Grammy Hall of Fame Honors Texas Music Legends

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The Grammy Hall of Fame has announced the induction of three albums with strong Texas ties - Selena's 'Amor Prohibido', Lucinda Williams' 'Car Wheels on a Gravel Road', and The Soul Stirrers' 'Jesus Gave Me Water'. These recordings, all at least 25 years old, are being recognized for their lasting impact and historical significance in the music industry.

Why it matters

The Grammy Hall of Fame induction is a prestigious honor that solidifies the legacy of these Texas-connected artists. Selena's 'Amor Prohibido' album cemented her status as a Tejano music icon, while Lucinda Williams and The Soul Stirrers have both had profound influences on American roots music. This recognition helps celebrate the rich musical heritage that has emerged from the Lone Star State.

The details

Selena's 'Amor Prohibido' album, released in 1994, was the first Tejano album to reach #1 on the Billboard Top Latin Albums chart and is one of the best-selling Latin albums of all time. It produced several hit singles like 'Bidi Bidi Bom Bom' and the title track. Lucinda Williams' 'Car Wheels on a Gravel Road' is her best-selling album and won a Grammy in 1999. The Soul Stirrers, who formed in Trinity, Texas and later relocated to Houston, are one of the most influential gospel groups of all time, and their 1951 song 'Jesus Gave Me Water' is being inducted.

• Selena's 'Amor Prohibido' album was released in 1994.
• Lucinda Williams' 'Car Wheels on a Gravel Road' won a Grammy in 1999.
• The Soul Stirrers' 'Jesus Gave Me Water' was recorded in 1951.