When it comes to country music, the sadder the song, the bigger the hit. Earning the title of “Saddest Song in Country Music History” is as good as gold for country singers. Even more impressive is standing out with a sad country song in the 1990s—an era when the genre was defined by tearjerkers. It’s an honor most country songwriters can only aspire to.
Country music news site Taste of Country named the saddest country songs of all time. Landing in the top spot is the surprising former lead singer of ’70s soft rock band Pure Prairie League, country legend Vince Gill.
Earning Taste of Country’s vote for saddest country song of all time is Vince Gill’s "Go Rest High on That Mountain." The gospel-influenced country ballad was inspired by the death of Keith Whitley and Gill’s own brother. Appearing on Gill’s 1994 solo album When Love Finds You, "Go Rest High on That Mountain" is often considered the definitive country funeral song. Though recorded as part of Gill’s solo career, the singer’s years with Pure Prairie League helped shape his vocal style, and his success as a solo artist reflects the ’70s band’s legacy.
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Chart Performance and Awards
"Go Rest High on That Mountain" was released as a single in 1995 and peaked at No. 14 on the Billboard Hot Country Singles chart. The song won Song of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards and earned Gill the Best Male Country Vocal Performance award at the 1996 Grammy Awards.
Why the Song Still Resonates
@vincegillEvery performance of "Go Rest High On That Mountain" has it's own story. Listen to the 30th anniversary extended version now!
♬ Go Rest High On That Mountain - Extended Version - Vince GillVince Gill took more than five years to complete "Go Rest High on That Mountain," citing the song’s deeply emotional nature. The song is a tribute to someone who has lived a faithful life and is now at peace in heaven. "Go Rest High on That Mountain" offers a message of comfort and hope, making it one of the most requested and respected memorial songs in country music history.
Now, the song is also considered the saddest.
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