Who Has Robert Earl Keen Written Songs For? Beyond The Cowboy

George Strait is a fan of Robert Earl Keen and has asked him to open some of his Las Vegas concerts. Strait has also recorded Keen’s songs, as have the Dixie Chicks, the Highwaymen, and Joe Ely, among many others.

Robert Earl Keen’s songs have been covered by some of the biggest names in country music. Strait is a well-known fan and has recorded several of Keen’s songs, including “The Road Goes on Forever” and “I Know a Guy.” The Dixie Chicks had a hit with “The Right Kinda Wrong” which Keen wrote for their 1998 album _Wide Open Spaces_. The Highwaymen, a supergroup made up of Johnny Cash, Waylon Jennings, Willie Nelson, and Kris Kristofferson, recorded Keen’s “The Road Goes on Forever” in 1995. Joe Ely, a fellow Texas musician, has also recorded several of Keen’s songs, including “Amarillo Highway” and “I Know a Guy.” The popularity of Keen’s songs is a testament to his songwriting talent and ability to connect with audiences. His songs have been covered by a wide range of artists, proving their enduring appeal.