Thu Sep 26 13:30:24 UTC 2024: ## Country Music Star Megan Moroney Skyrockets to Fame in Just One Year

Megan Moroney, a 26-year-old country singer-songwriter, has experienced a meteoric rise to fame in the past year, going from performing in small venues to headlining major festivals. Her breakout hit, “Tennessee Orange,” a viral TikTok sensation, catapulted her onto the Billboard Hot 100 and earned her widespread recognition.

Moroney, a Georgia native, has always been passionate about music, but never expected her love for country would turn into a career. After graduating from the University of Georgia with a degree in accounting, she met Chase Rice who encouraged her to write and perform an original song, setting her on the path to music stardom.

Since the release of her debut album “Lucky” in 2022, Moroney’s career has exploded. She has earned numerous awards, including the ACM Award for Best New Female Artist and the CMT Award for Female Breakthrough Video of the Year. This year, she was nominated for three People’s Choice Country Awards and toured with country music icon Kenny Chesney.

Moroney attributes her success to hard work and her authentic songwriting, which draws inspiration from her own personal experiences. She credits her musical influences, including Taylor Swift, Kacey Musgraves, and Miranda Lambert, for shaping her artistry.

Despite the whirlwind of her success, Moroney remains grounded. She is excited about her upcoming headlining tour, “Am I Okay?” which kicks off in Canada next March, but is looking forward to a well-deserved break before then. Moroney’s journey exemplifies the power of talent, hard work, and authentic expression in the music industry.

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