Tweed Smith of WAR Honored with Hollywood Walk of Fame Star

Hollywood Walk of Fame Induction

• 🌟 Tweed Smith, a Houston music legend and member of the iconic band WAR, has been honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
• 😭 Smith expressed being overwhelmed with gratitude and deeply humbled by the acknowledgement, calling it a "biggie."
• 💭 She reflected on the moment, stating she was still pinching herself and hoping her home, Houston, was enjoying the honor with her.

Joining the Band WAR

• 🗓️ In late 1978, Smith was called by Harold Brown to record a gospel song titled "Corns and Calluses," which was her first recording with WAR.
• 🎤 She officially joined WAR in 1979, during the celebration of their second decade of recording.
• 😮 Smith noted that it was unheard of for a woman to join what was considered a "man's group" at the time.
• ✅ She successfully became part of the band, with the producer hearing her and suggesting her inclusion for their second decade.

Representing Houston

• 📍 Smith proudly stated that she is from Houston, Texas, emphasizing that Texas shows up with talent all over the world.
• 🌍 She felt she was representing Houston and Texas on the global stage with this significant achievement.