Who is Aaron Watson?

Aaron Watson is an American country music singer and songwriter. He released his first album in 1999, and has since released nine more albums, charting over 20 singles on the Billboard charts. His latest album, Red Bandana, was released in 2019.

Early Life

Aaron Watson was born in Amarillo, Texas in 1979. He grew up listening to a variety of music, including classic country artists like Johnny Cash and Hank Williams. After graduating high school, he moved to Nashville to pursue a career in music.

Career

In 1999, Aaron released his self-titled debut album. The album featured the single ""Off the Record"", which became a minor hit, reaching number 73 on the Billboard country charts. In 2003, he released his second album, The Honky Tonk Kid. The album featured the single ""Fence Post"", which peaked at number 48 on the country charts. Since then, Aaron has released seven more albums and charted more than 20 singles on the Billboard country charts, with his highest peak being number 4 with ""That's Why God Loves Cowboys"" in 2006. In 2019, he released his ninth studio album, Red Bandana. The album featured the single ""Kiss That Girl Goodbye"", which peaked at number 18 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.

Awards & Accolades

Throughout his career, Aaron has been nominated for various awards including the CMA Music Video of the Year Award for ""That's Why God Loves Cowboys"" (2006), and Academy of Country Music's Top New Male Vocalist (2005). He was also nominated for two Grammy Awards for Best Southern, Country or Bluegrass Gospel Album for Vaquero (2017) and Best Country Album for Red Bandana (2020).

Personal Life & Legacy

Aaron is married to Kimberly Watson, and they have four children together. He is a devout Christian, and his faith plays a major role in his music. He is an ambassador for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, helping to raise awareness and funds for their mission to fight childhood cancer. His legacy as a country music artist will live on through his many hit songs and albums.