CHRIS YOUNG COUNTS DOWN TO HIS 10th ALBUM — I DIDN’T COME HERE TO LEAVE — AVAILABLE NOW

Mary Ann
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I Didn’t Come Here To Leave, the tenth album from multi-platinum artist Chris Young, marks the start of a new chapter for the global entertainer. With the release of his tenth album, and first with Black River Entertainment, Young has “cemented himself as one of the genre’s most recognizable talents” (Country Now). Friday’s album release also coincides with the 8th anniversary of Young’s induction into the exclusive membership of the Grand Ole Opry.

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Now, after a million miles of highway and countless milestones — the prolific hitmaker boasts 14 No. 1 singles and 9 Billion+ streams, membership in the Opry, along with numerous CMT Awards and ACM, AMA, CMA and GRAMMY nominations to his credit, writing and co-producing much of the work behind his 54 RIAA certifications — Young’s bold tenth album proves he isn’t going anywhere, and is still going all in. The weeks ahead will have the superstar making appearances from coast-to-coast:

Friday, October 17: I Didn’t Come Here To Leave releases on the 8th anniversary of Young’s Opry induction. “Boots On The Ground” music video will be featured on Paramount’s Times Square Billboard.

Saturday, October 18: Headlines “Boots In The Park” (Tucson, AZ). Find tickets HERE.

Tuesday, October 21: Tune in as Young performs “Boots On The Ground” during Live with Kelly & Mark. Find local listings HERE.

Wednesday, October 22: Tune in as Young performs the lead single, “Til The Last One Dies” during Fox & Friends (Fox News).

Praised as “one of the genre’s most beloved performers,” (Men’s Journal) each of the 14 songs on Young’s upcoming album, I Didn’t Come Here To Leave, captures another essential element of a country life, expressed through equal measures of good-timing energy, and graceful grit. Young first teased the new project with the “romantic, wedding-worthy” (iHeartCountry) lead single, “Til The Last One Dies” currently rising on the country radio and streaming charts.

“I genuinely think this is one of my favorite things I’ve ever made,” shares Young. “That’s not just talk—I’m really proud of this album. Even if it doesn’t land with everyone, I know what it means to me. But honestly, I do think people are going to feel it. It’s that special.”

TRACK LISTING: Chris Young — I Didn’t Come Here To Leave:

Produced by Chris Young and Andy Sheridan

Some Around Here (Chris Young/Chris DeStefano/Jason Duke/Josh Hoge)
I Didn’t Come Here To Leave (Chris Young/Kyle Fishman/Dallas Davidson)
Good As Yours (Chris Young/Jonathan Smith/Jordan Walker/Trannie Anderson)
I Hope It’s Okay (Chris Young/Dave Fenley/Davis Forney/Austin Machado)
I Feel A Cold One Coming On (Chris Young/Tyler Reeve/Trent Tomlinson/Josh Gleave)
Til The Last One Dies (Ben Hayslip/Seth Mosley/Jordan Walker)
Pour Some Whiskey On It (Chris Young/Jessie Jo Dillon/Steven Lee Olsen/Jimmy Robbins)
Boots On The Ground (Chris Young/Chris DeStefano/Jason Duke/Josh Hoge)
Tin Roof (Ty Graham/Adam Wood/ Trenton Michael Fisher)
Dirt And Daisies (Chris Young/Casey Brown/Deric Ruttan/Parker Welling)
Just Keep Living (Chris Young/Chris DeStefano/Jason Duke/Josh Hoge)
Jesus, Momma, Country Radio (Chris Young/Chris DeStefano/Taylor Phillips/Josh Phillips)
What Would You Take (Doug Johnson/Steve Diamond)
Brake Lights (Chris Young/ Hillary Lindsey/Ty Graham/Jesse Frasure)

Next month, Young will launch his first-ever holiday tour – “It Must Be Christmas – An Acoustic Evening with Chris Young.” The intimate shows will feature Young performing a mix of holiday songs and fan-favorite hits. Tickets for the 15-date headlining shows with special guest MaRynn Taylor are on sale now at chrisyoungcountry.com/tour.

ABOUT CHRIS YOUNG:

One of Billboard’s top country artists of the decade, the prolific hitmaker boasts 14 No. 1 singles and 9 Billion+ streams; an unbroken streak of success built on songs that balance country roots with a modern edge—and connect through real feeling. A member of the historic Grand Ole Opry, global arena headliner, and creative force of nature, the CMT Award winner and ACM, AMA, CMA and GRAMMY nominee has written and co-produced much of the work behind his 54 RIAA certifications, boasting a career which bridges multiple phases of country expression. But in joining Black River Entertainment as his new label home, the seasoned entertainer named “one of his era’s finest traditionalists” by the Associated Press feels refreshed, bringing his much-loved style into the future. His bold tenth album—I Didn't Come Here To Leave—kicks off the Tennessee native’s next act. The record’s 14 fresh songs, including 11 co-writes, mark the start of a new chapter as Young hits a new stride. Re-centering his foundation of timeless romance, while embracing the energy of his legendary live shows (and bringing his deep vocal rumble “back to my baritone roots”), the set represents the most complete cross-section of his creative vision – maybe ever – and the highest level of craftsmanship in Young’s remarkable career. Also co-producing alongside Andy Sheridan (Rascal Flatts, Avery Anna), the star’s keen country instincts take center stage as he ticks off multiple bucket-list boxes. Passionate attention to detail was poured over every syllable of every lyric, and with the old-school recording dynamic found only in a live studio band, the vivid result acts like Young’s career itself – a connecting point between the glory days of country’s past, and the exhilarating ecstasy of a new dawn. “It’s wild to step back and see a really long list of things I’ve gotten to do already. … But I didn’t come here to leave.”

For more information, visit chrisyoungcountry.com and join @ChrisYoungMusic and his more than 7.5 million fans on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook and X.