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What is Gretchen Wilson’s Net Worth?

Gretchen Wilson, an American country musician, has a net worth of $4 million. She gained popularity with her hit single “Redneck Woman” in 2004, which won a Grammy award. Her album “Here for the Party” also included other successful songs like “Homewrecker” and “All Jacked Up.”

In addition to her music career, Wilson has been involved in various charitable causes, with a focus on health and education.

Gretchen Wilson’s Early Life

Gretchen Wilson was born on June 26, 1973 in Pocahontas, Illinois to a 16-year-old mother. Her father left the family when she was still a baby, and Wilson grew up poor in various trailer parks. She left school after the eighth grade and began working as a cook and bartender at the club where her mother was employed, starting at the age of 14.

Gretchen Wilson’s Early Years

Gretchen Wilson started her music career as a young adult, singing in bands. In 1996, she moved to Nashville, Tennessee, where she worked as a bartender and sang in clubs and on demos for the next seven years. During this time, she became a member of the Muzik Mafia, a group of singers and songwriters.

Gretchen Wilson’s Breakthrough with “Redneck Woman”

Gretchen Wilson signed with Epic Records in 2003 and released her debut studio album, “Here for the Party,” the following year. Her debut single, “Redneck Woman,” became a breakthrough hit, reaching number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and number 22 on the Billboard Hot 100. The album debuted at number one on the Billboard country chart and peaked at number two on the Billboard 200. “Redneck Woman” won the Grammy Award for Best Female Country Vocal Performance and was nominated for Best Country Song, becoming Wilson’s signature tune.

Gretchen Wilson’s “All Jacked Up” Album

Gretchen Wilson’s second album, “All Jacked Up,” was released in 2005 and debuted at number one on the Billboard 200. The title track became a major hit and was the highest debut ever on the country chart for a female singer at the time. The album also produced the singles “I Don’t Feel Like Loving You Today,” “Politically Uncorrect,” and “California Girls.” The song “I Don’t Feel Like Loving You Today” earned two Grammy Award nominations.

Gretchen Wilson’s Music Career

In 2007, Wilson released “One of the Boys,” which debuted at number one on the Top Country Albums chart and number five on the Billboard 200. “Don’t Do Me No Good” was the lead single to her fourth album, “I Got Your Country Right Here,” but the album was delayed after the song failed to chart. Wilson established her own record label, Redneck Records, and released the album in early 2010.

Wilson’s fifth studio album, “Right on Time,” came out in 2013, with singles “Still Rollin'” and “One Good Friend.” She has also released a rock-cover collection, a Christmas album, a live album, and a studio album.

Beyond country, Wilson has made appearances in rock music, performing with Heart and Alice in Chains, and contributing to a cover of the Who’s “Who Are You.”

Gretchen Wilson’s Legal Troubles

In 2008, Wilson was sued by the rock band the Black Crowes for copyright infringement. The band alleged that her song “Work Hard, Play Harder” copied its song “Jealous Again.” The lawsuit was eventually settled out of court, and Black Crowes members Rich and Chris Robinson were issued songwriting credits on Wilson’s track.

However, Wilson faced another legal issue in August of 2018 when she was arrested at Bradley International Airport in Connecticut. According to reports, she had become combative during an interview on the tarmac and was charged with disturbing the peace.

Political involvement and charitable causes

Gretchen Wilson performed the National Anthem at the Republican National Convention in 2008 and also sang at a rally for Republican presidential candidate John McCain and his running mate Sarah Palin. She has been actively involved in several charitable causes, particularly those related to health and education. Wilson has raised funds for organizations such as the Make-a-Wish Foundation and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, and has also served as a spokesperson for Country Bands Together, which aims to educate and support people fighting obesity. In addition, Wilson has been a strong advocate for adult education and obtained her GED in 2008.