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Stephen Kyle Holy (born February 23, 1972) is an American country music singer. Signed to Curb Records since 1999, he has released three studio albums: 2000's Blue Moon, 2006's Brand New Girlfriend, and 2011's Love Don't Run. Fifteen of his singles have entered the Billboard Hot Country Songs charts, including the Number One hits "Good Morning Beautiful" (which was featured in the movie Angel Eyes) and "Brand New Girlfriend".
Career
[edit]Early life
[edit]Steve was born February 23, 1972, in Dallas, Texas, as the youngest of eight children.[1] He entered a local competition called the Mesquite Opry at age 19. While there, he caught the attention of Wilbur Rimes, the father of country singer LeAnn Rimes. By 1999, Holy was signed to Curb Records. His musical influences include Elvis Presley, Roy Orbison and Lionel Richie.
1999-2002: Blue Moon
[edit]His first single for the label, Don't Make Me Beg, peaked at No. 29 on the Billboard country charts in 2000. By October of that year, Holy's debut album, Blue Moon, was released.[1] Its second and third singles, which were the title track and "The Hunger", respectively, both reached No. 24 on the country charts.[2]
Late in 2001, Holy reached Number One for the first time with "Good Morning Beautiful,"[3] a selection from the soundtrack to the film Angel Eyes. This song spent five weeks at Number One on the country charts and reached No. 29 on the Billboard Hot 100.[3] Blue Moon eventually went Gold nine years after its release in February 2009.
2002–2010: Non-album singles and Brand New Girlfriend
[edit]Holy released his fifth single, "I'm Not Breakin'," in late 2002. This song peaked at No. 27 on the country music charts.[3] This was followed by four more singles over the next two years: "Rock-a-Bye Heart" at No. 37 in 2003, "Put Your Best Dress On" at No. 26 in 2004, "Go Home" and "It's My Time (Waste It If I Want To)" at No. 49 and No. 59, respectively, in 2005.[3] None of these five singles were included on a studio album.[2]
In 2005, Holy released "Brand New Girlfriend," co-written by Jeffrey Steele, Shane Minor and Bart Allmand. This song became Holy's second and to date final Number One on the country charts, and his first since “Good Morning Beautiful” in 2002, reaching the top of the charts in its 36th week and setting a record for the slowest climb to Number One on that chart since the inception of Nielsen SoundScan in 1990.[4] (This record was broken one year later by Tracy Lawrence, whose "Find Out Who Your Friends Are" reached Number One in its forty-first chart week.) "Brand New Girlfriend" was the lead-off single to Holy's second studio album, also entitled Brand New Girlfriend. This album also produced the lesser Top 40 country hits "Come On Rain" and "Men Buy the Drinks (Girls Call the Shots)" at No. 35 and No. 38.[3] Also included on the album were a cover version of Hank Williams, Jr.'s "All for the Love of Sunshine" and a song co-written by United States Senator Orrin Hatch.[2]
A thirteenth single, "Might Have Been", was released in mid-2008 and on the chart week of December 27, 2008, debuted at No. 60 on the Hot Country Songs chart.
2011–present: Love Don't Run
[edit]In February 2011 Holy released "Love Don't Run". The song became his first Top 20 hit on the country charts since "Brand New Girlfriend" in 2006. Holy's third studio album, also entitled Love Don't Run, was released on September 13, 2011. In 2012, Holy released "Radio Up" written by Ben Glover and Bruce Wallace. In 2013, he parted ways with Curb Records.
