Fan mail address
Trace Adkins
Verge Records International, Inc.
611 Commerce Street
Suite 3109
Nashville, TN 37203-3706
USA
Address information
Verge Records International, Inc.
(Record Label)
611 Commerce Street
Suite 3109
Nashville, TN 37203-3706
USA
Trace Adkins, born Tracy Darrell Adkins on January 13, 1962, in Sarepta, Louisiana, is a renowned American country music singer and actor. Known for his deep, resonant baritone voice and distinctively Southern style, Adkins has built a career characterized by numerous chart-topping hits, a dedicated fan base, and a presence that extends into film, television, and philanthropic efforts. Over the decades, he’s become a celebrated figure in country music, known for hits such as “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk,” “You’re Gonna Miss This,” and “Every Light in the House,” with a career that continues to thrive.
Growing up in a small, rural town, Adkins was exposed to country music and Southern rock from an early age. His father worked in an oil refinery, while his mother was deeply involved in their church, where Adkins first discovered his passion for singing. He played football in high school and developed an early love for music, which led him to join a gospel music group. After high school, Adkins attended Louisiana Tech University, where he played football as an offensive lineman but left before completing his degree to pursue a music career.
Adkins’ music journey wasn’t a direct path, as he worked in various blue-collar jobs to make ends meet, including as a roughneck on an oil rig. During this time, he had a nearly fatal accident when a tank exploded, seriously injuring him. This experience shaped his resilient character and inspired him to continue chasing his dream of becoming a musician.
