As a devoted cinephile and music enthusiast, I’ve always been drawn to the captivating stories behind the people who create art that touches our souls. Dave Loggins, the gifted singer-songwriter whose melodies graced both the country and pop charts, left an indelible mark on multiple genres of music, including my own beloved golf tournaments.
The renowned singer-songwriter Dave Loggins, responsible for the 1974 hit “Please Come to Boston” and the iconic Masters golf tournament theme, passed away at the age of 76.
Based on an obituary published in The Tennessean, Loggins passed away on a recent Wednesday at Alive Hospice in Nashville. No information about the reason for his death was provided.
Born in Tennessee, Loggins was distantly related to renowned rock artist Kenny Loggins. However, his musical journey led him down a different path, focusing on traditional country music. He penned tunes for esteemed artists such as Johnny Cash, Wynonna Judd, Alabama, Reba McEntire, Tanya Tucker, and Kenny Rogers. Additionally, he expanded his reach to soul musicians like Smokey Robinson and Ray Charles.
I was absolutely captivated by two of his hits – “Morning Desire” by Rogers and “You Make Me Want to Make You Mine” by Juice Newton. These songs ruled the Billboard country charts back in the day, leaving a lasting impression on me and many other fans.
“Loggins’ most famous tune under his own label, ‘Please Come to Boston,’ was a heart-wrenching ballad about a long-distance couple who couldn’t bridge the gap between them. This song peaked at number 5 on the Billboard Hot 100 and reached the top spot in the adult contemporary chart.”
In the 1980s, Anne Murray and I collaborated on the hit country song “Nobody Loves Me Like You Do,” which gained popularity through the CBS soap opera “As the World Turns.” Our duet reached number one on Billboard’s country chart, and we were honored with a Country Music Association Award for vocal duo of the year in 1985. Later, Whitney Houston recorded her own version of this beloved tune. Throughout my career, I earned a total of four Grammy nominations.
Among sports enthusiasts, his most recognized piece of work is probably “Augusta,” the iconic theme song for the Augusta Masters Golf Tournament, which has played during the tournament every year since 1982.
In 1981, Loggins was moved by the unique atmosphere of the golf course, as he shared with AP in 2019. He described the wind and pine trees as spiritually distinct and the course as a work of art. As inspiration struck him, he penned down the first verse of the song right there, completing the rest once he left the course.
As a film enthusiast, I’d put it this way: In sad news, I learned that the passing of Loggins leaves behind a cherished legacy. His loving family includes three sons, Quinn, Kyle, and Dylan Loggins, and a precious grandson named Braxton Loggins.
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2024-07-18 20:33