Career Timeline of Cody Johnson: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Cody Johnson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Cody Johnson is a contemporary and neo-traditionalist country music singer. He self-released six albums, with 'Gotta Be Me' reaching number two on Billboard's Country Albums chart. He debuted on a major label with 'Ain't Nothin' to It' in 2019, followed by 'Human: The Double Album' in 2021. Johnson's style is influenced by artists like George Strait and Willie Nelson. His song "'Til You Can't" earned him two Country Music Association Awards in 2022, and his album 'Leather' won CMA Album of the Year in 2024. He has also toured internationally, including sold-out shows in Australia in 2023 and future shows scheduled for 2025.
3 hours ago : Cody Johnson jokes about son at ACMs, emphasizes visuals, shares baby update.
Cody Johnson joked about being 'chopped liver' to his son Jaycee at the 2026 ACM Awards. He also emphasized the importance of visuals in his music and shared an update on his six-month-old son.
January 6, 2006: Release of Black and White Label
On January 6, 2006, Cody Johnson, along with his father Carl and drummer Nathan Reedy, released the album 'Black and White Label' through his own CoJo label.
2007: Live and Rocking Album Recording
In 2007, the Cody Johnson Band, including Matt Rogers on lead guitar, recorded a live album, 'Live and Rocking', at Shenanigans and Confetti's Club in Huntsville.
September 1, 2009: Release of Six Strings One Dream
On September 1, 2009, Cody Johnson released his first professionally produced album, 'Six Strings One Dream'.
2010: Jody Bartula Joins the Band
In 2010, Jody Bartula replaced Chris Whitten on fiddle in Cody Johnson's band.
October 31, 2011: Release of A Different Day
On October 31, 2011, Cody Johnson released his third album, 'A Different Day', which was produced by Trent Willmon.
2012: Dancin' and Drinkin' at Johnson Park Tour and Band Name Change
In 2012, Cody Johnson teamed with Kyle Park for the 'Dancin' and Drinkin' at Johnson Park Tour'. Also in 2012, Johnson's band changed their name to the Rockin' CJB.
January 14, 2014: Release of Cowboy Like Me
On January 14, 2014, Cody Johnson's fifth album, 'Cowboy Like Me', was released. It debuted at number 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
August 5, 2016: Release of Gotta Be Me
On August 5, 2016, Cody Johnson's sixth album, 'Gotta Be Me', was released. It debuted at No. 2 on the Top Country Albums chart.
March 2018: Houston Rodeo Performance
In March 2018, Cody Johnson made Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo history by becoming the first unsigned/independent artist to play to a sold-out crowd.
January 2019: Release of 'Ain't Nothin' to It'
In January 2019, Cody Johnson released his first major-label album, 'Ain't Nothin' to It'.
January 18, 2019: Release of Ain't Nothin' to It
On January 18, 2019, Cody Johnson's seventh album, 'Ain't Nothin' to It', was released, including the single "On My Way to You".
2020: "Me and My Kind" Goes Viral
In 2020, the deep cut "Me and My Kind" by Cody Johnson went viral on TikTok, becoming a concert staple and one of his most popular songs.
June 2021: Release of "'Til You Can't"
In June 2021, Cody Johnson released his hit song "'Til You Can't".
June 26, 2021: " 'Til You Can't" Debuts on Billboard Chart
On June 26, 2021, Cody Johnson's song "'Til You Can't" debuted at number 42 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
October 8, 2021: Release of Human: The Double Album
On October 8, 2021, Cody Johnson's eighth album, 'Human: The Double Album', was released.
October 2021: Release of 'Human: The Double Album'
In October 2021, Cody Johnson released his second major-label album, 'Human: The Double Album'.
October 23, 2021: 'Human: The Double Album' Climbs the Chart
On October 23, 2021, 'Human: The Double Album' by Cody Johnson climbed to number 24 on the charts after its release.
June 6, 2022: "Human" Sent to Country Radio
On June 6, 2022, the song "Human" by Cody Johnson was chosen as the follow-up single and sent to Country radio.
2022: " 'Til You Can't" Awards
In 2022, Cody Johnson's song "'Til You Can't" won two awards at the Country Music Association Awards.
July 2023: Announcement of "The Painter"
In July 2023, Cody Johnson announced "The Painter" in an interview with iHeartRadio's Spencer Graves.
November 3, 2023: Release of Leather Album
On November 3, 2023, Cody Johnson released his ninth album 'Leather', containing successful radio hits.
2023: Australian Tour
Cody Johnson toured in Australia in 2023, with many shows selling out.
November 2024: Release of Leather Deluxe Edition
In November 2024, Cody Johnson released the 'Leather Deluxe Edition', adding 12 new tracks.
November 20, 2024: CMA Album of the Year for Leather
On November 20, 2024, Cody Johnson's album 'Leather' won the CMA Album of the Year award.
November 7, 2025: Release of "Travelin' Soldier" Cover
On November 7, 2025, Cody Johnson released his cover of The Chicks' "Travelin' Soldier" in honor of Veterans Day.
2025: 2025 Tour
In 2025, Cody Johnson had a tour, and many of those shows sold out.
April 17, 2026: Release of "I Want You"
On April 17, 2026, Cody Johnson released "I Want You", the lead single from his upcoming tenth studio album.
June 26, 2026: Release of Banks of the Trinity Album
Cody Johnson's tenth studio album, Banks of the Trinity, is officially scheduled for release on June 26, 2026.
2026: " 'Til You Can't" Covered by Kid Rock
In 2026, the song "'Til You Can't" by Cody Johnson was notably covered by Kid Rock during the All-American Halftime Show.
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