Kacey Musgraves
Singer-songwriter, Grammy Award winner
Born
August 21st, 1988
36 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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A prominent singer-songwriter and guitarist, this artist gained recognition for contributions to country music, debuting with the album 'Same Trailer Different Park' in 2013. The album received critical acclaim and commercial success, featuring hit singles such as 'Merry Go 'Round.' Subsequent albums, including 'Pageant Material' and 'Golden Hour,' further established a distinctive sound that blends traditional country with contemporary influences. 'Golden Hour' earned widespread praise, securing multiple Grammy Awards, including Album of the Year in 2019. The artist's songwriting often explores themes of love, identity, and self-acceptance.
Released the Grammy Award-winning album 'Golden Hour'
Debuted with the acclaimed album 'Same Trailer Different Park'
Had hit singles such as 'Merry Go 'Round' and 'Butterflies'
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