Country singer and songwriter Kenny Chesney has penned a heartbreaking tribute about the loss of someone close to him: Brett James.
Kenny Chesney Pens Heartfelt Tribute
Chesney posted a collection of pictures on Instagram, showing James in happier times, which highlighted their close bond. In the caption, he discussed his loss and how he was grieving his dear friend.
“A very difficult goodbye to my Brother Of The Sun Brett James,” Chesney began his lengthy post. “I haven’t wanted to post cause I didn’t want to believe it. Brett and I shared a unique bond. A Brotherhood. A kinship. We wrote Reality and Out Last Night on the same afternoon sitting on my pool deck in the Virgin Islands two days after Christmas.”
He continued, “We had a lot of authentic life fun writing songs together over the years, and I’m sure going to miss it. It’s hard to process his creative soul being gone. This kind of loss. I feel as if part of my creative soul went with him. It will be a void in my life and creativity forever. I’ve never known writing songs or being on the road without him.”
Chesney also praised James and his tremendous impact on his music, revealing how he wrote many of his songs and also co-wrote alongside him. He ended his message with a goodbye. “Thank you for being a lifer, for being a shirtless, sunburned troubadour, for your friendship, your songs, and all the laughs. Save me a seat at the After Party!” Chesney wrote.
Fans have flooded the comment section with messages of love and support. “Beautiful tribute, Kenny,” a comment reads. “His spirit will live on with the songs he wrote, keep singing his songs! Much love and prayers to you and his family,” another person shared.
What Happened to Brett James?
James’ passing was announced on Friday, September 19. He was involved in a private plane crash that killed him, his wife, and his stepdaughter. The aircraft, which crashed in a field in Franklin, North Carolina, was registered under his legal name, Brett Cornelius James, FOX41 reports.
It was also reported that the FAA and the National Transportation Safety Board were investigating the crash.
James was well-respected in the music industry and left a lasting mark, especially in country music. He created big hits like Carrie Underwood’s hit track, “Jesus Take the Wheel,” and Dierks Bentley’s song “I Hold On.” Many stars have publicly mourned him, including Underwood, Bentley, and Tim McGraw, who penned a heartfelt statement on Instagram.
