History of Thomas Rhett in Timeline
Thomas Rhett Akins Jr., known professionally as Thomas Rhett, is a prominent American country singer-songwriter. He's also recognized as the son of country music artist Rhett Akins, which influenced his career in the same genre. Thomas Rhett has achieved significant success in the country music scene with numerous hit songs and albums, contributing to modern country music.
March 30, 1990: Thomas Rhett Akins Jr. Born
On March 30, 1990, Thomas Rhett Akins Jr., an American country singer-songwriter, was born. He is the oldest son of singer Rhett Akins.
1994: Co-wrote '1994'
In 1994, Thomas Rhett co-wrote the single "1994" that was performed by Jason Aldean.
2010: Co-wrote 'I Ain't Ready to Quit'
In 2010, Thomas Rhett co-wrote the song "I Ain't Ready to Quit" which appeared on Jason Aldean's album My Kinda Party.
2011: Signed with Valory Music Group
In 2011, Thomas Rhett signed a recording contract with Big Machine Records' Valory Music Group division.
October 12, 2012: Marriage to Lauren Akins
On October 12, 2012, Thomas Rhett married Lauren Akins (née Gregory).
2012: Released Debut and Second Singles
In 2012, Thomas Rhett released his debut single, "Something to Do with My Hands", followed later that year by "Beer with Jesus". Both singles made the top 30 on the Hot Country Songs charts.
September 21, 2013: Five Songs in Top 10
During the chart week of September 21, 2013, Thomas Rhett or his father co-wrote five songs within the top 10 of the Country Airplay chart, including "It Goes Like This".
October 29, 2013: Debut Album Release
On October 29, 2013, Thomas Rhett released his debut album, titled "It Goes Like This".
2013: Release of 'It Goes Like This'
In 2013, Thomas Rhett released his debut studio album, 'It Goes Like This', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint.
August 4, 2014: 'Make Me Wanna' Released
On August 4, 2014, Thomas Rhett's fifth single, "Make Me Wanna", was released to country radio.
March 7, 2015: 'Make Me Wanna' Reached Number One
On March 7, 2015, Thomas Rhett's single, "Make Me Wanna", reached number one on the Country Airplay chart.
April 7, 2015: Release of 'Crash and Burn'
On April 7, 2015, Thomas Rhett released "Crash and Burn" as the lead single from his second studio album, Tangled Up.
September 2015: 'Tangled Up' Reached Number One
In September 2015, Thomas Rhett's album, 'Tangled Up', reached number one on the Country Airplay chart.
September 28, 2015: Release of 'Die a Happy Man'
On September 28, 2015, Thomas Rhett released "Die a Happy Man" to country radio as the second single from his album 'Tangled Up'.
November 1, 2015: Birth of Daughter Willa Gray
On November 1, 2015, Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins' first daughter, Willa Gray, was born in Uganda.
December 2015: 'Die a Happy Man' Reached Number One
In December 2015, Thomas Rhett's single "Die a Happy Man" reached number one on the Country Airplay, Hot Country Songs, and Canada Country charts.
2015: Release of 'Tangled Up'
In 2015, Thomas Rhett released his second studio album, 'Tangled Up', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint.
January 2016: 'Die a Happy Man' Chart Success
In January 2016, "Die a Happy Man" remained at number one on the Country Airplay chart for 8 weeks, making it the second song in the chart's history to achieve this milestone.
February 16, 2016: Release of 'T-Shirt'
On February 16, 2016, Thomas Rhett released "T-Shirt" to country radio as the third single from his album Tangled Up.
June 13, 2016: Release of 'Vacation'
On June 13, 2016, Thomas Rhett released "Vacation" to country radio as the fourth single from his album Tangled Up.
June 2016: 'T-Shirt' reached number one
In June 2016, Thomas Rhett's song "T-Shirt" reached number one on the Country Airplay chart, but received poor critical reviews criticizing its lyrical content.
October 3, 2016: Release of 'Star of the Show'
On October 3, 2016, Thomas Rhett released "Star of the Show" to country radio as the fifth single from his album Tangled Up.
August 2017: Welcomed Daughter Ada James
In August 2017, Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins welcomed their second daughter, Ada James.
2017: Release of 'Life Changes'
In 2017, Thomas Rhett released his third studio album, 'Life Changes', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint and was later nominated for a Grammy.
April 16, 2018: 'Life Changes' Released as Single
On April 16, 2018, Thomas Rhett's title track, "Life Changes", was released as the fourth single from his third studio album, 'Life Changes'.
March 1, 2019: Release of 'Look What God Gave Her'
On March 1, 2019, Thomas Rhett released "Look What God Gave Her" as the lead-off single to his fourth studio album, Center Point Road.