Discography
[edit]Studio albums
[edit]| Title | Album details | Peak chart positions | Certifications (sales threshold) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Country [5] |
US [6] |
US Heat | |||
| Blue Moon |
|
7 | 63 | 1 | |
| Brand New Girlfriend |
|
2 | 19 | — | |
| Love Don't Run |
|
30 | 135 | — | |
| A Christmas to Remember[8] |
|
— | — | — | |
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart | |||||
Compilation albums
[edit]| Title | Album details |
|---|---|
| Best of Steve Holy |
|
Singles
[edit]| Year | Single | Peak chart positions | Certifications (sales threshold) |
Album | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| US Country [9] |
US Country Airplay [10] |
US [11] |
US Pop |
CAN Country [12][13] | ||||
| 1999 | "Don't Make Me Beg" | 29 | — | — | — | 36 | Blue Moon | |
| 2000 | "Blue Moon" | 24 | — | —A | — | 47 | ||
| 2001 | "The Hunger" | 24 | — | — | — | * | ||
| "Good Morning Beautiful" | 1 | — | 29 | — | * | |||
| 2002 | "I'm Not Breakin'" | 27 | — | — | — | * | N/a | |
| 2003 | "Rock-a-Bye Heart" | 37 | — | — | — | * | ||
| 2004 | "Put Your Best Dress On" | 26 | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2005 | "Go Home" | 49 | — | — | — | — | ||
| "It's My Time (Waste It If I Want To)" | 59 | — | — | — | — | |||
| 2006 | "Brand New Girlfriend" | 1 | — | 40 | 60 | 6 | Brand New Girlfriend | |
| "Come On Rain" | 35 | — | — | — | — | |||
| 2007 | "Men Buy the Drinks (Girls Call the Shots)" | 38 | — | — | — | — | ||
| 2008 | "Might Have Been" | 56 | — | — | — | — | N/a | |
| 2009 | "Baby Don't Go" | — | — | — | — | — | Brand New Girlfriend | |
| 2011 | "Love Don't Run" | 19 | — | 78 | — | — | Love Don't Run | |
| "Until the Rain Stops" | 57 | — | — | — | — | |||
| 2012 | "Hauled Off and Kissed Me" | 55 | 55 | — | — | — | ||
| 2013 | "Radio Up" | — | — | — | — | — | Best of Steve Holy | |
| "—" denotes releases that did not chart * denotes unknown peak positions | ||||||||
- A"Blue Moon" did not enter the Hot 100, but peaked at number 20 on Bubbling Under Hot 100 Singles.[3]
Music videos
[edit]| Year | Video | Director |
|---|---|---|
| 1999 | "Don't Make Me Beg" | Sherman Halsey |
| 2000 | "Blue Moon" | |
| "The Hunger" | chris rogers [sic] | |
| 2001 | "Good Morning Beautiful" | David Abbott[16] |
| 2003 | "Rock-a-Bye Heart" | |
| 2004 | "Put Your Best Dress On" | Deaton Flanigen |
| 2006 | "Brand New Girlfriend" | Eric Welch |
| 2011 | "Love Don't Run" |
References
[edit]- ^ a b Johnson, Zac. "Steve Holy biography". Allmusic. Retrieved 2008-06-29.
- ^ a b c Morris, Edward (25 August 2006). "Holy resurfaces with "Brand New Girlfriend"". CMT. Archived from the original on September 27, 2009. Retrieved 13 April 2010.
- ^ a b c d e f Whitburn, Joel (2008). Hot Country Songs 1944 to 2008. Record Research, Inc. p. 192. ISBN 978-0-89820-177-2.
- ^ Chart Beat
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Country Albums". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved December 11, 2010.
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Billboard 200". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved December 11, 2010.
- ^ "American album certifications – Steve Holy – Blue Moon". Recording Industry Association of America.
- ^ "Steve Holy - A Christmas to Remember". Apple Music. Retrieved November 30, 2021.
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Country Songs". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved December 11, 2010.
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Country Airplay". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved November 8, 2012.
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Hot 100". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved December 11, 2010.
- ^ "Results - RPM - Library and Archives Canada - Country Singles". RPM. Retrieved December 11, 2010.
- ^ "Steve Holy Album & Song Chart History - Canada Country". Billboard. Prometheus Global Media. Retrieved November 8, 2012.
- ^ "American single certifications – Steve Holy – Good Morning Beautiful". Recording Industry Association of America.
- ^ "American single certifications – Steve Holy – Brand New Girlfriend". Recording Industry Association of America.
