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Luke Albert Combs (born March 2, 1990) is an American country singer. He was born in North Carolina and grew up there, performing as a child. After leaving college to pursue a career in music, he moved to Nashville and released his debut EP, The Way She Rides, in 2014.

In 2017, Combs released his debut album, This One's for You, which reached number four on the Billboard 200. His second album, What You See Is What You Get, was released in 2019 and topped the charts in multiple territories, becoming his first to accomplish that. He has received three Grammy Award nominations, two iHeart Radio music awards, four Academy of Country Music Awards, and six Country Music Association Awards including the 2021 and 2022 Entertainer of the Year award, their highest honor.

Early life

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Combs was born Luke Albert Combs in Huntersville, North Carolina, a suburb of Charlotte on March 2, 1990, as the only child of Rhonda (née Frasure)[3] and Chester Combs.[4][5] The family moved to Asheville in western North Carolina.[6][7] As a child he performed in chorus class, multiple school musicals, and joined his church choir, which had the opportunity to perform at Carnegie Hall.[8]

He attended Appalachian State University, where he studied business and later switched to criminal justice intending to be a homicide detective. While in college, he worked as a bouncer at a bar before being on stage in that same bar.[9] Luke taught himself guitar on his mother's advice after dropping out of University. [10]

He played his first country music show at the Parthenon Cafe in Boone, North Carolina. After five years and with 21 hours left on his degree, he dropped out to follow a country music career path. He later moved to Nashville pursuing more opportunities in music.[11]

Career

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2014–2019: Beginnings and This One's For You

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Combs released his first EP, The Way She Rides, in February 2014. Later that year, he released his second EP, Can I Get an Outlaw.[12][2] In November 2015 he released his third EP, This One's for You. In late 2016, he was named one of Sounds Like Nashville's "Artists to Watch".[13] In 2016, his first single, "Hurricane", sold 15,000 copies in its first week,[14] and debuted at number 46 on Hot Country Songs.[15] He signed a deal with Sony Music Nashville, and the debut single from This One's for You, "Hurricane", was re-released on Columbia Nashville.[14] "Hurricane" reached number one on the country radio airplay chart on May 15, 2017, holding that spot for two weeks.[16]

In June 2017, he released his major label debut album, also titled This One's for You, on Columbia Nashville and River House Artists.[2] It hit number one on Billboard's Top Country Albums[17] and number five on the Billboard 200[18] in its first week. The album's second single, "When It Rains It Pours", was released to country radio on June 19, 2017.[19] It reached number one on the Country Airplay chart in October 2017. The album's third single, "One Number Away", was released to country radio on January 8, 2018. In June 2018, he released a deluxe version titled This One's for You Too, with five bonus tracks, two of which ("She Got the Best of Me" and "Beautiful Crazy") were issued as singles with both reaching number-one. "Beautiful Crazy" reached number one on Country Airplay in February 2019, giving him five number-ones on the Billboard country chart with his first five singles.[20] The song reached number one on three additional country charts – Hot Country Songs, Country Streaming Songs, and Country Digital Song Sales.[20]

2019–2021: What You See Is What You Get

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Combs in 2020

On June 11, 2019, he was invited to become a member of the Grand Ole Opry.[21] In August 2019, This One's for You spent its 44th week at number one on Top Country Albums, setting the record for the longest reign at the top of that chart by a male artist.[22] His second album, What You See Is What You Get, was released on November 8, 2019.[23] The album has charted the singles "Beer Never Broke My Heart", "Even Though I'm Leaving", "Does to Me" (a duet with Eric Church), and "Lovin' on You", all of which have reached number one on the country chart.

In May 2020, he released the single "Six Feet Apart".[24] The single quickly became popular to listeners as it illustrated the challenges of life during the COVID-19 pandemic.[25] In June 2020 he confirmed his next single would be "Lovin' on You", which was released on both his second album and the EP The Prequel, which predated the album. He announced a deluxe version of What You See Is What You Get, titled What You See Ain't Always What You Get, with five new songs; it was released on October 23, 2020.[26] The track "Forever After All" set streaming records in country music on Apple Music and Spotify.[27]

2022–2023: Growin' Up and Gettin' Old

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Growin' Up, his third album, was released on June 24, 2022.[28] The album has charted the singles "Doin' This"; "The Kind of Love We Make", which reached number one on the country chart and number eight on the Hot 100; and "Going, Going, Gone". In May 2023 Combs collaborated with English star Ed Sheeran on the single "Life Goes On".[29] Following the release of the single, Sheeran's solo version of the song was released on his fifth studio album - (Subtract).

His fourth album, Gettin' Old, was released on March 24, 2023.[30] A promotional single, "Growin' Up and Gettin' Old", and a single, "Love You Anyway", were released ahead of the album. His cover of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" was streamed more than 65 million times on Spotify in less than two months after the album was released, making it the most popular song from the album on that platform.[31] Combs's version of "Fast Car" reached No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, higher than Chapman's original 1988 version, and No. 1 on the US Adult Top 40, US Country Airplay and US Hot Country Songs charts, as well as No. 1 on the Canada Country charts. The song garnered Combs the Single of the Year at the 57th Annual Country Music Association Awards on November 8, 2023.[32] At the 66th Annual Grammy Awards on February 4, 2024, Combs performed a duet of the song with Chapman.[33] He counts the song as his first favorite song and having an impact on him since he was a child.[34]

2024–present: Fathers & Sons

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In May 2024, Combs released "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma", the lead single from the Twisters soundtrack.[35] Combs released "The Man He Sees in Me" on June 6, 2024, along with the announcement of his fifth studio album titled Fathers & Sons, which was released on June 14, 2024.[36]

Combs and Eric Church put together the "Concert for Carolina" on October 26, 2024, at Bank of America Stadium in Charlotte, North Carolina, which raised over $24 million for Hurricane Helene relief.[37]

Luke co-owns a polarized sunglasses and hat company called Blue Otter Polarized.[38]

Personal life

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In early 2016, Combs started dating Nicole Hocking, and the two became engaged in November 2018.[39][40] They married in Florida on August 1, 2020.[41] On June 19, 2022, they had their first son.[42] On August 15, 2023, their second son was born.[43][44] On September 23, 2025, Combs and his wife announced that they are expecting their third child due this winter.[45]

