Brad Paisley's Success and Achievements in Timeline

A closer look at the biggest achievements of Brad Paisley. Awards, milestones, and records that define success.

Brad Paisley is an American country music singer, songwriter, and guitarist who rose to prominence in 1997 by writing "Another You" for David Kersh. He signed with Arista Nashville in 1998 and debuted with his album Who Needs Pictures in 1999. He released twelve studio albums for Arista before moving to EMI Nashville in 2023. His most successful albums include Mud on the Tires (2003) and Time Well Wasted (2005), which achieved double-platinum certification by the RIAA.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements Success & Recognition

1990: Most Consecutive Number One Country Hits Since Nielsen SoundScan

By September 20, 2008, Brad Paisley became the artist with the most consecutive Number One country hits since the inception of Nielsen SoundScan in 1990.

2000: CMA Horizon Award and ACM Best New Male Vocalist Trophy

In 2000, Brad Paisley won the Country Music Association's (CMA) Horizon Award and the Academy of Country Music's best new male vocalist trophy, marking early recognition in his career.

February 2001: "Who Needs Pictures" Certified Platinum

By February 2001, Brad Paisley's album "Who Needs Pictures" was certified platinum, indicating significant sales success.

February 17, 2001: Induction into the Grand Ole Opry

On February 17, 2001, Brad Paisley was inducted into the Grand Ole Opry at the age of 28, a significant honor in country music.

August 2002: "Part II" Album Certified Platinum

In August 2002, Brad Paisley's album "Part II" was certified platinum, marking significant sales success and popularity.

2004: "Mud on the Tires" Reached Billboard No. 1

In 2004, the title track "Mud on the Tires" from Brad Paisley's album reached number one on the Billboard charts, marking a significant achievement.

November 6, 2006: "Time Well Wasted" Wins CMA Award for Best Album

On November 6, 2006, Brad Paisley's album "Time Well Wasted" won the Country Music Association CMA Award for Best Album, marking a significant achievement.

February 10, 2008: First Grammy Award for "Throttleneck"

On February 10, 2008, Brad Paisley won his first Grammy Award for Best Country Instrumental for "Throttleneck", recognizing his instrumental talent.

September 10, 2008: Entertainer of the Year Nominations

On September 10, 2008, Brad Paisley and Keith Urban both received Entertainer of the Year nominations from the CMA, recognizing their contributions to country music.

September 20, 2008: "Waitin' on a Woman" Reaches Number One

For the chart week of September 20, 2008, Brad Paisley's song "Waitin' on a Woman" became his twelfth number-one single, making him the artist with the most consecutive Number One country hits since 1990.

November 12, 2008: CMA Awards Wins

On November 12, 2008, Brad Paisley won Male Vocalist of the Year and Music Video of the Year for "Waitin' on a Woman" during the CMAs, marking significant achievements.

2008: "Whiskey Lullaby" Rated No. 2 on CMT's 100 Greatest Videos

In 2008, the music video for "Whiskey Lullaby", a duet between Brad Paisley and Alison Krauss, was rated No. 2 on the 100 Greatest Videos by CMT.

November 11, 2009: Co-hosting and Awards at the CMA Awards

On November 11, 2009, Brad Paisley co-hosted the CMA Awards for the second straight year, performed "Welcome to the Future", and won Male Vocalist of the Year and Musical Event of the Year for "Start a Band" with Keith Urban.