Brett James wrote hundreds of songs for dozens of country stars, but his work for Carrie Underwood is his signature.

On Friday afternoon (Sept. 19), the "Jesus Take the Wheel" singer tried to put into words how she felt about her friend's death.

How Did Brett James Die?

Brett James died in a small-engine plane crash in southwestern North Carolina on Thursday night (Sept. 18).

His wife and stepdaughter were the other two victims of the crash .

Dozens of songwriters and country stars have taken to social media with tributes and stories .

What Did Carrie Underwood Say About Brett James' Death?

"Some things are unfathomable," Underwood begins on social media . The note came roughly 24 hours after James' death, and about 14 hours after the news began to spread.

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