Combs began to struggle with anxiety and primarily obsessional obsessive compulsive disorder in adolescence through his college years; he has said that while it is something he has learned to control better, he still struggles with obsessive thoughts from time to time.[46]

In 2023, Combs obtained a $250,000 SAD scheme default judgment against Nicol Harness inadvertently, who was a fan who had sold $380 worth of tumblers featuring a likeness of Combs.[47][48][49] Combs subsequently issued an apology, sent Harness $11,000, and offered to sell the tumblers through his official merchandise store to assist with Harness's medical bills.[47][48][49]

Discography

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Main article: Luke Combs discography

Tours

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Headlining

  • Don't Tempt Me with a Good Time Tour (2017–18)
  • Beer Never Broke My Heart Tour (2019)
  • What You See Is What You Get Tour (2020–21)
  • Luke Combs World Tour (2023)
  • Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour (2024)
  • My Kind of Saturday Night World Tour (2026)

Supporting

Awards and nominations

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Year Awards Category Recipient/Work Result Ref
2017 CMT Music Awards Breakthrough Video of the Year "Hurricane" Nominated [50]
Country Music Association Awards New Artist of the Year Luke Combs Nominated [51]
2018 Academy of Country Music Awards New Male Vocalist of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
iHeartRadio Music Awards Country Song of the Year "Hurricane" Nominated [52]
New Country Artist of the Year Luke Combs Won
Billboard Music Awards Top Country Artist Luke Combs Nominated [53]
Top Country Album This One's for You Nominated
CMT Music Awards Video of the Year "When It Rains It Pours" Nominated [54]
Country Music Association Awards New Artist of the Year Luke Combs Won
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
American Music Awards Favorite Album - Country This One's for You Nominated [55]
2019 Grammy Awards Best New Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Academy of Country Music Awards New Male Artist of the Year Luke Combs Won
Male Artist of the Year Nominated
CMT Music Awards CMT Performance of the Year Luke Combs and Leon Bridges Won [56]
Video of the Year "She Got the Best of Me" Nominated
iHeartRadio Music Awards Country Artist of the Year Luke Combs Won [57]
Billboard Music Awards Top Country Artist Luke Combs Won [58]
Top Country Male Artist Luke Combs Won
Top Country Album This One's For You Won
Top Country Song "She Got the Best of Me" Nominated
Country Music Association Awards Male Vocalist of the Year Luke Combs Won
Song of the Year "Beautiful Crazy" Won
Musical Event of the Year "Brand New Man" (w/ Brooks & Dunn) Nominated
2020 Grammy Awards Best Country Duo/Group Performance Nominated
Academy of Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
Male Artist of the Year Won
Album of the Year What You See Is What You Get Won
Country Music Association Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
Male Vocalist of the Year Won
Album of the Year What You See Is What You Get Won
Single of the Year "Beer Never Broke My Heart" Nominated
Song of the Year "Even Though I'm Leaving" Nominated
"I Hope You're Happy Now" Nominated
Billboard Music Awards Top Country Artist Luke Combs Won [59]
Top Country Male Won
Top Country Album What You See Is What You Get Won
People's Choice Awards The Country Artist of 2020 Luke Combs Nominated
2021 Nashville Songwriter Awards Songwriter-Artist of the Year Luke Combs Won [60]
ARIA Music Awards ARIA Award for Best International Artist Luke Combs - What You See Ain't Always What You Get Nominated [61]
Academy of Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
Music Event of the Year "Does to Me" (with Eric Church) Nominated
Billboard Music Awards Top Country Artist Luke Combs Nominated [62]
Top Country Male Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Country Music Association Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Won
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
Song of the Year "Forever After All" Nominated
2022 Academy of Country Music Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
Billboard Music Awards Top Country Artist Luke Combs Nominated [63]
Top Country Male Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Country Song "Forever After All" Nominated
Country Music Association Awards Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Won
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
Album of the Year Growin' Up Won
2023 Grammy Awards Best Country Album Nominated
ARIA Music Awards Best International Artist Himself Nominated
Broadcast Music, Inc. Country Writer of the Year Luke Combs Won
Country Music Association Awards Single of the Year "Fast Car" Won
Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs Nominated
Male Vocalist of the Year Nominated
Album of the Year Gettin' Old Nominated
Billboard Music Awards Top Artist Luke Combs Nominated [64]
Top Male Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Billboard 200 Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Hot 100 Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Country Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Country Male Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Country Touring Artist Luke Combs Nominated
Top Country Album Gettin' Old Nominated
Growin' Up Nominated
Top Country Song "Fast Car" Nominated
2024 Grammy Awards Best Country Solo Performance "Fast Car" Nominated
People's Choice Awards The Male Artist Himself Nominated [65]
The Male Country Artist Nominated
The Song "Fast Car" Nominated
The Album Gettin' Old Nominated
The Concert Tour Luke Combs World Tour Nominated

