Rising country singer Kane Brown quickly made a name for himself in the industry after just a few singles and began touring with big-name artists like Florida Georgia Line and Jason Aldean. Much of Kane’s music draws from his personal experiences, and he has been open about the struggles he faced growing up with a single mom. While most of his fans know that he grew up without his dad being present, the reason behind his father’s absence was a mystery—until Kane finally shared the details.
**Kane’s Father and His Incarceration**
Kane revealed that his father was sent to prison in 1996, when Kane was only three years old. However, Kane has never disclosed the exact reason for his father’s incarceration. Despite the absence of his father, Kane has maintained a relationship with him over the years. He admitted during a party celebrating his album *What Ifs* climbing the Billboard charts that he still keeps in contact with his dad, even though he wasn’t there for him growing up.
In an interview, Kane shared, “He’s a drummer, which I didn’t even know,” referring to his father’s musical talents. Kane also joked, “He brags about me and talks about how good he is on the drums. I always joke with him and say that I’m going to hire him when he gets out.” While Kane hasn’t shared many details about his father’s time in prison, it seems that he’s trying to build a relationship with him, despite the difficult past.
It’s unclear when Kane’s father will be released, as his family has kept the topic private. However, based on Kane’s statements, it seems that his father may eventually be released from prison.
**Kane’s Journey to Fatherhood**
Kane has been very open about how growing up without a father affected him, but he’s also committed to being a present father himself. In 2019, Kane and his wife, Katelyn, announced they were expecting their first child. Kane shared with ABC Radio that his good friend Jason Aldean had been encouraging them to start a family for over a year.
Kane expressed excitement about becoming a father, particularly because he wanted to be “the dad that I never really had.” Despite being on tour for much of Katelyn’s pregnancy, Kane was looking forward to taking on the role of a father. He said, “Me and my wife are in it together, and I get to be the dad that I never really had.”
In October 2019, Kane and Katelyn welcomed their daughter, Kingsley, to the family, just one year after they tied the knot. Kane shared a sweet photo of his newborn on Instagram, captioning it, “I grew up without a dad so I’m gonna be the best one I can be! Love you baby girl ❤️.”
Kane Brown’s journey has come full circle—after growing up without his father, he is now embracing fatherhood and working hard to be the kind of dad he never had. His story is a testament to the power of resilience, love, and the desire to create a better future for the next generation.