Toby Keith, born July 8, 1961, gained prominence as an American country singer and songwriter known for his patriotic themes and blend of traditional and modern country sounds.
In 1993, Keith released his debut album, Toby Keith, with Mercury Records. The album’s first track, "Should’ve Been a Cowboy," topped the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart for two weeks, establishing Keith as a promising voice in country music. Other top 10 hits from the album include "He Ain’t Worth Missing," "A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action," and "Wish I Didn’t Know Now." The album was certified platinum after selling one million copies.
After a few disappointing releases, Keith made a comeback in 1999 with How Do You Like Me Now?!, whose title track was number one for five weeks. With Unleashed in 2002, Keith achieved massive stardom, featuring hits such as "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue (The Angry American)".