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Luke Combs is an American renowned for his traditionalist style, heartfelt lyrics, and commercial success, having achieved multiple diamond-certified singles and sold millions of albums worldwide. Born Luke Albert Combs on March 2, 1990, in , he was raised in Asheville by parents Chester and Rhonda Combs, who instilled in him a strong work ethic through their blue-collar backgrounds. As a child, Combs sang in church and school choirs, developing an early passion for music influenced by artists like and . Combs attended , initially majoring in business before switching to , but he dropped out just a month before graduation in 2012 to pursue music full-time. He began performing in small clubs around , posting videos on platforms like , , and that gained local attention. In 2014, Combs relocated to , where he self-released his debut EP The Way I Am in 2014, followed by another EP, Hurricane, in 2016. That year, he signed with Columbia Nashville Records, and his breakthrough single "Hurricane" became his first No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart in 2017, marking the start of an unprecedented streak of 19 consecutive No. 1 singles, including "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" in 2024. His debut studio album, This One's for You (2017), debuted at No. 4 on the Billboard 200 and produced hits like "When It Rains It Pours" and "One Number Away." Combs followed with What You See Is What You Get (2019), his first No. 1 album on the Billboard 200, featuring the diamond-certified "Beautiful Crazy" and the record-breaking "Beer Never Broke My Heart." Subsequent releases include Growin' Up (2022), Gettin' Old (2023), and Fathers & Sons (2024), the latter earning critical acclaim for its themes of family and fatherhood. In January 2026, Combs announced his sixth studio album, The Way I Am, scheduled for release on March 20, 2026, featuring 22 songs, along with the lead single "Sleepless in a Hotel Room." His cover of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car" (2023) marked his first top-10 hit on the Billboard Hot 100, reaching No. 2 and earning a Grammy nomination. Combs has amassed numerous accolades, including three CMA Entertainer of the Year awards (2021, 2022, 2025), 12 CMA Awards total (as of November 2025), four ACM Awards, and six , making him one of the most awarded artists in country music. He is the first country artist with five RIAA diamond-certified singles—"Hurricane," "Beautiful Crazy," "Beer Never Broke My Heart," "She Got the Best of Me," and ""—and the highest RIAA-certified country artist in history with 168 million units as of October 2025; he has spent over 56 cumulative weeks at No. 1 on the chart (as of November 2025). In 2025, he received the ACM International Award and shared the CRS Artist Humanitarian Award with . A member of the Grand Ole Opry since 2019, Combs has also performed high-profile duets, such as with at the 2024 Grammys, and headlined the "Concert for Carolina" in 2024, raising $24.5 million for Hurricane Helene relief. In his , Combs married high school sweetheart Nicole Combs in 2020; the couple has two sons, Tex Lawrence (born June 2022) and Beau Lee (born August 2023); they announced in September 2025 that they are expecting their third child in winter 2025. His music often draws from everyday experiences, resonating with working-class audiences and solidifying his status as a leading figure in contemporary .

Early life and education

Upbringing and family background

Luke Albert Combs was born on March 2, 1990, in , a suburb of Charlotte. As the only child of Rhonda and Chester Combs, he grew up in a close-knit family environment that emphasized hard work and support for personal interests. When Combs was eight years old, his family relocated to Asheville in , where he spent the majority of his childhood immersed in the region's rural and outdoor lifestyle. Chester Combs worked as a worker, while Rhonda Combs held a position at a local ; both parents maintained full-time jobs that instilled a strong in their son, whom they encouraged to pursue his passions without reservation. This exposure to sounds in his Asheville home helped shape his cultural backdrop, even as his interests initially leaned toward outdoor and athletic activities. During his formative years, Combs developed a passion for non-musical pursuits that reflected his Southern upbringing, including and football. He frequently engaged in hunting trips, which became a lifelong connecting him to and family traditions in the mountains. In high school at in Asheville, Combs played football as an offensive lineman, wearing jersey number 77 and contributing to the team alongside future notable figures, though he often rode the bench rather than starting. These experiences, alongside his family's unwavering support, laid the groundwork for his later interests, including a gradual shift toward music in his teenage years.

Education and early musical development

Combs attended in , where he graduated in 2008 after participating on the varsity football team as an offensive and defensive lineman. Following high school, he enrolled at in , in the fall of 2008, pursuing a degree in with initial aspirations of becoming a homicide detective. He attended for several years but dropped out in 2012, just 21 credit hours short of graduation, citing a lack of passion for academics and a growing interest in music as key factors. As a child, Combs sang in church and school choirs, developing an early interest in music. Combs did not begin playing guitar until age 21, during his time at Appalachian State, after his mother encouraged him by noting that country stars and had started around the same age—a claim he later questioned but which motivated him nonetheless. He taught himself the instrument through dedicated practice, often playing albums like Willie Nelson's Stardust repeatedly to build his skills. While in college, Combs began songwriting, with his first remembered composition being "Day Drinking." He also started performing covers of songs like "Wagon Wheel" by and "Friends in Low Places" by in local Boone bars, often filling in between sets at venues like the Cafe to hone his stage presence before crowds of college students.

Career

2014–2017: Beginnings and debut releases

After dropping out of college near the end of his senior year, Luke Combs relocated to , in 2014 to pursue a career in country music full-time. He supported himself through various odd jobs while performing consistently in dive bars along Lower Broadway, where he honed his craft and began cultivating a dedicated local following. In February 2014, Combs self-released his debut EP, The Way She Rides, independently, marking his entry into recording and helping to build momentum among fans in the Southeast. Later that year, in July, he followed with a second EP, Can I Get an Outlaw, continuing to expand his audience through live shows and digital sales. By November 2015, he issued a third EP, This One's for You, which included the track "Hurricane" and further solidified his independent presence. Combs' persistence paid off in October 2016 when he signed a deal with River House Artists and Columbia Nashville, a division of , becoming the first recording artist signed to the new imprint. That same year, following the label signing, "Hurricane" was re-released as a single and began gaining significant traction on country radio, peaking in the Top 50 on the chart by late 2016 and setting the stage for broader recognition.

2017–2019: This One's for You and mainstream breakthrough

Combs released his debut studio , This One's for You, on June 2, 2017, through River House Artists and Columbia Nashville. The project featured key singles such as "Hurricane," which became his first No. 1 on the chart, and "When It Rains It Pours," which followed as his second consecutive chart-topper on the same ranking. These tracks helped propel the album to immediate commercial prominence, debuting at No. 1 on the chart and No. 5 on the , with 43,000 equivalent units in its first week. The album's success was unprecedented, holding the No. 1 position on the Top Albums chart for 50 non-consecutive weeks, tying Shania Twain's for the longest reign by any album at the time. By 2018, This One's for You achieved RIAA , marking the fastest debut album to reach that milestone since Chris Stapleton's Traveller in 2015; it has since been certified 7× for combined sales and streaming equivalent units exceeding seven million. Internationally, the album demonstrated growing appeal, peaking at No. 83 on the for two weeks while reaching No. 4 on the UK Artists Albums Chart and maintaining a presence for over 120 weeks. In support of the album, Combs launched his first headlining tour, the Don't Tempt Me with a Good Time Tour, which began on October 3, 2017, in and extended into spring 2018 with 25 additional dates across major U.S. cities, including two-night stands in arenas like his hometown of . Prior to headlining, Combs had gained exposure opening for established artists, including select dates on Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show Tour in 2017. Combs' breakthrough garnered critical recognition, including a nomination for Best New Artist at the 2019 Grammy Awards. His rising profile led to increased media visibility, highlighted by his debut performance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon in May 2019, where he debuted the single "Beer Never Broke My Heart."