2019: Release of 'Center Point Road'
In 2019, Thomas Rhett released his fourth studio album, 'Center Point Road', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint and was later nominated for a Grammy.
February 10, 2020: Birth of Daughter Lennon Love
On February 10, 2020, Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins' third daughter, Lennon Love, was born.
2020: Released 'Be a Light' and Won Entertainer of the Year
In 2020, Thomas Rhett released the standalone single "Be a Light", a collaboration with Reba McEntire, Hillary Scott, Chris Tomlin, and Keith Urban and won Entertainer of the Year at the 2020 Academy of Country Music Awards.
March 2021: Announcement of Double Album
In March 2021, Thomas Rhett announced a double album release, with the first part, Country Again: Side A, being released soon.
April 30, 2021: Release of 'Country Again: Side A'
On April 30, 2021, Thomas Rhett released 'Country Again: Side A'.
November 15, 2021: Birth of Daughter Lillie Carolina
On November 15, 2021, Thomas Rhett and Lauren Akins welcomed their fourth daughter, Lillie Carolina.
November 2021: Release of 'Slow Down Summer'
In November 2021, Thomas Rhett released "Slow Down Summer", as the lead single from his sixth studio album Where We Started.
2021: Release of 'Country Again: Side A'
In 2021, Thomas Rhett released his fifth studio album, 'Country Again: Side A', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint.
April 1, 2022: Release of 'Where We Started'
On April 1, 2022, Thomas Rhett released his sixth studio album Where We Started.
June 6, 2022: Release of 'Half of Me'
On June 6, 2022, Thomas Rhett released "Half of Me," a collaboration with Riley Green, as the second single from his album Where We Started.
October 21, 2022: Release of 'Merry Christmas, Y'all' EP
On October 21, 2022, Thomas Rhett released his EP, 'Merry Christmas, Y'all', featuring his take on four Christmas classics.
2022: Release of 'Where We Started'
In 2022, Thomas Rhett released his sixth studio album, 'Where We Started', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint.
January 23, 2023: Release of 'Angels (Don't Always Have Wings)'
On January 23, 2023, Thomas Rhett released "Angels (Don't Always Have Wings)" as the third single from his album 'Where We Started'.
March 2023: Status of 'Country Again: Side B'
In March 2023, Thomas Rhett stated that the album 'Country Again: Side B' had not come together, but he still hoped to eventually release it.
September 29, 2023: Release of '20 Number Ones' Album
On September 29, 2023, Thomas Rhett released "20 Number Ones," a greatest hits album, in honor of "Half of Me" becoming his 20th number one single.
May 10, 2024: Release of 'Beautiful as You'
On May 10, 2024, Thomas Rhett released the song "Beautiful as You".
June 5, 2024: Album Announcement: 'About a Woman'
On June 5, 2024, Thomas Rhett announced that his seventh album, 'About a Woman', would be released on August 23, 2024.
August 23, 2024: Release of 'About a Woman'
On August 23, 2024, Thomas Rhett will release his seventh album 'About a Woman'.
September 2024: Co-Hosted Canadian Country Music Awards
In September 2024, Thomas Rhett co-hosted the 2024 Canadian Country Music Awards alongside MacKenzie Porter.
2024: Release of 'About a Woman'
In 2024, Thomas Rhett released his seventh studio album, 'About a Woman', under Big Machine Records' Valory Music imprint.
Mentioned in this timeline
Instagram is a photo and video-sharing social networking service owned...
Morgan Wallen is an American country music singer who gained...
Katy Perry Katheryn Elizabeth Hudson is a highly successful American...
Reba McEntire often called The Queen of Country is a...
Christmas is an annual festival celebrated on December th commemorating...
Africa is the second-largest and second-most populous continent comprising of...
Trending
54 minutes ago Frontier Passenger Attacks Agent at Orlando Airport; Bodycam Shows Arrest, Airline Narrative Shift
54 minutes ago Greyhounds: From Racing Controversy to Rescue, Art, and Film Release Explored.
54 minutes ago Week Ahead: Tech Earnings, Fed Decision, Trump-Xi Meet Impact Market
2 hours ago Jacob Elordi replaces Andrew Garfield in Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein after Garfield's exit.
3 hours ago McLaurin and Samuel Active for Commanders vs. Chiefs: Injury Boost!
3 hours ago Philippines: Over 30 flights cancelled, causing travel disruptions across multiple routes and airlines.
Popular
The White House located at Pennsylvania Avenue NW in Washington...
George Soros is a Hungarian-American investor and philanthropist with a...
Bernie Sanders is a prominent American politician currently serving as...
XXXTentacion born Jahseh Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy was a controversial yet...
Steve Irwin the Crocodile Hunter was an influential Australian zookeeper...
Charlie Kirk is an American right-wing political activist entrepreneur and...