Grand Ole Opry Member Spotlight: Steve Wariner

Grand Ole Opry Country Music Show - Nashville

Dierks Bentley - The Opry's Youngest Member

Intrigued by the guitar at an early age, Steve Wariner was playing in his father's band by the time he was 10, and he continues his music today as a member of the Grand Ole Opry. Born December 25, 1954 in Indiana, Steve has found success as both a singer and songwriter.

Background and Early Career

• Steve was touring with Dottie West's band by the time he was 17. At 24, was taken on as a protégé for Chet Atkins, who recognized Steve's abilities.
• Steve's career has certainly seen highs and lows. He was released from his contract with Arista Records a few years after signing with them in 1991, but joined the Opry in 1996 and again had a No. 1 hit in 1998.
• Prior to him being at Arista, Steve was signed with MCA Nashville, and had 18 singles become Top 10 hits; eight of them reached No. 1.

Grand Ole Opry Induction

• Fulfilling a life-long dream, Steve was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry on May 11, 1996. His parents, Roy and Ilene, wife Caryn, and sons Ryan and Ross were all in the audience to share the moment with him.

Steve Wariner at the Opry

• Want to know when you can see Steve take the Opry stage? Visit the VME Grand Ole Opry Blog for a schedule of upcoming performances.

Notable Hits You Might Hear at the Grand Ole Opry

• "All Roads Lead to You"
• "Holes in the Floor of Heaven"
• "When I Think About You"
• "Why Goodbye"
• "What I Didn't Do"
• "Lynda"
• "Like A River to A Sea"
• "Some Fools Never Learn"
• "Turn in the Road"

More Details

• Steve co-wrote "Longneck Bottle" by Garth Brooks and "Nothin' but the Taillights" by Clint Black, both No. 1 hits.
• Steve continues to live and record at his home in Tennessee.
• See the complete list of current Grand Ole Opry members!