Willie Nelson Recounts a Story of the Time Ray Charles Beat Him in a Chess Match

In a video for Great Big Story, musician and chess player Willie Nelson recounted a story of the time fellow music legend Ray Charles beat him in a chess match.

Needless to say, he kicked my ass about three games in a row, and I said, “Thank you, Ray. Let’s go sing.”

Glen Tickle
Glen Tickle

Amelia's dad. Steph's husband. Writer, comedian, gentleman. Good at juggling, bad at chess.