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Kane Brown on His Rise From Bathroom Covers to Country Superstardom
Kane Brown has already scored 10 No. 1 country hits — including his recent chart-topper “Bury Me in Georgia” — all before turning 30. The genre-bending artist, who blends country roots with pop and hip-hop influences, has been recognized by TIME as one of the most influential people in the world and even earned his first ACM nomination for Entertainer of the Year.
In a candid sit-down, Brown reflected on his unlikely journey.
From Bathroom Covers to Global Tours
Brown got his start posting cover songs online — recording many of them in his bathroom. One of his early Facebook uploads, a cover of Lee Brice’s “I Don’t Dance”, went viral overnight, quickly turning thousands of followers into millions. That success gave him the confidence to write original music and eventually move to Nashville to chase his dream.
Overcoming Hardship
Raised in northwest Georgia and Tennessee, Brown’s childhood was marked by instability, including homelessness, abuse from a stepfather, and constant racism. He credited his grandmother with giving him stability and his love of music with giving him an escape.
💬 “Music was always my life — kind of my escape, even though I didn’t realize it then,” Brown shared.
Breaking Barriers
Since releasing his debut album in 2016 — featuring hits like “What Ifs” and “Heaven” — Brown has consistently defied country music stereotypes. His collaborations with pop and EDM artists like Marshmello (“One Thing Right”) have broadened his fanbase while still keeping him firmly rooted in Nashville.
In 2023, Brown made history as the first Black artist to headline a concert at Boston’s Fenway Park. Sharing the stage that night was his wife, singer Katelyn Brown, with whom he scored a No. 1 duet, “Thank God.”
Looking Back and Ahead
Though his rise has been rapid, Brown admits he once struggled with imposter syndrome. Now, he embraces the journey.
💬 “Everything I went through is part of my life that got me here. I’m actually proud of it. It made me strong, humble, and proud of where I came from.”
Kane’s latest single, “I Can Feel It,” drops Thursday, and he’ll hit the road in 2024 for his “In The Air” Tour.
Kane Brown on His Rise From Bathroom Covers to Country Superstardom
Kane Brown has already scored 10 No. 1 country hits — including his recent chart-topper “Bury Me in Georgia” — all before turning 30. The genre-bending artist, who blends country roots with pop and hip-hop influences, has been recognized by TIME as one of the most influential people in the world and even earned his first ACM nomination for Entertainer of the Year.
In a candid sit-down, Brown reflected on his unlikely journey.
From Bathroom Covers to Global Tours
Brown got his start posting cover songs online — recording many of them in his bathroom. One of his early Facebook uploads, a cover of Lee Brice’s “I Don’t Dance”, went viral overnight, quickly turning thousands of followers into millions. That success gave him the confidence to write original music and eventually move to Nashville to chase his dream.
Overcoming Hardship
Raised in northwest Georgia and Tennessee, Brown’s childhood was marked by instability, including homelessness, abuse from a stepfather, and constant racism. He credited his grandmother with giving him stability and his love of music with giving him an escape.
💬 “Music was always my life — kind of my escape, even though I didn’t realize it then,” Brown shared.
Breaking Barriers
Since releasing his debut album in 2016 — featuring hits like “What Ifs” and “Heaven” — Brown has consistently defied country music stereotypes. His collaborations with pop and EDM artists like Marshmello (“One Thing Right”) have broadened his fanbase while still keeping him firmly rooted in Nashville.
In 2023, Brown made history as the first Black artist to headline a concert at Boston’s Fenway Park. Sharing the stage that night was his wife, singer Katelyn Brown, with whom he scored a No. 1 duet, “Thank God.”
Looking Back and Ahead
Though his rise has been rapid, Brown admits he once struggled with imposter syndrome. Now, he embraces the journey.
💬 “Everything I went through is part of my life that got me here. I’m actually proud of it. It made me strong, humble, and proud of where I came from.”
Kane’s latest single, “I Can Feel It,” drops Thursday, and he’ll hit the road in 2024 for his “In The Air” Tour.