Morgan Wallen

Date of Birth: May 13, 1993

Zodiac Sign: Taurus

Biography

Morgan Wallen is an American country music singer and songwriter who has quickly risen to prominence in the music industry. Born in Sneedville, Tennessee, Wallen initially pursued a career in baseball, but after an injury ended his dreams of playing professionally, he turned to music. He first gained national attention on the sixth season of the television show “The Voice” in 2014. Wallen signed with Big Loud Records and released his debut album, “If I Know Me,” in 2018, which included hits like “Up Down” featuring Florida Georgia Line and “Whiskey Glasses.” His second album, “Dangerous: The Double Album,” released in 2021, debuted at number one on the Billboard 200 and solidified his status as a leading figure in modern country music. Despite facing controversies, Wallen’s music continues to resonate with a broad audience.

5 Interesting Facts about Morgan Wallen

1. Morgan Wallen was a contestant on “The Voice” in 2014, where he was initially part of Usher’s team before being stolen by Adam Levine.

2. His second album, “Dangerous: The Double Album,” broke the record for the most weeks at No. 1 on the Billboard 200 chart for a country album.

3. Wallen was originally a pitcher in baseball and was offered a scholarship to play in college before an elbow injury ended his athletic career.

4. He has faced significant controversy, including being suspended by his record label in 2021 for using a racial slur, but has since apologized and sought to make amends.

5. Wallen’s style blends traditional country with elements of rock and hip-hop, making his sound unique in the country music genre.