- ^ "CMT : Videos : Steve Holy : Good Morning Beautiful". Country Music Television. Archived from the original on October 23, 2012. Retrieved July 11, 2011.
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Early years
Childhood and family background
Stephen Kyle Holy was born on February 23, 1972, in Dallas, Texas.[9] He grew up as the youngest of eight children in a Catholic family, consisting of five sisters and two brothers.[1] Holy was raised in a household shaped by his family's involvement in the construction industry, where his grandfather had invented the first machine for drilling house foundations in 1930, leading to a successful business.[1] The family dynamic emphasized hard work and sports for the boys, with self-expression through music initially discouraged; Holy has recalled that singing was viewed as unmasculine, describing the home environment as one where boys were expected to "work and play sports" rather than pursue artistic interests.[1] He has jokingly referred to his family as comprising "five girls and three employees," highlighting the boys' role in supporting the household.[1] Holy's early exposure to music came through school performances, where he entertained classmates by imitating celebrities such as Conway Twitty.[10] These experiences marked the beginning of his interest in performing, which would later evolve during his adolescence.[9]Musical influences and beginnings
Steve Holy's musical influences were rooted in classic performers whose emotive styles shaped his vocal delivery and affinity for heartfelt ballads. He drew particular inspiration from Elvis Presley and Roy Orbison for their dynamic phrasing and emotional depth, as well as Lionel Richie for his soulful crossover appeal, which informed Holy's blend of country and R&B elements in his singing.[1][11] Holy's early forays into performing began in grade school, where he entertained classmates with imitations of country legend Conway Twitty, honing his mimicry skills and discovering his vocal talent as a means of connection. By his teenage years, this playful start evolved into more serious pursuits, despite a family background that rarely encouraged open emotional expression. At age 19, he entered the Mesquite Opry, a local talent showcase in Texas, which provided his first taste of semi-professional performance and audience engagement in a country music setting.[1][6] Following his Opry experience, Holy developed his craft through local gigs, including a stint at the Johnnie High Country Music Revue in Arlington, Texas, where he performed regularly and refined his country style amid competitive surroundings. These performances, often on weekends, allowed him to build confidence and a repertoire before transitioning to broader opportunities beyond his Dallas roots.[1][11]Career
1999–2002: Debut and Blue Moon
In 1999, Steve Holy signed with Curb Records after relocating to Nashville to pursue a music career, encouraged by connections with LeAnn Rimes and her father, Wilbur Rimes, who helped facilitate his entry into the industry.[12][1] His debut single, "Don't Make Me Beg," was released later that year and marked his first entry on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, where it peaked at No. 29.[13][14] Holy's debut album, Blue Moon, arrived on October 10, 2000, under Curb Records and was primarily produced by Wilbur C. Rimes.[15][16] The project featured a mix of uptempo tracks and ballads, including the mid-tempo single "The Hunger," which became one of its early hits by reaching No. 24 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.[17] Follow-up singles like the title track "Blue Moon" also charted at No. 24, building momentum for the album's romantic lead single.[13] The breakthrough came with "Good Morning Beautiful," released in July 2001, which captured widespread radio attention for its heartfelt lyrics and Holy's smooth vocal delivery.[18] The track climbed to No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart on February 2, 2002, marking Holy's first chart-topper and solidifying his presence in country music.[19] Despite its slow initial build, the song's popularity contributed to the album's enduring success, leading to Blue Moon receiving RIAA Gold certification on February 24, 2009, for shipments exceeding 500,000 units.[20]2003–2010: Non-album singles and Brand New Girlfriend
