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William Clark Green is a Texas Country music icon. Lubbock is the birthplace of his career that started while he was a student at Texas Tech. From touring across the world, to hosting one of the largest music festivals in West Texas, he doesn't plan to slow down anytime soon.

Introduction

Cotton Fest had its first sell out crowd with nearly 10,000 people in attendance.

2:53 High Cotton Relief Fund has helped hundreds over the years since it was created by Will. The foundation has become his life's work and he's using his platform to serve families in times of need.

8:06 Lubbock was the birthplace of his music career, why he decided to get his degree when he could have turned to music full time.

10:14 The people who inspired him and helped him start his career in Lubbock.

12:40 Advice to younger artists who are just getting their start.

15:19 What is motivating and inspiring to him about serving individuals through his foundation?

Testing Will's knowledge of country music from artists who got their start at Texas Tech and Lubbock.

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