John Anderson, whose high, yearning vocals on hits such as “Swingin,” “Wild and Blue” and “Black Sheep” helped earn him a spot in the Country Music Hall of Fame, has died at age 71.

The “Swingin’” singer released more than 20 studio albums and earned three Grammy nominations during his nearly 50-year music career.

Country music singer John Anderson has died at 71, according to a statement shared by his family on his official Instagram account.