South Carolina H 4310: Rudy Currence

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2025-2026 Bill 4310 Text of Previous Version (Apr. 09, 2025) - South Carolina Legislature Online 

South Carolina General Assembly
126th Session, 2025-2026

Bill 4310

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A house RESOLUTION

TO CELEBRATE AWARD-WINNING PRODUCER, WRITER, AND 
RECORDING ARTIST RUDY CURRENCE, TO CONGRATULATE THIS ROCK HILL NATIVE ON HIS 
MANY PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS, AND TO EXTEND BEST WISHES FOR CONTINUED SUCCESS 
IN THE DAYS TO COME.

Whereas, Rudy Currence, 
winner of both the coveted Grammy Award and Dove Award as a producer, is also a 
Grammy-nominated writer, two-time #1 Billboard recording artist, and 
2024 Stellar Award nominee. He is described by his fans as simply "an 
Experience." The son of a pastor, Rudy is a native of Rock Hill and a graduate 
of Furman University with a degree in music. In recognition of his celebrated 
pursuits in the world of music, he recently received a key to the City of 
Greenville; and

Whereas, in addition, 
Rudy performed on the 37th Stellar Awards, which aired on BET, BET 
Gospel, and Bounce TV. His previously televised appearances include ABC's The 
View, Revolt TV, Music Choice, Fox Soul, and The 
Breakfast Club. Rudy has toured nationally and abroad, appearing at renowned 
U.S. venues such as the House of Blues, Nashville Music City Center, City 
Winery, the Soul Train Music Cruise, Blue Bird Café, Cobb Energy Center, and the 
world-famous Apollo Theatre; and

Whereas, Rudy is endorsed 
by Kawai Piano, the world's second-largest piano distributor, and has over 
twelve million channel views on YouTube. His artist, songwriter, and 
producer credits include songs with Quincy Jones, Mya, Ray J, The Bourne 
Identity (starring Matt Damon), the 2021 NBA All-Stars opening ceremony, 
David Banner, and more. He's appeared on projects with Jill Scott, Anthony 
Hamilton, Ledisi, Chico DeBarge, Raheem DeVaughn, Donald Lawrence, and Byron 
Cage. Further, in 2013, Rudy won both Grammy and Dove awards for his production 
on Lecrae's album, Gravity, and in 2015 was again Grammy-nominated for 
writing "Sunday AM" for Karen Clark Sheard. He has performed on stages with 
Kirk Franklin, Erykah Badu, Cee Lo Green, Koryn Hawthorne, Marvin Winans, 
Jazmine Sullivan, Keke Wyatt, and Regina Belle, to name just a few; and

Whereas, in 2017, 
Rudy's single, "Testimony," exploded onto the gospel charts, quickly rising to Billboard's 
Top 20. In early 2021, "I Belong Here" captured the #1 Billboard 
position on the Gospel Airplay charts for two consecutive weeks and the #1 Billboard 
gospel songwriter spot. Rudy is only the sixth writer ever to hold this coveted 
title; and

Whereas, in late 2021, 
Rudy released "No Greater Love," featuring Grammy Award-winning recording 
artist Chrisette Michele. The song peaked at the #1 position on the Billboard 
Gospel Airplay, Billboard Gospel Indicator, and Mediabase charts, 
earning Rudy his second #1 Billboard hit. "No Greater Love" was also 
recognized by Billboard as the ninth-biggest gospel song of 2022. Rudy's 
highly anticipated album, Stained Glass Windows, was released in April 
2023, garnering well over fifteen million streams worldwide. That album 
included his Top 15 Billboard gospel hit single, "Ransom"; and

Whereas, most recently, 
Rudy and Mike Chek Entertainment partnered with TRIBL Records. To commemorate 
this joint venture, Rudy has launched a brand-new radio single titled "God 
Don't Cancel Me," which is currently Top 25 on the Billboard Gospel 
Airplay charts; and

Whereas, proudly 
claiming him as a son of South Carolina, the House of Representatives takes 
great pleasure in applauding Rudy Currence for his many accomplishments, and 
the members look with interest to hear of his further success as an 
award-winning producer, writer, and recording artist. Now, therefore,

Be it resolved by the House 
of Representatives:

That the members of the South Carolina House of Representatives, by this resolution, celebrate 
award-winning producer, writer, and recording artist Rudy Currence, 
congratulate this Rock Hill native on his many professional achievements, and 
extend best wishes for continued success in the days to come.

Be it further resolved that a copy of this resolution 
be presented to Rudy Currence.

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