The music world is mourning the loss of Brett James, the Grammy-winning songwriter best known for Carrie Underwood’s hit “Jesus, Take the Wheel.” James, 55, was killed earlier today when his small plane crashed near an elementary school in North Carolina, killing all three on board. Officials called it a miracle no children were hurt.
James wrote more than 500 songs throughout his career, penning hits for stars like Kenny Chesney, Tim McGraw, and Jason Aldean. Tributes from fans and artists flooded social media, honoring him as one of Nashville’s most gifted lyricists. Federal investigators are now working to determine the cause of the crash.
