Guy Clark, the Grammy-winning singer and songwriter, has died at the age of 74.

The news was confirmed on his official Facebook page.

Clark was well-known and admired in both the country and folk genres. He was a Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame member and Academy of Country Music Poet’s Award honoree.

Clark was born in Texas but became a songwriting icon in Nashville. He recorded 13 studio albums over his career spanning 40-plus years. His well-known songs include, “Desperados Waiting for a Train” and “That Old Time Feeling.”

His wife Susanna died in 2012 and poor health forced Clark to stop touring soon after her death. Clark is survived by a son, daughter-in-law, grandchildren, sisters and many friends and colleagues.

Guy Charles Clark November 6, 1941 – May 17, 2016 Grammy-winner, Nashville Songwriter Hall of Fame member, Academy of...

Posted by Guy Clark on Tuesday, May 17, 2016

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