2019–2021: What You See Is What You Get and continued success

Combs released his second studio album, What You See Is What You Get, on November 8, 2019, via River House Artists and Columbia Nashville. The album debuted at No. 1 on the chart, earning 333,000 equivalent album units in its first week and marking the largest debut week for a album since 2015. It also topped the Top Country Albums chart and went on to spend a record 59 total weeks at No. 1 there, surpassing previous benchmarks for the genre. The album spawned several chart-topping singles, including "Beer Never Broke My Heart," released in April 2019 as the , which reached No. 1 on the chart and became Combs' sixth consecutive leader. In October 2020, a deluxe edition titled What You See Ain't Always What You Get was released, adding five new tracks and debuting at No. 1 on the with 109,000 units. Among these were additional hits like "," which topped both the and charts in late 2020 and early 2021, extending Combs' streak of consecutive No. 1s. The disrupted live performances in 2020, prompting Combs to adapt with virtual livestreams, including a March garage concert from his home where he debuted a cover of Tracy Chapman's ""—a rendition he had been planning and which would later become a major hit upon its 2023 release. His What You See Is What You Get Tour, which launched in February 2020, was fully rescheduled to 2021 due to lockdowns and health concerns. Combs' momentum culminated in 2021 with his first CMA Entertainer of the Year award at the 55th Annual CMA Awards, recognizing his dominant sales, streaming records, and cultural impact during the period.

2022–2023: Growin' Up and Gettin' Old

In 2022, Luke Combs released his third studio album, Growin' Up, on June 24 via River House Artists/Columbia Nashville. The album debuted at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart and No. 2 on the all-genre , marking the largest debut week for a album that year with 74,000 equivalent album units in its first week. Combs conceived Growin' Up as a reflection on the earlier stages of adulthood, drawing from personal experiences of youth and transition, and recorded it alongside material that would form its companion project. The , "Doin' This," became Combs' 14th consecutive No. 1 on the Country Airplay chart in May 2022, extending his record streak for a solo male artist. Building on the momentum from Growin' Up, Combs released his fourth studio album, , on March 24, 2023, positioning the two as thematic companion pieces that together explore the arc of life's stages—from youthful exuberance to maturing reflections on family, loss, and passage of time. debuted at No. 1 on the Top Country Albums chart and No. 4 on the , generating 202,000 equivalent album units in its opening week, the biggest debut of Combs' career at that point. The album's single "Love You Anyway" topped the chart in September 2023, securing Combs' 17th No. 1 there and tying him with for the second-most leaders by a solo male artist. Other tracks like the title-inspired "Growin' Up and Gettin' Old" highlighted the paired albums' conceptual unity, with Combs noting the song captured the bittersweet middle ground between the two phases. To promote the albums, Combs launched the World Tour in 2022, expanding into a massive 2023 run across and that sold out 37 of 39 dates, including all 16 stadium shows, and broke venue records at sites like in . The tour grossed over $100 million in 2023 alone, solidifying Combs' status as a global stadium headliner. That year, he also earned his second consecutive CMA Entertainer of the Year award at the 56th Annual CMA Awards in November 2022, recognizing his dominant commercial run. Complementing the albums' themes of everyday life and camaraderie, Combs partnered with in 2022 to launch limited-edition custom cans, with designs tied to his and tour, marking his entry into branded merchandise collaborations in the beverage space.

2024–2025: Fathers & Sons, tours, and recent honors

In May 2024, Luke Combs released "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" as the lead single from the soundtrack to the film Twisters. The track debuted at number 24 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and reached number 1 on September 24, 2024, marking Combs' 19th consecutive number-one hit on the chart. He performed the song at the 58th Annual CMA Awards in November 2024. On June 14, 2024, Luke Combs released his fifth studio album, Fathers & Sons, through Columbia Nashville and River House Artists, a collection of 12 tracks deeply rooted in themes of parenthood, legacy, and father-son bonds. The album features songs like "Huntin' By Yourself," which explores a 's reflections on teaching his son life lessons through , and "Take Me Out to the Ballgame," a heartfelt about a child's plea for with his amid family challenges. Combs drew inspiration from his own experiences as a to two young sons, Tex and Beau, infusing the record with raw emotional vulnerability that marks a personal evolution in his songwriting. Fathers & Sons achieved strong commercial success, debuting at No. 6 on the chart with 66,000 equivalent album units in its first week, including 39,000 from pure sales, and topping the Top Country Albums chart. Critics praised the album for its emotional depth and authenticity, with reviews highlighting Combs' ability to blend traditional country with lyrics that resonate universally among parents; for instance, outlets noted its "unexpected warmth and " as a standout in his discography. This release built on familial motifs from prior works like Growin' Up, but shifted focus to Combs' direct paternal perspective, earning acclaim for its live-recorded intimacy and avoidance of overproduction. In 2024 and 2025, Combs extended his stadium tour schedule with additional dates, including headline performances at major festivals such as Austin City Limits in October 2025, drawing massive crowds to his high-energy live shows. Looking ahead, he announced the My Kinda Saturday Night Tour for 2026, a global stadium run kicking off March 21 at Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, featuring support acts like Riley Green and Tracy Lawrence, and extending to Europe with a finale at London's Wembley Stadium on July 31. These extensions underscore Combs' dominance in live country music, with sold-out venues reflecting his appeal to multigenerational audiences. Combs received significant professional recognition in 2025, including the ACM International Award at the 18th Honors on August 20, honoring his global impact and international touring success over the past decade. He also shared the CRS Artist Humanitarian Award with at the 2025 Country Radio Seminar, acknowledging their joint efforts in disaster relief, such as fundraising for hurricane victims through the ACM Lifting Lives initiative. At the 59th Annual CMA Awards on November 19, 2025, Combs won Entertainer of the Year for the third time and performed "Back in the Saddle." These honors highlight Combs' growing influence beyond music, emphasizing his commitment to community support and worldwide fan engagement.

