B.J. Thomas (1942-2021) grew up in the Houston area and found success early with his 1966 cover of “I’m So Lonesome I Could Cry,” which was certified gold. He was a successful country-rock singer for the next 10 years, highlighted by his performance of the Oscar-winning, chart-topping “Raindrops Keep Fallin' on My Head.” In 1976, he switched to gospel and made several inspirational albums, winning five Grammy Awards for his efforts in that sphere.