Following the success of his debut album Blue Moon, Steve Holy issued a series of non-album singles between 2003 and 2005 to maintain momentum on country radio.[21] These included "Rock-a-Bye Heart," which peaked at No. 37 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart in 2003, and "Put Your Best Dress On," reaching No. 26 in 2004.[21] Additional releases like "Go Home" followed in 2005, charting at No. 49 and underscoring Holy's strategy of steady single output during this transitional period.[21] In 2006, Holy returned with his second studio album, Brand New Girlfriend, released on August 8 via Curb Records and produced by Lee Thomas Miller.[22] The title track, co-written by Jeffrey Steele, Shane Minor, and Bart Allmand, marked Holy's second No. 1 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart, following "Good Morning Beautiful" in 2002.[23] Notably, it set a record for the slowest climb to the top, taking 36 weeks to reach No. 1—a testament to its gradual build through airplay and fan support.[24] Subsequent singles from the album included "Come On Rain," which peaked at No. 35 in late 2006, and "Men Buy the Drinks (Girls Call the Shots)," reaching No. 38 in 2007.[21] These tracks highlighted Holy's blend of upbeat anthems and relational themes, contributing to the album's moderate commercial performance. In 2008, Holy released the non-album single "Might Have Been," which charted at No. 56.[21] Throughout this era, Holy toured extensively across the U.S., including appearances at major festivals like Country Concert in 2003 and 2007, to promote his releases and connect with fans.[25] These efforts helped solidify his presence in the country music scene despite irregular album cycles.2011–2013: Love Don't Run and label departure
In 2011, Steve Holy released his third studio album, Love Don't Run, on September 13 through Curb Records. The project was produced by Lee Miller, who had previously collaborated with Holy on his 2006 album Brand New Girlfriend.[26][27] The title track served as the lead single, released in January 2011, and peaked at No. 19 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.[5] A second single, "Hauled Off and Kissed Me," followed in August 2012 and reached No. 55 on the Hot Country Songs chart.[28] The album continued Holy's ballad-focused style, emphasizing romantic themes in tracks like the title cut and "Dance Dance Dance," though critics noted a lack of emotional depth in some performances.[29] Overall, it garnered moderate reviews for its heartfelt lyrics but achieved lower chart success than Holy's earlier releases, such as the No. 1 hit "Brand New Girlfriend."[29] In 2013, Holy parted ways with Curb Records.2014–present: Hiatus, independent releases, and recent activities
Following his departure from Curb Records, Steve Holy entered an extended hiatus beginning in 2014, prioritizing family and stepping away from the music industry spotlight, with no major original releases for the next several years.[6] Holy broke the silence in 2021 with his first independent project, the holiday album A Christmas to Remember, released on October 22 via Thrill Hill Records.[8] The 10-track collection features classic Christmas covers alongside an original title track, marking his return after nearly eight years without new music.[30] In the years following, Holy has engaged in limited professional activities, focusing on selective independent endeavors and occasional live performances rather than extensive promotion or recording. As of November 2025, no new studio album has been announced, and no full-scale touring schedule has been revealed for the year.[31]Personal life
Marriage and family
Steve Holy is married and is the father of two daughters, Ava and Ella.[6][30] Holy maintains a private family life, seldom disclosing personal details publicly.[7] He occasionally draws on family-oriented themes in his music, such as featuring his daughters' vocals on tracks like "If Every Day Was Like Christmas" from his 2021 holiday album.[30] As of 2025, Holy resides in Tennessee with his family.[32]Career hiatus for family priorities
Following the release of his 2011 album Love Don't Run, Steve Holy took a deliberate hiatus from his music career to prioritize his role as a father to his young daughters, Ava and Ella.[6] He stepped back from recording and extensive touring during this period, which lasted approximately a decade, to be actively present during their formative years.[7] In a 2022 interview, it was reported that in order to be an active part of their lives during their pivotal years, Holy decided to step away from his love of music in order to do something he loved even more, which was to be a dad.[7] Holy has described the break as a choice to focus on family over professional demands, allowing him to devote time to watching his daughters grow into young women.[6] This decision came amid his rising success in country music, but he emphasized that fatherhood took precedence, stating that being there for his children provided a deeper sense of fulfillment than his career at that stage.[7] Holy returned to music selectively in 2021 with the independent release of his Christmas album A Christmas to Remember, marking his re-entry on his own terms while continuing to balance family commitments.[6] By then, his daughters had become supportive of his work, acting as his biggest cheerleaders and encouraging further projects, which he noted made returning feel like he’s home again.[7] The album's title track, centered on spending time with loved ones, reflected a family-oriented perspective shaped by his hiatus.[33]Discography