2026: The Way I Am announcement

On January 7, 2026, Luke Combs announced his sixth studio album, The Way I Am, set for release on March 20, 2026, featuring 22 songs. The announcement coincided with the release of the new single "Sleepless in a Hotel Room," which became available for streaming on all platforms.

Personal life

Marriage and family

Luke Combs met his future wife, Nicole Hocking, in January 2016 at the 30A Songwriters Festival in Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, where she was working for Broadcast Music, Inc. (BMI) and he was performing as an emerging artist. The couple began dating shortly after and quickly developed a strong bond, with Combs later crediting Hocking for providing stability during his rising career. They announced their engagement on November 29, 2018, after Combs proposed during a house move in Nashville, disguising the ring in a box of cat collars to surprise her. Combs and Hocking married on August 1, 2020, in an intimate ceremony at their home in southern , limited to due to restrictions. The couple, who reside in a modest two-bedroom home in Nashville, have prioritized a grounded life amid Combs' touring schedule, incorporating daily routines such as diaper changes, baths, and home-cooked meals to foster normalcy for their children. They also share their home with pets, including a named Jojo adopted in May 2019. The couple welcomed their first son, Tex Lawrence Combs, on June 19, 2022—coinciding with —followed by their second son, Beau Lee Combs, born prematurely on August 15, 2023. On September 23, 2025, Combs and his wife announced via that they are expecting their third child in winter 2025, sharing a video of the moment they told their sons the news. Combs frequently shares glimpses of fatherhood joys on and , posting about family milestones and everyday moments with his sons, which have also inspired themes in his , such as the 2024 album Fathers & Sons.

Health challenges

Luke Combs has been open about his lifelong battle with anxiety and a rare form of obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) known as pure O, characterized by intrusive thoughts without visible compulsions. He has described the condition as beginning in childhood around age 12, but intensifying during his rapid rise to fame in the late , particularly around 2019 when the pressures of stardom amplified his symptoms. These include debilitating intrusive thoughts, heightened anxiety, and occasional attacks, often triggered by performance stress and the demands of constant public scrutiny. Combs first publicly detailed his struggles in a 2021 interview with , where he linked the escalation of his anxiety to the overwhelming pace of his career breakthrough. He expanded on this in 2023 during an appearance on , describing his OCD as "crippling" and explaining how intrusive thoughts could consume his mental energy, exacerbating anxiety tied to both professional success and changes like fatherhood. In these disclosures, he emphasized the mental toll of fame, noting that the constant travel and expectations intensified his symptoms, while fatherhood added layers of worry about providing stability. To manage his condition, Combs has relied on a combination of , , and intentional lifestyle adjustments. has been particularly effective in helping him process intrusive thoughts, while provides relief from acute anxiety episodes. In early 2025, he experienced a severe flare-up of OCD symptoms before an international performance in —described as his worst in years—but managed to complete the tour. Later that year, Combs reduced his touring schedule to about 24 shows to prioritize family time with his young sons. By mid-2025, Combs expressed a more positive outlook in interviews, highlighting how family support has been instrumental in his strategies. He noted that sharing his experiences has not only aided his own progress but also encouraged others facing similar issues, underscoring the role of in overcoming anxiety's grip.

Musical style and influences

Genre and songwriting approach

Luke Combs is widely recognized as a leading figure in contemporary , incorporating neotraditional elements that evoke the 's roots while appealing to modern audiences. His sound blends traditional country structures with influences from rock and bluegrass in the instrumentation, often featuring robust electric guitars, acoustic strums, and occasional or accents that add a raw, organic texture. This fusion creates anthemic tracks that balance accessibility with authenticity, as seen in his emphasis on heartfelt narratives over polished pop crossovers. Combs' songwriting approach is deeply autobiographical, drawing from his upbringing in small-town to explore themes of working-class life, heartbreak, and enduring small-town values like family loyalty and community resilience. He co-writes the majority of his material, frequently collaborating with longtime friend Ray Fulcher, whose contributions help shape vivid, relatable stories that resonate with everyday experiences. His lyrics prioritize emotional directness, using simple yet evocative language to capture moments of , loss, and reflection, avoiding abstraction in favor of personal anecdotes. Complementing this is Combs' distinctive vocal delivery—a gravelly that conveys raw emotional authenticity, often delivered with a sense of urgency and . His production choices reinforce this grounded style, favoring a live-band captured with minimal overdubs and little reliance on electronic effects, which preserves the organic energy of performances and mirrors the unpretentious of his themes. Over the course of his career, Combs' songwriting has evolved from upbeat party anthems celebrating youthful escapism in his debut works to more introspective explorations of and maturity in recent releases. Early hits focused on carefree revelry and heartbreak in transient relationships, while later delve into hood, legacy, and life's deeper transitions, reflecting his own experiences as a and . This progression maintains his core authenticity but broadens the emotional scope, allowing for greater without abandoning his roots.

Key influences and collaborations

Luke Combs has cited as a major influence, particularly during his early career in Nashville, where Church's songwriting and performance style resonated deeply with him. In a 2017 interview, Combs described Church as a key inspiration for his own approach to , noting that he moved to Nashville partly because of artists like Church who were pushing boundaries within the genre. He has also expressed admiration for , with whom he toured early on, crediting Aldean's high-energy live shows and hit-making prowess as shaping his stage presence and song selection. Combs' early exposure to traditional country came through '90s icons like , , and , whose and straightforward honky-tonk sounds formed the foundation of his musical tastes growing up in . In reflecting on his formative years, he recalled listening to these artists alongside and , emphasizing their in sparking his passion for country over more classic figures like . His roots extend to bluegrass, as evidenced by collaborations like the 2021 single "The Great Divide" with bluegrass artist , which highlights his appreciation for the genre's acoustic drive and narrative depth, and his plans for a bluegrass album project that he began developing in 2020 and reaffirmed interest in as of 2024. Rock elements also inform his sound, with Combs frequently covering Lynyrd Skynyrd's "Simple Man" in early performances and incorporating swagger into tracks like "Angels Workin' Overtime," nodding to the band's influence on his broader style. Among his notable collaborations, Combs teamed up with for the 2019 duet "Does to Me" from his album What You See Is What You Get, a track that fulfilled a longtime dream of working with his idol and peaked at No. 1 on the chart. He has co-produced much of his with Chip Matthews, including albums like Gettin' Old (2023) and the 2024 release Fathers & Sons, where Matthews' engineering and mixing expertise helped capture Combs' raw, live-wire energy in the studio. Combs' industry connections strengthened through his 2016 signing with River House Artists, a boutique label that provided crucial early support and publishing ties, enabling his breakthrough with hits like "Hurricane."

