There’s something about country music that always seems to find diamonds in the rough from the most unexpected players. Brett Young, who hails from Orange County, California, is a great example of that. While plenty of famous people have come out of Orange County, it’s not exactly a breeding ground for country music singers. But perhaps coming from outside of the Nashville bubble is part of what makes Young such a special country artist. He brings a fresh beat and a unique perspective to country music, and audiences have taken a liking to what he has to offer. Young doesn’t do anything too flashy; he just puts himself out there and shows fans what he’s all about. Audiences always seem to respond to that, allowing Young to connect with fans with every concert he plays.

The Accidental Singer

Unlike many country singers, Young didn’t always have big dreams of making it in Nashville. He only started singing on a whim in high school with baseball being his true passion growing up. But when an elbow injury cut his baseball career short, Young decided to give music a chance, forging a career as a singer-songwriter. However, Young stayed in Southern California for the early part of his career, releasing multiple albums that didn’t get much traction at first. Naturally, when he finally moved to Nashville in 2015, the country world quickly discovered the magic in his voice, and a star was born.

Now Everyone Knows

Young’s second single after moving to Nashville was a country ballad called “In Case You Didn’t Know.” Ironic to the song’s title, it ensured that every country-loving music fan knew who he was. The song was certified Platinum five times and launched Young’s career into the stratosphere while also helping him win New Male Vocalist of the Year at the 2018 Academy of Country Music Awards. His subsequent albums have all received critical praise and wonderful reception from fans. He’s now one of the most liked and respected singers in country music and attracts a big crowd of loyal fans everywhere he goes.