Jerry Reed was an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist, born on March 20, 1937, in Atlanta, Georgia. He gained fame in the 1970s with hits like "Amos Moses" and "When You're Hot, You're Hot." Reed was known for his unique finger-picking guitar style and his ability to blend country with rock and pop influences. In addition to his music career, Reed was also an actor, appearing in films such as Smokey and the Bandit alongside Burt Reynolds. He received several awards, including a Grammy Award, and was inducted into the Country Music Hall of Fame in 2017. Reed passed away on September 1, 2008.