Discography

Studio albums and EPs

Luke Combs began his recording career with two independent extended plays before signing with River House Artists and Columbia Nashville. His debut EP, The Way I Am, was self-released on May 13, 2014, and featured five original tracks showcasing his early songwriting style rooted in traditional narratives. The follow-up EP, Hurricane, arrived on October 10, 2016, via River House/Columbia Nashville, containing six songs including the breakout single "Hurricane," which propelled Combs into mainstream attention with its story of emotional turmoil and resilience. Neither EP received RIAA certifications, but they laid the groundwork for his major-label by amassing streams and sales. Combs' first studio album, This One's for You, was released on June 2, 2017, through River House/Columbia Nashville, and established him as a force in contemporary country with its blend of rowdy bar anthems and heartfelt ballads. The record's themes revolve around everyday adventures, beer-fueled escapades, and small-town camaraderie, as heard in tracks like "Beer Can" and the title song, which serves as a tribute to family and friends. It became one of the longest-charting country albums on the Billboard 200, holding the No. 1 position for 50 weeks, and has been certified 8x Platinum by the RIAA as of October 2025, reflecting over 8 million units sold and streamed in the U.S. A deluxe reissue, This One's for You Too, followed on June 1, 2018, adding five new songs and boosting its commercial momentum. His sophomore effort, What You See Is What You Get, debuted on November 8, 2019, via the same label, expanding on his signature sound with introspective lyrics about personal growth, relationships, and life's simple pleasures. Songs like "" explore father-son bonds and , while "1, 2 Many" captures of overindulgence, maintaining the album's balance of levity and reflection. The , initially 16 tracks, received a deluxe edition in October 2020 with five additional cuts, and it shattered records as the longest-running No. 1 album on the with 58 weeks at the top; it has earned 5x Platinum certification from the RIAA as of 2024. In 2022, Combs released Growin' Up on June 24 through River House/Columbia Nashville, a 12-track collection delving into themes of maturation, for rural upbringing, and the passage of time, exemplified by the reflective "" and the bluegrass-infused "The Kind of Love We Made." The album marked a subtle evolution in his production, incorporating acoustic elements to underscore stories of small-town life and personal milestones. It debuted at No. 1 on the Country Albums chart and has achieved 2x Platinum status from the RIAA as of 2025. The companion album Gettin' Old followed on March 24, 2023, continuing the narrative arc with 17 songs focused on aging, gained through , and the bittersweet aspects of adulthood, as in the title track "Growin' Up and Gettin' Old" and the poignant "Love You Anyway." This release emphasized Combs' maturation as a songwriter, blending upbeat tracks with deeper emotional . It also topped the Country Albums chart upon debut and holds Platinum from the RIAA in 2025. Combs' fifth studio album, Fathers & Sons, arrived on June 14, 2024, via River House/Columbia Nashville, shifting toward intimate reflections on parenthood, family legacy, and generational bonds, inspired by his own experiences as a . Tracks like "The Man You Are" and "My Old Man" highlight the joys and responsibilities of raising children, delivered in a mostly acoustic, traditional country style. The 12-song set debuted at No. 1 on the Country Albums chart and, as of November 2025, has received Gold certification from the RIAA, with ongoing accumulation toward higher accolades amid Combs' record-breaking career totals. On January 7, 2026, Combs announced his sixth studio album, The Way I Am, scheduled for release on March 20, 2026, via River House/Columbia Nashville. The album features 22 songs and was accompanied by the release of the lead single "Sleepless in a Hotel Room," which became available for streaming on the announcement date.
ReleaseTypeDateLabelRIAA Certification (as of 2025)
The Way I AmEPMay 13, 2014Self-releasedNone
HurricaneEPOctober 10, 2016River House/Columbia NashvilleNone
This One's for YouStudio albumJune 2, 2017River House/Columbia Nashville8x Platinum
This One's for You Too (Deluxe)Re-releaseJune 1, 2018River House/Columbia NashvilleIncluded in original
What You See Is What You GetStudio albumNovember 8, 2019River House/Columbia Nashville5x Platinum
What You See Is What You Get (Deluxe)Re-releaseOctober 23, 2020River House/Columbia NashvilleIncluded in original
Growin' UpStudio albumJune 24, 2022River House/Columbia Nashville2x Platinum
Gettin' OldStudio albumMarch 24, 2023River House/Columbia NashvillePlatinum
Fathers & SonsStudio albumJune 14, 2024River House/Columbia NashvilleGold
The Way I AmStudio albumMarch 20, 2026River House/Columbia NashvilleNone (upcoming)

