Did you know that on this day in Country Music History in 2004 Epic released Gretchen Wilson's debut single, "Redneck Woman," to radio?

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Here are 5 things about Gretchen Wilson that you may not have known.

  • She didn’t have an easy childhood and she ended up living on her on at age 15.
  • She has a daughter by the name of Grace.
  • At the age of 34, Gretchen received her G.E.D. Her friend and mentor, fellow musician Charlie Daniels, was a guest speaker at her graduation ceremony.
  • She has her own record label - Redneck Records.
  • She has raised money for organizations like St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Children's Miracle Network.

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