Country music artists pay homage to the late Loretta Lynn

The country music industry continues to mourn the loss of Loretta Lynn. She left a mark on the world that will be remembered for a long time. Artists have been paying tributes to her on social media, sharing their fondest memories of Loretta or how her kind spirit will be instilled in their hearts.

George Strait
“We’re sure going to miss Loretta Lynn. What an amazing woman and so unbelievably talented. Very thankful she shared that with all of us fans. God bless all of the family. Rest in Peace Loretta. See you down the road. —gs”

Tanya Tucker
“My hero Loretta Lynn got her wings and it’s been a day filled with (crying). Thanking God above for blessing me with her music and guidance through the music world. I looked up 2 her always. We became bffs, she brought me (flowers) always and I brought (flowers) to her. Even named a horse after her! <3 U4ever”

Country Music Hall of Fame CEO, Kyle Young
“Loretta Lynn’s life was unlike any other, yet she drew from it a body of work that resonates with people everywhere. In a music business that is often concerned with aspiration and fantasy, Loretta insisted on sharing her own brash and brave truth.”

Vince Gill
“Loretta Lynn

April 14, 1932, Butcher Hollow, KY - October 4, 2022, Hurricane Mills, TN”

Carrie Underwood
“The first time I met Loretta Lynn was at the Grand Ole Opry at beginning of my career. I was chatting in the corner with another artist and someone walked behind me and smacked me on the rear end! I turned around and there she was...in a big sparkly dress..”

Billy Ray Cyrus
“Celebrating the life of Loretta Lynn. One of my highest honors was being joined by her and George Jones on a song I wrote called “Country Music Has The Blues.” She handed me this wonderful gift on that day.”

T. Graham Brown
“Sweet Miss Loretta has crossed the river Jordan. I first met her in 1977 and have since remained friends. Sheila and I will miss her greatly. I’ll always cherish her recording of my song, “Wine Into Water.” Please, pray for her family at this sad time. God Bless You!”

Toby Keith
“The icon award...need I say more. Rest in peace, Ms. Loretta. -T”

Tracy Lawrence
“I’m heartbroken to hear of Loretta’s passing. She’s been part of my musical life since birth. My mother was a fan and listened to her music while she was carrying me. In fact, if I’d been born a girl, my mother would’ve named me Loretta Lynn. God Bless you miss Loretta.”

Brandi Carlile
“It occurred to me today, as I was contemplating the loss of our dear and powerful Loretta Lynn, that when she was a younger woman and already a legend, she treated these two women (and many more) the way they now treat me. I’m thinking about Loretta’s family today and her many close friends, but I’m also thinking about my heroes and friends Tanya Tucker and Wynonna as well.”

Barbara Mandrell
“Loretta Lynn contributed enormously to the world of Country Music. All of us adored and loved her.”

Margo Price
“It’s safe to say I wouldn’t even be making country music today if it weren’t for Loretta Lynn. She showed me up what it looked like to be a musician and a mama. Her writing was as real as the day is long. This one hurts on another level. I’ll miss her forever.”

Rhonda Vincent
“Oh my heart is sad to learn that Loretta Lynn has passed away at 90 years old. Sending our love and prayers to her family. The Coal Miners Daughter - Loretta Lynn - April 14, 1932 - October 4, 2022 Rest In Sweet Peace Loretta.”

Crystal Gayle
“The world lost a legend. We lost a sister. Love you Loretta.”

The Oak Ridge Boys
“Very sad news this morning ... LORETTA LYNN has gone home ... Great Britain lost their Queen ... now we have lost ours ... Rest easy ma’am. You were loved all ...”

Bellamy Brothers
“We toured a lot with Loretta Lynn in the 1980s. She and Conway Twitty record our song (“Spiders and Snakes”) as a duet which is still one of our favorite career highlights. She was Country Music pure and simple. She’s irreplaceable and a complete original. Our hearts go out to her family. The Coal Miner’s Daughter is Heaven’s newest angel.”