Luke Bryan was born on July 17, 1976, in Leesburg, Georgia. He grew up performing in local clubs and moved to Nashville in 2001 to pursue a career in country music. He signed with Capitol Records in 2007 and released his debut album, I’ll Stay Me, later that year. He gained mainstream success with his album, Tailgates & Tanlines, which featured hit singles like “Country Girl (Shake It for Me)” and “I Don’t Want This Night to End.” Bryan has won numerous awards, including Entertainer of the Year at the Country Music Association Awards in 2014 and 2015. He is also a judge on American Idol and has released seven studio albums, with 30 No. 1 hits on the Billboard Country Airplay chart. Bryan is known for his lively concerts and his ability to connect with fans through his music.