Once writing for singers like Jason Aldean and Lee Brice, Thomas Rhett decided to take the stage himself. And throughout the following years, he charted 20 No. 1 hits that included “Remember You Young” and “Country Again.” It appeared that Rhett’s country music abilities were a family trait as his father was Rhett Akins. Recently, the country singer watched as his dream to perform at Fenway Park came true. And to make it even better, he not only sold out the famed stadium but made history with his song “Die A Happy Man.”
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Taking the stage at Fenway Park for the first time since 2013, Rhett soaked in the atmosphere as Tucker Wetmore, The Castellows, and Teddy Swims opened the concert. With over 35,000 people in attendance, the lights eventually went out as fans cheered for Rhett to perform songs from his latest album, About a Woman.
Truly a special night for Rhett and his career, he struggled to find the words to express his feelings surrounding the performance. “Saturday at Fenway was the craziest thing ever. I have so many great memories in Boston, but I have dreamt about headlining Fenway my entire career. So, standing there with over 35,000 fans dancing and singing back to me will be etched in my brain for the rest of my life…I love you Boston!”
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Thomas Rhett’s “Die A Happy Man” Gains Diamond Status
Although Swims opened for Rhett, the country singer returned to the stage later that night to perform the duet ‘Somethin’ ‘Bout a Woman” alongside Rhett. But even before the first song kicked out on Rhett’s Better in Boots Tour, RIAA Chairman & CEO Mitch Glazier decided to immortalize the special night.
With “Die A Happy Man” selling 10 million units, the song was officially certified Diamond. Celebrating the moment, Glazier gifted Rhett a crystal statuette and plaque. For those who might not know, “Die A Happy Man” became the 15th country music song to ever reach such a status in the music industry.
Crossing milestones, setting records, and selling out arenas, Rhett’s legacy in country music seemed to only get better with each passing year.
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