25 Best Vince Gill Songs Ever

Known for his superb songwriting skills, Vince Gill is among the most respected musicians who have shaped modern country music. With many masterpieces under his name, it might be challenging to choose your ideal song. To help, our team has compiled the best Vince Gill songs ever recorded.

1. Go Rest High on That Mountain

Song Year: 1994

The singer wrote “Go Rest High on That Mountain” after losing his older brother from a heart attack in 1993. The lyrics primarily focus on death and wish those who have died the best as they go to God. The song debuted at number 14 on the Billboard Chart in 1994.

Vince Gill has won multiple awards with this song, including two Grammy Awards and CMA Awards for Song of the Year. The singer has also performed it at several events, including George Jones' funeral.

2. I Still Believe in You

Song Year: 1992

“I Still Believe in You” became Vince Gill's first position-one song 20 years after starting his music career. The song is about the singer apologizing to his partner for being selfish and failing to spend time with them.

In some lines, the Vince asks his partner for another chance to express his affection and love them again. The man is always busy with other things, so his partner becomes his last priority.

Although it might be too late, he believes they can strengthen their love again. A few weeks after its release, the song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Songs Chart.

3. Look at Us

Song Year: 1991

The couple mentioned in this song have been married for many years. The couple still love each other despite their numerous challenges over the years. The singer believes that after a hundred years, people will look back and admire how they loved each other. He adds that they will go down in history as partners who showed each other true love.

“Look at Us” was awarded the Song of the Year in 1992 and debuted at position four on the Billboard Hot Country Singles and Tracks.

4. When I Call Your Name

Song Year: 1990

“When I Call Your Name” narrates the story when the singer realizes his lover has broken up with him. The singer claims that it’s painful to love someone who doesn’t feel the same way as you. After the breakup, your life becomes challenging because you don’t have someone to share your story with.

The singer adds that he would always rush home from work and spend the whole night thinking about her, but now he feels disappointed. He is always crying because nobody answers when he calls her name.

5. Don’t Let Our Love Start Slipping Away

Song Year: 1992

“Don’t Let Our Love Start Slipping Away” is about a couple trying to make their marriage that is almost becoming extinct work. The lovers have been struggling to communicate, deteriorating their love. According to the singer, partners must communicate regularly for their relationship to work.

The song suggests the couple has the love everyone dreams of, so it’s worth solving their issues. The song encourages listeners to open their hearts and work on their problems when faced with difficulties in their relationship. The song has topped the US Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks and reached number twenty-seven on the Canada Country Tracks.

6. Tryin’ To Get Over You

Song Year: 1992

The heartbreaking song narrates the story of a man who is struggling to forget his lover. Although the man tries to move on from his previous relationship, he thinks about his ex-girlfriend and wishes she could return. The singer claims he has been spending time alone and is almost giving up on love.

“Tryin’ To Get Over You” captures people's experience as they try to move on after a heartbreak. The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot Country Singles and Tracks and Canada Country Tracks.

7. Which Bridge To Cross (Which Bridge To Burn)

Song Year: 1995

The timeless country song talks about a man having two lovers but is confused about which one to let go of. Instead of sleeping at night, the man is always at crossroads, thinking about who to love. He believes it’s time to make a lasting decision and tell one lover it’s over.

Immediately after its release, the song reached position four on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks and number 3 on the Canada Country Tracks.

8. Pretty Little Adriana

Song Year: 1996

Written from the parent’s perspective, “Pretty Little Adriana” is about a girl named Adriane Jackson who doubles as a student and church usher. Adriane was kidnapped and murdered by Christopher Davis and G’Dongalay Berry. The horrible murder scene inspired Vince Gill to write the song.

The songwriter describes the girl as soft and innocent. She also adds that she is sad, wondering if she will ever see her face again. “Pretty Little Adriana” has won Vince Gill one Grammy Award.

9. Kindly Keep It Country

Song Year: 1998

Released in October 1998, “Kindly Keep It Country” is about a lonely man asking his friend to play sad songs because his heart is hurting. The song peaked at position thirty-three on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks Chart and number thirty-two on the Canadian RPM Country Tracks.