What is Luke Combs's Net Worth?
Luke Combs, a renowned country music singer-songwriter, boasts a net worth of $20 million. He catapulted to stardom with his 2017 debut album, "This One's for You," and followed it with an even bigger success in 2019's "What You See is What You Get." This album not only topped the Billboard 200 but also gained international acclaim. Over his career, Combs has garnered several nominations from prestigious awards like the Grammys, ACMs, and CMAs.
Early Life and Education
Born on March 2, 1990, in Charlotte, North Carolina, Combs is the only child of Rhonda and Chester Combs. At eight, he moved to Asheville with his parents. During his teenage years, he attended A.C. Reynolds High School, where he played football and sang in various vocal groups. Combs went on to study at Appalachian State University in Boone. While in college, he balanced his time between working as a bouncer and performing at local venues. Ultimately, he decided to leave Appalachian State after five years to pursue his passion for music full-time.
First EPs and Single
Combs entered the music scene with his debut EP, "The Way She Rides," in early 2014, followed by "Can I Get an Outlaw" later that year. His third EP, "This One's for You," came out in 2015, leading to his first single, "Hurricane," which made an impressive debut at number 46 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.
Commercial Breakthrough
In 2017, Combs signed with Sony Music Nashville and released his first studio album, "This One's for You." The album featured hits like "Hurricane," "When it Rains it Pours," and "One Number Away," achieving commercial success by reaching number one on the Top Country Albums chart and number five on the Billboard 200. A deluxe version of the album, "This One's for You Too," was released in 2018, featuring new singles "She Got the Best of Me" and "Beautiful Crazy," both of which topped the country charts.
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Further Albums
Luke Combs achieved greater heights with his second album, "What You See is What You Get," in 2019. The album topped the Billboard 200, as well as the charts in Australia and Canada. It featured hits like "Beer Never Broke My Heart," "Even Though I'm Leaving," "Lovin' on You," and "Does to Me," a duet with Eric Church. In 2020, a deluxe version titled "What You See Ain't Always What You Get" was released, featuring the smash hit "Forever After All."
Combs continued his success in 2022 with his third studio album, "Growin' Up," which reached number two on the Billboard 200 and topped the Top Country Albums chart. The album was supported by singles "Doin' This," "The Kind of Love We Make," and "Going, Going, Gone." This album earned a Grammy nomination for Best Country Album. In 2023, Combs released "Gettin' Old," featuring singles like "Growin' Up and Gettin' Old," "Love You Anyway," and a cover of Tracy Chapman's "Fast Car."
Featured Appearances
In addition to his solo work, Combs has made significant featured appearances. In 2019, he collaborated on a new recording of Brooks & Dunn's "Brand New Man" for their album "Reboot," earning a Grammy nomination for Best Country Duo/Group Performance. In 2020, he featured on Jameson Rodgers's "Cold Beer Calling My Name," which climbed to number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100 and number three on the Hot Country Songs chart.
Personal Life
Luke Combs began dating Nicole Hocking in 2016 and got engaged in late 2018. The couple tied the knot in Florida in the summer of 2020. They welcomed their first child, a son named Tex, on Father's Day in 2022. They announced in early 2023 that they are expecting their second son.
