But Carters stamp on popular culture is also linked to the songs that inspired him and got him elected.

1 on the BillboardHot 100 in January 1977, the same week Carter was inaugurated.

Presidents Biden, Obama, G.W.

at “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song,” a 100th birthday tribute to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, held at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, Tuesday, September 17. Photo by Michael A. Schwarz/The Carter Center

Drive-By Truckers at “Jimmy Carter 100: A Celebration in Song,” a 100th birthday tribute to former U.S. President Jimmy Carter, held at the Fox Theatre in Atlanta, Tuesday, September 17.Michael A. Schwarz/The Carter Center

Bush and Clinton appeared via video, each with his own message about Carters contributions to democracy and humanity.