Carly Pearce is a country singer-songwriter who has been making a name for herself in the music industry with her heartfelt and catchy songs. She has a sweet and powerful voice that can convey a range of emotions, from joy to sorrow. She has released two albums and 14 singles, and has won several awards and nominations, including a Grammy Award, an Academy of Country Music Award, and two Country Music Association Awards.
Carly Pearce was born on April 24, 1990, in Taylor Mill, Kentucky. She grew up in a musical family, as her grandfather was a bluegrass musician and her mother was a choir director. She also has an older sister named Cristy. She started singing at the age of three and performing at the age of 11. She was influenced by artists like Dolly Parton, Patty Loveless, Trisha Yearwood, and Faith Hill.
Pearce dropped out of high school at 16 and moved to Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, to pursue her dream of becoming a country singer. She worked at Dollywood, the theme park owned by Dolly Parton, where she sang in various shows. She also recorded her first album, Carly Pearce, independently in 2007. She moved to Nashville, Tennessee in 2009 to further her career as a singer-songwriter. She struggled for several years, facing rejection and disappointment from various labels and producers.
Pearce finally got her big break in 2016 when she released her debut single, "Every Little Thing", which she co-wrote with busbee and Emily Shackelton. The song was a personal and emotional ballad about a painful breakup, which resonated with many listeners. The song reached No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and No. 4 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It also earned her a nomination for New Female Vocalist of the Year at the Academy of Country Music Awards in 2018.
Pearce released her debut major-label album, Every Little Thing, in 2017, which was produced by busbee. The album received positive reviews from critics and fans alike, and debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart. The album also spawned the singles "Hide the Wine" and "Closer to You".
Pearce released her second album, Carly Pearce, in 2020, which was also produced by busbee. The album was dedicated to busbee's memory, as he passed away from brain cancer in 2019. The album featured collaborations with Lee Brice on "I Hope You're Happy Now", which became her second No. 1 hit on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and won her a Grammy Award for Best Country Duo/Group Performance; and Michael Ray on "Finish Your Sentences", which chronicled their romance and marriage (they divorced in 2020). The album also included the singles "It Won't Always Be Like This" and "Next Girl".
Pearce is currently working on her fourth album, which is expected to be released in 2023. She has already shared the first single from the album, "What He Didn't Do", which is a powerful ballad about finding love after heartbreak. The album will also include songs like "All Nighter", "29 + One", "Easy Going", and "Heart First".
Pearce is not only a talented musician but also a devoted daughter and sister. She often visits her family in Kentucky and credits them for supporting her career. She is also a philanthropist who supports various causes and charities, such as St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Habitat for Humanity.
Pearce is one of the most influential and respected artists in country music today. She has been hailed as a modern-day legend by Rolling Stone magazine and recognized as one of the Next Women of Country by CMT. She continues to tour across the country and around the world with her Every Little Thing tour. She is a true country soul who inspires millions with her music.
