Toby Keith

Date of Birth: July 8, 1961

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Biography

Toby Keith, born Toby Keith Covel, is an American country music singer, songwriter, actor, and record producer. He was born on July 8, 1961, in Clinton, Oklahoma. Raised in a musical family, Keith developed a love for music at a young age and began playing guitar and singing in local bands during his teenage years. Before pursuing a full-time music career, Keith worked in the oil fields and played semi-professional football. Keith’s big break came in 1993 with the release of his debut single “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” which topped the country charts and became the most-played country song of the 1990s. This success was followed by numerous hit albums and singles, including “How Do You Like Me Now?!,” “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American),” and “As Good as I Once Was.” Throughout his career, Toby Keith has released multiple platinum albums, won numerous awards, and established himself as one of the most successful country artists of his generation. He is also known for his entrepreneurial ventures, including his restaurant chain, Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill. In addition to his music career, Keith is involved in various charitable activities, particularly supporting military veterans and their families.

5 Interesting Facts about Toby Keith

1. Toby Keith’s debut single “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” was the most-played country song of the 1990s.

2. He has released over 20 studio albums and has charted more than 60 singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts.

3. Keith is known for his support of the U.S. military and has performed on numerous USO tours.

4. He founded the Toby Keith Foundation, which focuses on pediatric cancer research and supports children with cancer.

5. In addition to his music career, Keith owns a chain of restaurants called Toby Keith’s I Love This Bar & Grill.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Toby Keith

1. “I ain’t as good as I once was, but I’m as good once as I ever was.”

2. “Don’t compromise even if it hurts to be yourself.”

3. “I always say, if you’re not having fun, it’s your own damn fault.”

4. “I want to be as free as the spirit of the wind.”

5. “I think country is a real mix of all kinds of music.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Toby Keith’s highest net worth achieved is estimated to be around $365 million.

Children

Toby Keith and his wife Tricia Lucus have three children: two daughters, Shelley Covel Rowland and Krystal Keith, and a son, Stelen Keith Covel. Krystal Keith is also a country music singer.