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Don Schlitz is a venerable figure in country music, celebrated for his storytelling songwriting and engaging performances. A Nashville native born Donald A. Schlitz Jr. in Durham, North Carolina, he rose to prominence with timeless hits and built a storied career as both a songwriter and performer. His work has earned him multiple awards, and he continues to share his music with fans around the country, including dedicated appearances at the Grand Ole Opry and iconic Nashville venues.

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On this page, you’ll find a detailed biography, key discography highlights, and up-to-date information on his 2025 touring schedule. We’ll help you secure your seats for his next show with straightforward, friendly service.

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Learn more about Don Schlitz’s impact on country music, celebrate his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (2012) and the Country Music Hall of Fame (2017), and stay informed about 2025 performances at major venues like the Grand Ole Opry House and the Bluebird Café. For the latest updates, follow official channels and venue pages linked below.

The essentials

Quick Facts About Don Schlitz

  • Birth: Donald A. Schlitz Jr. on August 29, 1952, in Durham, North Carolina.
  • Notable hits: wrote The Gambler (Kenny Rogers) and co-wrote Forever and Ever, Amen (Randy Travis) and When You Say Nothing at All (Keith Whitley/Alison Krauss).
  • Awards: Grammy for Best Country Song (The Gambler, 1979); CMA Song of the Year (The Gambler, 1979; Forever and Ever, Amen, 1987); ACM Song of the Year; ASCAP Country Songwriter of the Year (1988–1991).
  • Hall of Fame: Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (inducted 2012) and Country Music Hall of Fame (inducted 2017).
  • Grand Ole Opry: Official member since August 30, 2022.
  • Discography (as performer): Dreamers Matinee (1980, Capitol), Live at the Bluebird Café (2001, American Originals), Allergic to Crazy (2010, deVere Records), Greatest Hits (2010, self-released).

The records

Don Schlitz Discography

  • Greatest Hits
    2010 · Don Schlitz
  • Allergic to Crazy
    2010 · deVere Records
  • Live at the Bluebird Café
    2001 · American Originals
  • Dreamers Matinee
    1980 · Capitol Records

The hits

Top Don Schlitz Songs

  • You're the One Who Rewrote My Life Story
    1979 · US Country 91
  • The Gambler
    1978 · US Country 65

Learn more about Don Schlitz’s impact on country music, celebrate his induction into the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame (2012) and the Country Music Hall of Fame (2017), and stay informed about 2025 performances at major venues like the Grand Ole Opry House and the Bluebird Café. For the latest updates, follow official channels and venue pages linked below.

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