In 1960, Jim Reeves released a song that quietly changed the future of country and pop music. “He’ll Have to Go” wasn’t just another radio hit—it was the moment that transformed Reeves from a rising star into a timeless legend. With his velvet-smooth voice and calm, refined style, he turned a simple heartbreak story into a cultural milestone. Reeves, known as “Gentleman Jim,” had already built a strong career, but this song pushed him into a new realm.