Garth Brooks - Singer, Songwriter
Age: 63
Country: United States Occupations:
Singer, Songwriter
Garth Brooks is an immensely successful American country music singer and songwriter, known for his dynamic stage presence and his pioneering blend of traditional country with elements of rock and pop.
He rose to superstardom in the 1990s and became the best-selling solo album artist in U.S. history, surpassing Elvis Presley, with over 157 million certified album sales. He is the only artist to have nine albums certified Diamond by the RIAA (meaning each sold over 10 million copies).
Key highlights of his career include:
His signature hit songs such as "Friends in Low Places," "The Dance," and "The Thunder Rolls."
Revolutionizing country concerts by incorporating the spectacle and energy of arena rock shows.
Holding the record for the most wins of the Country Music Association's Entertainer of the Year award.
His induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, the Songwriters Hall of Fame, and the Grand Ole Opry.
He briefly retired in the early 2000s to focus on his family but returned to touring and recording, continuing his legacy as a dominant force in popular music.