Studio albums
Steve Holy has released four studio albums throughout his career, primarily under Curb Records before transitioning to independent releases. His debut album marked his entry into the country music scene with a blend of traditional and contemporary sounds, while subsequent projects showcased evolving production styles and thematic focuses. Blue Moon, Holy's debut studio album, was released on October 10, 2000, by Curb Records. Produced by Wilbur C. Rimes, the album features 12 tracks emphasizing heartfelt ballads and uptempo country tunes. It achieved significant longevity on the charts, peaking at No. 7 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and spending 56 weeks on the tally. The album was certified Gold by the RIAA on February 24, 2009, for shipments of 500,000 copies. Brand New Girlfriend, his second studio album, followed on August 8, 2006, also via Curb Records. Produced by Lee Thomas Miller, it includes 11 original songs highlighting Holy's baritone vocals in romantic and narrative-driven country contexts. The project performed strongly, reaching No. 2 on the Billboard Top Country Albums chart with 26 weeks on the list. Love Don't Run, Holy's third studio album, arrived on September 13, 2011, under Curb Records. Once again produced by Lee Thomas Miller, the 11-track collection explores themes of perseverance and relationships through mid-tempo country arrangements. It entered the Billboard Top Country Albums chart at No. 30, maintaining a presence for 7 weeks. In 2021, Holy released A Christmas to Remember on October 22 via the independent label Thrill Hill Records. This holiday-themed album comprises 10 seasonal tracks, including classics like "Let It Snow" and originals, offering a festive collection tailored for the yuletide season.Singles
Steve Holy charted fifteen singles on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart between 1999 and 2012.[21] These releases spanned his debut album Blue Moon (2000), non-album singles during a period of label activity, the album Brand New Girlfriend (2006), and his final major label effort Love Don't Run (2011).[21] His chart success was driven primarily by two No. 1 hits, which marked his peak commercial achievements, while other singles provided steady radio presence but varied in performance.[2] Holy's debut single, "Don't Make Me Beg," released in 1999, peaked at No. 29 on the Hot Country Songs chart, introducing his traditional country sound to audiences.[34] Follow-up singles from Blue Moon, such as "Blue Moon" and "The Hunger," both reached No. 24 in 2000, establishing a foundation for his career.[21] In the early 2000s, non-album tracks like "I'm Not Breakin'" (No. 27, 2002) and "Rock-a-Bye Heart" (No. 37, 2003) maintained visibility amid a transitional phase.[21] The fourth single from Blue Moon, "Good Morning Beautiful," became Holy's breakthrough, topping the Hot Country Songs chart for five weeks starting January 25, 2002.[35] Written by Todd Cerney and Zack Lyle, the romantic ballad was featured in the Dr Pepper commercial "Be You," boosting its airplay and marking Holy's first major hit.[35] After several mid-charting releases, including "Put Your Best Dress On" (No. 26, 2004) and "Come On Rain" (No. 35, 2006), Holy returned to the top with the title track from Brand New Girlfriend.[21] This upbeat single reached No. 1 in 2006 after a record 36-week climb—the longest such ascent in the chart's history at the time—holding the position for one week.[36] Holy's final charting singles came from Love Don't Run, with the title track peaking at No. 19 in 2011, his highest placement since "Brand New Girlfriend."[21] Follow-ups like "Until the Rain Stops" (No. 57, 2012) rounded out his major label output.[21] Subsequent independent releases after 2012 did not enter the Hot Country Songs chart.| Single Title | Year | Peak Position (Hot Country Songs) | Notable Achievement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Don't Make Me Beg | 1999 | 29 | Debut single |
| Good Morning Beautiful | 2001 | 1 (5 weeks) | Featured in Dr Pepper ad; first No. 1 |
| Brand New Girlfriend | 2006 | 1 (1 week) | 36-week climb to No. 1 |
| Love Don't Run | 2011 | 19 | Highest post-2006 peak |