Shelly West is an American country music singer known for her distinctive style that blends traditional country with pop influences. She rose to fame in the 1980s, achieving significant success as a solo artist and as part of a duo with David Frizzell. West's most notable contribution to music history is her 1981 hit single "You're the Reason God Made Oklahoma," which won the Country Music Association's Song of the Year award. Her distinctive sound and successful career helped solidify her place in the annals of country music.