Country singer known for ‘country-versial’ lyrics dead at 84: ‘Lost a great entertainer’

A country singer famous for his 'country-versial' lyrics has died at age 84. Described as a great entertainer, he left a significant mark on the music industry. Notably, he played a key role in helping launch the career of Taylor Swift. His passing is seen as the loss of a major talent who combined provocative songwriting with a lasting influence on emerging artists within the country music genre throughout his long professional life.