Send us Fan Mail What do “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “D-I-V-O-R-C-E,” “Golden Ring,” “Time Marches On,” and “I Wanna Talk About Me” have in common? Bobby Braddock wrote them all. This week on Once Around the Country, we look back at the remarkable career of one of Nashville’s greatest songwriters, from his early days growing up in Lakeland, Florida, to his years playing piano for Marty Robbins and eventually becoming a member of the Country Music Hall of Fame. Gary shares the stories behind some of Braddock’s biggest songs, including the Tammy Wynette classic “D-I-V-O-R-C-E” and the George Jones masterpiece “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” a song that helped revive Jones’ career. You’ll also hear the stories behind “Golden Ring,” “Texas Tornado,” “Time Marches On,” “People Are Crazy,” and “I Wanna Talk About Me,” including how Bobby helped a young Blake Shelton and how Toby Keith ended up recording a song that had originally been written for Blake. Gary also talks with fellow songwriters Bob DiPiero, Marv Green, and Larry Gatlin about Braddock’s influence and why songwriters can still learn from his work. In this episode: How Bobby Braddock discovered his passion for songwritingHis early work with Marty RobbinsThe story behind “D-I-V-O-R-C-E”How “He Stopped Loving Her Today” helped revive George Jones’ careerThe unusual story behind “Golden Ring”Why Bobby considers “Time Marches On” one of his favorite hitsHow “I Wanna Talk About Me” ended up with Toby KeithBobby Braddock’s connection to Blake SheltonWhat other Nashville songwriters say about his workWhy Bobby Braddock remains an important songwriter for future generations This episode is sponsored by: Bison Junk Removal Mike Counsil Plumbing & Rooter (Use code “Gary” to get $89 off any service!) License #: 679261 Bio: Bobby Braddock is one of country music’s most celebrated songwriters, with a career spanning more than five decades. He has written some of the genre’s most enduring songs, including “D-I-V-O-R-C-E,” “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” “Golden Ring,” “Time Marches On,” “I Wanna Talk About Me,” and “People Are Crazy.” Born in Lakeland, Florida, Braddock moved to Nashville and built a remarkable career as a songwriter, musician, and mentor. His songs have been recorded by artists including Tammy Wynette, George Jones, Toby Keith, Tracy Lawrence, and Billy Currington. Known as a master craftsman, Braddock’s work has left a lasting mark on country music and the art of songwriting. Tags: Bobby Braddock, Bobby Braddock songwriter, country music songwriter, country music legends, He Stopped Loving Her Today, D-I-V-O-R-C-E, Golden Ring, Time Marches On, I Wanna Talk About Me, People Are Crazy, George Jones, Tammy Wynette, Toby Keith, Tracy Lawrence, Billy Currington, Nashville songwriter, legendary songwriters, country songwriting, songwriting legends, country music history, Once Around the Country, Here’s What We Know, Gary Scott Thomas, country music stories, behind the songs, songwriting craft, Nashville music, classic country music, country music hits, iconic country songs, Bobby Braddock interview Connect with Gary: Gary's WebsiteFollow Gary on InstagramGary's TiktokGary's FacebookWatch the episodes on YouTubeAdvertise on the PodcastThank you for listening. Let us know what you think about this episode. Leave us a review!