Dubbed “The Greatest Voice in Country Music History,” George Jones had a career full of ups and downs, but one that was also incredibly brilliant. His final performance took place on April 6, 2013, in Knoxville, Tennessee. At the time, he was on his “The Grand Tour,” which was scheduled to conclude with a spectacular, star-studded concert in Nashville. That night, although his health was failing, George Jones still performed with all his passion. His voice, with its characteristic phrasing and inflections, continued to captivate the audience. He sang his immortal classic “He Stopped Loving Her Today,” a tragic ballad about an eternal love, the song that had saved his career and become his signature. Few could have imagined that this would be the last time the audience would hear him sing live. Just a few weeks later, George Jones was hospitalized for a fever and unstable blood pressure, and he passed away on April 26, 2013. His final performance, much like the fateful lyrics of his song, became a fulfilled promise to his music and his fans—a love that lasted until his dying day.
Introduction Have you ever witnessed a moment and just knew, deep down, that you were seeing the end of an era? That’s the feeling I get every time I watch…