Marla Cannon-Goodman

Marla Cannon-Goodman, a talented songwriter from Kingston Springs, Tennessee, grew up surrounded by the pulse of country music. Her father, Buddy Cannon, played a key role in shaping the careers of both new and legendary country artists as a producer, songwriter, and record label executive. Inspired by her father’s work, Marla soon found her own voice in the country music scene and quickly became one of the genre’s most respected hit-makers.

Since her first cut by Sammy Kershaw in 1996, Marla has established herself as a prolific songwriter with songs recorded by some of country music’s biggest stars. Her songwriting credits include George Strait, Eddie Arnold, Eric Church, Billy Currington, Mindy Smith, Kenny Chesney, and Sara Evans, among others. Her chart-topping hits include Lee Ann Womack’s number-one smash “The Fool,” Tracy Byrd’s “Ten Rounds With José Cuervo,” and Rodney Atkins’ “Cleaning This Gun,” which also reached the top spot on the charts. In addition to these successes, Marla co-wrote Blake Shelton’s top-15 hit single “Don’t Make Me.”

Marla’s success has extended beyond commercial hits, as her work has appeared on notable albums such as the Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard duet album *Django and Jimmie*, where her song “Unfair Weather Friend” was featured. This recognition highlights her ability to craft songs that resonate deeply within the country music community, earning her a place among the genre’s most-beloved songwriters.

With a career spanning decades, Marla Cannon-Goodman has solidified her position as a respected and influential figure in country music, continuing to leave her mark with every song she writes.

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