George Strait, known as the 'King of Country', is an iconic American country music singer, born in Poteet, Texas. He is recognised for his neotraditionalist country style and has an extensive career filled with numerous hits and records, making him one of the best-selling music artists of all time.
George Strait started his music career in the 1970s with the Ace in the Hole Band. His breakthrough came in the 1980s with his first hit single, 'Unwound'. Strait's career spans several decades, amassing over 60 number-one hits on country music charts, which is more than any other artist in any genre. He has received numerous awards, including multiple Country Music Association Awards and Grammy Awards. Known for his traditional country sound, he has significantly influenced the genre and continues to perform and produce music, maintaining a strong fan base worldwide.
