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His songs are simple, approachable “paintings” of life and love. Described by many as a present-day James Taylor, Elliott Park’s lyrics skillfully dance between melancholy and unabashed joy. His knack for marrying layman’s wisdom with contagious melody has earned him much respect in Nashville.
In 2006, his song “I Loved Her First,” recorded by Heartland, hit #1 on Billboard and R&R Magazines, propelling him into an elite circle of hit writers. Although he continues to make frequent trips to Nashville to write with some of today’s top writers and artists, Elliott has chosen to remain in Texas in order to stay in touch with what he calls his “real life inspiration”. Elliott lives in a small West Texas town with his wife Pam and their four children. He enjoys serving on the local school board, coaching Little League, running sound for his church… and of course writing songs. |
