Gene Watson
Gene Watson | |
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Watson performing at the Grand Ole Opry in 2007 | |
| Background information | |
| Birth name | Gary Gene Watson |
| Born | October 11, 1943 Palestine, Texas, U.S. |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupation | Singer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 1962–present |
| Labels | Capitol, MCA, Epic, Warner Bros., Step One, Shanachie |
| Website | genewatsonmusic |
Gary Gene Watson (born October 11, 1943) is an American country music singer. He is most famous for his 1975 hit "Love in the Hot Afternoon", his 1981 number-one hit "Fourteen Carat Mind", and his signature 1979 song "Farewell Party". Watson's long career has included five number-one hits, 21 top-10s, and 48 charted singles.