Suzy Bogguss

Country singer-songwriter and guitarist

Suzy Bogguss - Country singer-songwriter and guitarist
Born

December 30th, 1956
68 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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A country singer-songwriter and guitarist achieved success in the 1990s with chart-topping hits and critically acclaimed albums. Released several albums, including 'Somewhere Between' and 'Not the Girl'. Gained prominence with songs like 'Outbound Plane' and 'If You Could See Me Now'. Received multiple awards and nominations throughout the career, including the Country Music Association's Female Vocalist of the Year.

Released hit singles 'Outbound Plane' and 'If You Could See Me Now'

Won Country Music Association's Female Vocalist of the Year

Produced albums, including 'Somewhere Between' and 'Not the Girl'

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