Brett Eldredge is an American singer and songwriter known for his contributions to country music. Born on March 23, 1986, in Paris, Illinois, he was raised by his parents, Christopher Eldredge and Robin Beth Eldredge. Brett developed a passion for performance early on, often singing at local events by the age of 15.
His interest in country music deepened at age 16 after hearing the music of Brooks & Dunn, a highly successful duo in the 1990s known for their chart-topping hits. This early influence would leave a lasting impression on Eldredge, shaping his choice to pursue a career in the genre. Notably, musician Terry Eldredge, a former member of bluegrass band The Grascals, is Brett's cousin and served as another inspiration within the family.
While attending college in Chicago, Eldredge maintained his passion for country music. A visit to Nashville, where he watched his cousin perform, further inspired him to immerse himself in the industry. As a result, he transferred to Middle Tennessee State University to be closer to the heart of the country music scene.
In Nashville, Eldredge began studying the vocal techniques of iconic country artists like Vince Gill and George Jones. Soon, he started writing his own material and performing at songwriter nights across town, honing his skills as both a performer and lyricist.
Eldredge's songwriting talent led to a co-writing credit on Gary Allan’s song from the album Get Off on the Pain. His growing presence in Nashville attracted the attention of producer Byron Gallimore, who signed him to his publishing company. This partnership eventually helped Brett land a recording contract with Atlantic Records in 2010.
That same year, Eldredge released his debut single, “Raymond,” on September 27. The song, inspired by personal experiences and co-written by Eldredge, reached number 23 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart. It was included in his debut studio album, Bring You Back, released in August 2013. His second single, “It Ain’t Gotta Be Love,” peaked at number 46 on the Country Songs chart.
In 2013, Eldredge made his debut performance at the Grand Ole Opry, a significant milestone in any country artist's career. His breakthrough came with the release of his album Bring You Back, which produced several successful singles. Multiple tracks, including “Don’t Ya,” went on to reach number one on the Billboard Country Airplay chart.
He continued building momentum, joining Taylor Swift as an opening act on her 2013 Red Tour, gaining exposure to wider audiences. His third single, “Beat of the Music,” entered the Top 20 on the Country Songs chart, further solidifying his emerging status in the industry.
| Birth Date: | 23 Mar, 1986 |
| Age: | 34 yrs |
| Occupations: | Singer-songwriter Composer |
| Citizenship: | United States of America |
| Birth Place: | Paris |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | American singer |
| Twitter Id: | Bretteldredge |
| Net Worth 2021: | 5 million |
