song from Smokey and the Bandit. He won a Grammy for "When You're Hot, You're Hot" and went into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2017. He passed away on September 1, 2008.

Born
March 20, 1937
Hometown
Atlanta, Georgia
Country Music Hall of Fame
Inducted 2017

Latest Stories

Here Are 15 Country Songs About Trucks To Celebrate Every Occasion 

Country songs about trucks are some of the genre's finest and most inspiring tunes. Amazingly, there's one for every occasion.

Jerry Reed Sung “This Little Light Of Mine” With Family In This Old Clip

In an undated clip, Jerry Reed was joined by his wife and two daughters for a beautiful performance of the beloved gospel song "This Little Light of Mine."

Jerry Reed’s “A Thing Called Love” Played An Instrumental Role In The Careers Of Jimmy Dean And Johnny Cash

Jimmy Dean and Johnny Cash's career was enhanced because of Jerry Reed through one of his singles. The song called “A Thing Called Love.” When Dean and Cash recorded and released the song, it smashed the airwaves and the country charts.

Remembering The Death Of Jerry Reed, The Guitar Man Of Country Music

On September 1, 2008, popular country singer and movie actor Jerry Reed died at his home outside Nashville, Tennessee, after a long bout with emphysema.

Here Are Some Facts About Jerry Reed That You Might Not Know Yet

While he's no longer with us, Jerry Reed's guitar work, songwriting, and stage persona will forever be cherished and never be forgotten.

Listen To The Top 10 Best Jerry Reed Songs In History

Did you know that some of Jerry Reed songs were featured on films like The Bounty Hunter and even video games like Grand Theft Auto: San Andreas?

Jerry Reed’s “When You’re Hot, You’re Hot” Is The Best Example For Old Country Bop

With its catchy tune and fun lyrics, Jerry Reed’s “When You’re Hot, You’re Hot” became the model of old country bop. Here’s the story behind the song.

Jerry Reed’s “Amos Moses” Bites The Charts As Singer’s Highest Single

To remember the “Good Ol’ Boy” Jerry Reed, let’s listen once more to the song "Amos Moses" and be swept off our feet as we do the line dance.

Jerry Reed’s “East Bound and Down” Is The Best Companion When You’re On The Road

Listen to Jerry Reed’s “East Bound and Down,” and you’ll know why this laidback country tune is a classic choice for your road trip playlist.

Remember Jerry Reed’s “The Bird”? The Fun Song About A Talking Parrot

Before retirement and his death, Jerry Reed recorded and released his very last single called “The Bird.” It became number one on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks on January 15, 1983. On the other hand, the song topped at number two on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart before Christmas in 1982.