Eddie Rabbitt, an American musician and singer, passed away on May 7, 1998, at the age of 56. Rabbitt's initial success in the music industry came in the late 1970s as a songwriter. He wrote number one hit singles such as “Kentucky Rain” for Elvis Presley and “Pure Love” for Ronnie Milsap. In the early 1980s, Rabbitt started a prolific singing career of his own. He released a number of hit songs, expansive both in country music and in crossovers. Several of his chart-topping albums included Loveline, Horizon, Radio Romance, and the self-titled Eddie Rabbitt. His hit singles from solo recordings included “Drivin' My Life Away,” “I Love a Rainy Night,” and “Every Which Way but Loose,” all of which achieved gold or platinum status. Rabbitt was also a popular collaborator, winning the 1982 Country Music Association Vocal Collaboration of the Year with Crystal Gayle for their duet hit song “You and I.” Rabbitt was perhaps best known for his signature bicoastal guitar sound and his stunning vocal range. He earned the Academy of Country Music's Top New Male Vocalist award in 1980. Rabbitt will be remembered fondly for his contribution to music, including his legacy of award-winning hit songs, unforgettable vocal performances, and long-lasting influence on American country music.