On Sept. 11, 1999, Chely Wright’s “Single White Female” hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart. Carolyn Dawn Johnson and Shaye Smith wrote the song, the lead single and title track from ...

Fifteen years ago, Chely Wright became the first mainstream country singer to come out as gay — and she’s never stopped fighting to make other people feel seen. Now, with a brand-new corporate career, ...

‘90s Country Singer Reflects on Quitting Music After Coming Out as Gay originally appeared on Parade. Former country star Chely Wright found a new calling after leaving the music industry. The “Single ...

Having a dream of performing on stage from a young age, Chely Wright eventually found herself achieving that dream. Recording hit songs like “Shut Up and Drive” and “Single White Female”, the singer ...