CHARLEY PRIDE A LEGEND THAT CHANGED COUNTRY MUSIC FOREVER Today we honor Charley Pride, a true giant of real country music and a man whose voice, talent, and strength reshaped the genre forever. Born in Mississippi, Charley Pride broke barriers at a time when country music needed courage and authenticity. Before conquering Nashville, he was a professional baseball player, spending time in the Negro Leagues, proving that his drive and discipline ran far deeper than music alone. From 1966 to 1987,