Singles and chart performance

Luke Combs has achieved remarkable success on the charts with his singles, amassing 19 No. 1 hits on Billboard's chart as of November 2025, more than any other artist in the chart's history. His debut single marked the beginning of an unprecedented streak of consecutive leaders on the ranking, with all of his first 13 singles reaching the top spot. Combs' tracks have also crossed over to the , where he has notched multiple top 10 entries, and his music has garnered substantial international attention. Overall, his catalog has earned over 168 million RIAA-certified units, making him the highest-certified country artist in history. Combs' career launched with the 2016 single "Hurricane," which became his first No. 1 on the chart, holding the position for two weeks in May 2017 and peaking at No. 31 on the Hot 100. The song's raw storytelling about enduring love resonated widely, setting the tone for his rapid ascent. Follow-up "When It Rains It Pours," released in 2017, secured his second No. 1 for two weeks starting in November 2017 and marked his first leader on the chart. Its upbeat narrative of good fortune after heartbreak propelled it to multi-platinum status. From his 2019 album What You See Is What You Get, Combs continued his dominance with singles like "" and "Lovin' on Us." "," released in 2019, topped for five weeks beginning in November 2019, extending his record streak of consecutive No. 1s to seven, and reached No. 11 on the Hot 100. The poignant track, exploring father-son bonds across generations, highlighted Combs' emotional depth. "Lovin' on Us," issued in 2020, claimed the summit for four weeks starting in September 2020, becoming his ninth straight leader on the chart and peaking at No. 15 on the Hot 100. Its celebratory vibe about small-town romance further solidified his radio stronghold. Later releases demonstrated Combs' versatility and crossover appeal. "The Kind of Love We Make," the lead single from his 2022 album Growin' Up, peaked at No. 2 on —ending his streak of 13 consecutive No. 1s there—but topped for four weeks and reached No. 8 on the Hot 100. The sensual showcased a shift toward R&B-infused production while maintaining his signature grit. In 2023, his cover of Tracy Chapman's "" from peaked at No. 2 on the Hot 100 (1 week at peak), marking his highest chart position to date and surpassing the original's No. 6 peak; it also led for 19 weeks (non-consecutive) and topped for five weeks. The rendition earned widespread acclaim for revitalizing the 1988 classic and introduced Combs to broader audiences, including international markets where it charted for 28 weeks on the UK Official Singles Chart, peaking at No. 30. In 2024, Combs released "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" on May 20 as the lead single from Twisters: The Album, the soundtrack for the film Twisters. The track topped for two weeks in September and October, marking his 18th No. 1 on the chart, and peaked at No. 13 on the Hot 100. From his 2024 album Fathers & Sons, singles such as "Back in the Saddle" reached No. 1 on in October 2025, marking Combs' 19th chart-topper and continuing his dominance at country radio. In January 2026, Combs announced his upcoming sixth studio album The Way I Am, featuring 22 songs and set for release on March 20, 2026. Simultaneously, he released the lead single "Sleepless in a Hotel Room" on January 7, 2026. Combs' music videos often complement his singles' themes with authentic, relatable visuals. For instance, the 2019 video for "Beer Never Broke My Heart"—a No. 1 on —features Combs performing in a lively bar setting, capturing the song's resilient, party-anthem spirit amid everyday camaraderie; directed by , it was shot in locations evoking his roots, including scenes in Rutherford County. His videos have collectively amassed billions of views, enhancing his singles' cultural impact. By October 2025, Combs held four Diamond-certified singles from the RIAA ("Hurricane," "When It Rains It Pours," "," and ""), underscoring the enduring commercial success of his releases.
SingleRelease YearCountry Airplay Peak (Weeks at No. 1)Hot 100 Peak
Hurricane2016No. 1 (2)No. 31 (10× Platinum)
It Pours2017No. 1 (2)No. 20 (10× Platinum)
2019No. 1 (5)No. 113×
Lovin' on Us2020No. 1 (4)No. 152×
2022No. 2No. 83×
(cover)2023No. 1 (5)No. 27×
Ain't No Love in Oklahoma2024No. 1 (2)No. 13
Sleepless in a Hotel Room2026

Tours and live performances

Headlining tours

Luke Combs launched his first headlining tour, the Don't Tempt Me With a Good Time Tour, in October 2017, beginning in smaller venues like the Roxy Theatre in and expanding to theaters and mid-sized arenas by 2018, with dates across the U.S. and that showcased his rising popularity following the success of his debut album This One's for You. The tour, which promoted tracks from that album, included stops at venues such as the in Nashville and Seagate Convention Centre in Toledo, drawing enthusiastic crowds and helping establish Combs as a live draw in the country genre. In 2019, Combs escalated to arena-sized productions with the Beer Never Broke My Heart Tour, a pre-pandemic run that kicked off in February and extended through December, featuring 29 dates added mid-year due to demand and culminating at Nashville's . Supporting his second What You See Is What You Get, the tour visited major arenas like the and , with special guests including and , and consistently sold out, reflecting Combs' growing fanbase ahead of the disruptions. The What You See Is What You Get Tour, announced in 2019 for 2020 but heavily impacted by the , adapted creatively by incorporating drive-in concert formats in mid-2020 at locations like the Nashville Drive-In Experience, before resuming full-scale arena shows in 2021 across . Spanning from February 2020 to December 2021, the 15-month trek included rescheduled dates and high-energy performances promoting the album of the same name, with venues ranging from Lexington's to larger outdoor amphitheaters, marking Combs' resilience in delivering live experiences during restrictions. Combs transitioned to stadium-level headlining with the Middle of Somewhere Tour in fall 2022, a 32-date run across the U.S. that supported his Growin' Up album and featured back-to-back nights in cities like , and , with openers such as Jordan Davis and Morgan Wade. This tour bridged his success to larger formats, selling out rapidly and setting the stage for international expansion. The Luke Combs World Tour in 2023 marked his debut as a global stadium headliner, comprising 39 shows across three continents and 16 , from , in March to in October, with nearly all dates—37 out of 39—selling out immediately, including every North American stadium stop. Promoting , the tour grossed over $133 million and drew massive crowds at venues like Melbourne's Marvel Stadium and Dublin's , breaking records for the fastest-selling arena tour in the UK and establishing Combs as a top-grossing act that year. Building on that momentum, the Growin' Up and Gettin' Old Tour in 2024 focused on U.S. stadiums with a unique format of consecutive Friday-Saturday shows in 13 cities, totaling 25 performances and over 1.2 million tickets sold, featuring openers like , , and . Launching April 12-13 at Milwaukee's , the tour shattered attendance records at multiple venues, including the highest single-night crowd of 73,339 and two-night total of 99,671 at Highmark Stadium in Buffalo, while grossing $167 million to rank as one of the year's top tours. Tied to his companion albums Growin' Up and , it emphasized Combs' evolution to large-scale productions. In October 2025, Combs announced the My Kinda Saturday Night Tour for 2026, an international extension playing stadiums in and starting March 21 at ' Allegiant , with special guests and others, continuing his pattern of high-demand, record-setting headlining runs.

Festival appearances and specials

Luke Combs began gaining prominence through early festival slots that highlighted his raw energy and connection with audiences. In 2016, he performed at the Carolina Country Music Fest in , delivering a set that included tracks from his debut EP, The Way She Rides, and marking one of his first major outdoor festival appearances. By 2019, Combs took the Mane Stage at in , where he played hits like "Hurricane" and "When It Rains It Pours" to a crowd of over 80,000, solidifying his status as an emerging powerhouse. Combs has become a regular at major festivals, with annual performances at CMA Fest since 2017, where he has consistently drawn large crowds at Nashville's and riverfront stages, often incorporating fan favorites and collaborations. In 2025, he appeared at in , performing a set featuring hits including "Hurricane" and "Where the Wild Things Are," to enthusiastic festival-goers. These episodic festival outings complement his headlining tours by offering high-energy, one-off shows that showcase his vocal depth and crowd interaction in diverse settings. On the televised front, Combs has delivered memorable specials, including co-headlining the Concert for Carolina benefit in 2024 at in , alongside , , and to aid Hurricane Helene relief efforts in ; the event raised over $24 million and featured collaborative performances of classics like "Carolina." He has also performed at the , such as his 2021 rendition of "," blending soulful delivery with orchestral backing. During the 2020 , Combs adapted to virtual formats with livestream specials, including a full band concert from Nashville that streamed to fans worldwide and captured his live prowess through acoustic and full-production segments of songs like "Beer Never Broke My Heart." These recordings, along with select live tracks released digitally, provided a bridge to audiences unable to attend in-person events.

Philanthropy

Hurricane relief efforts

In response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene in in 2024, Luke Combs co-organized the Concert for Carolina with fellow native . Held on October 26, 2024, at in Charlotte, the event featured performances by Combs, Church, , , and other artists, drawing over 82,000 attendees. All proceeds from ticket sales, sponsorships, and merchandise were directed toward relief efforts, ultimately raising $24.5 million to support recovery in the affected Carolina region. Combs committed his share of the funds—approximately half of the total—to key organizations providing immediate and long-term aid, including for emergency response and rebuilding, Manna Food Bank for food distribution after its facility was destroyed, and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest for regional support. During his 2024 performances, including the relief concert itself, Combs made passionate on-stage appeals to highlight the hurricane's impact on his home state and encourage fan contributions to recovery funds. Online merchandise sales from the event continued into late 2024, adding to the relief total. By early 2025, the distributed funds had enabled significant community rebuilding, with assisting nearly 4,300 families through shelter, cleanup, and home repairs in and eastern . Manna Food Bank used its allocation to provide 4.5 million meals—equivalent to 5.4 million pounds of food—to storm-affected residents, while Second Harvest and other partners focused on sustaining and recovery for thousands more households. These efforts emphasized long-term restoration of homes and communities in the hardest-hit areas. In November 2025, Combs collaborated with the on an exclusive merchandise collection, with all net proceeds benefiting charities, including Manna Food Bank and Second Harvest Food Bank of Northwest North Carolina, to support ongoing Hurricane Helene recovery efforts.

Awards for humanitarian work

In February 2025, Luke Combs shared the CRS Artist Humanitarian Award with at the Country Radio Seminar in Nashville, recognizing their collaborative efforts in organizing the Concert for Carolina to support Hurricane Helene relief in . The event, held in October 2024, raised $24.5 million for affected communities through direct donations to organizations such as and local food banks. During the award acceptance, Combs emphasized the importance of community support over personal recognition, highlighting the concert's role in immediate disaster recovery. This accolade underscores Combs' commitment to , particularly in aiding his home state during crises.

Awards and nominations

Major wins

Luke Combs has amassed over 20 major awards by 2025, underscoring his status as one of country music's leading figures through consistent recognition from key industry bodies. His most notable achievements include consecutive wins for Entertainer of the Year at the (CMA) Awards in 2021 and 2022, marking him as the first artist to claim the honor back-to-back since in 2016 and 2017. In 2025, Combs won Entertainer of the Year at the 59th Annual CMA Awards, his third time receiving the honor. In 2019, Combs secured the CMA Song of the Year award for "Beautiful Crazy," a track from his debut album This One's for You that exemplified his songwriting prowess and emotional depth. He has also earned multiple (ACM) honors, including the International Award in 2025 for his worldwide appeal and sold-out international tours. Combs dominated the with wins for Top Country Artist in 2019 and 2020, reflecting his chart-topping success and commercial dominance. At the , he claimed Country Artist of the Year annually from 2019 to 2022, further cementing his fan-driven popularity.

Notable nominations

Luke Combs has received several Grammy Award nominations, highlighting his prominence in country music, though he has yet to secure a win in these categories. In 2019, he was nominated for Best New Artist at the 61st Annual Grammy Awards. For the 64th Annual Grammy Awards in 2022, Combs earned a nomination in Best Country Solo Performance for his track "Forever After All" from the deluxe edition of What You See Is What You Get. In 2023, at the 65th Annual Grammy Awards, he received three nominations: Best Country Album for Growin' Up, Best Country Song for "Doin' This," and Best Country Duo/Group Performance for "Outrunnin' Your Memory" with Miranda Lambert. The following year, for the 66th Annual Grammy Awards, Combs was nominated for Best Country Solo Performance for his cover of "Fast Car." Most recently, in 2025 for the 67th Annual Grammy Awards, he garnered a nomination in Best Song Written for Visual Media for "Ain't No Love in Oklahoma" from the Twisters soundtrack. At the (CMA) Awards, Combs has been recognized for his overall impact and specific works, with notable instances where he fell short of victory. In 2023, for the 57th Annual CMA Awards, he was nominated for Entertainer of the Year but lost to . He has also received multiple nominations in Song of the Year and Music Video of the Year categories over the years, including for tracks like "Beer Never Broke My Heart" in 2019 and "Does to Me" featuring in 2020. The (ACM) Awards have similarly acknowledged Combs' artistry through key nominations. For Entertainer of the Year, Combs earned nods in 2024 for the 59th Annual ACM Awards and in 2025 for the 60th Annual ACM Awards, both of which were awarded to . Internationally, Combs has been honored by the in . In 2024, for the 53rd Annual , his album was nominated for International Album of the Year. By 2025, Combs had amassed over 50 award nominations across major industry ceremonies, underscoring his widespread recognition.

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