Cody Johnson is far from an overnight success story, at least outside of his home state. The prison guard turned performer spent years building his career in Texas, where he was born and still lives today. He could have continued making a decent living in the Lone Star State, but he wanted a bigger, more substantial career, one that…
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Brandon Lake and Cody Johnson‘s “When A Cowboy Prays” is out! Lake first released his own version of the song in September. “Y’all broke the internet asking for this collab,” Lake says of the new duet. When announcing the song, Lake said, “When a song you love finds the right voice. COJO brought something truly special to ‘When a…
Cody Johnson is able to buy himself, his wife Brandi, and their three children almost anything they want now, thanks to his successful career. But Johnson’s favorite Christmas happened years ago, when he couldn’t afford to buy anything, yet remembers it being one of his favorite holidays. “My wife and I got married in early December,” Johnson shares. “And…
When Cody Johnson released “Travelin’ Soldier,” his single “The Fall” was making its way up the charts. Johnson was also taking time off, after having ear surgery, and had just welcomed his third child, and first son, with his wife, Brandi. In other words, Johnson had every reason to not record “Travelin’ Soldier.” But he chose to, for one…
Cody Johnson is opening up about his latest single, “The Fall.” Written by Bobby Pinson, Jeremy Stover and Ray Fulcher, the song is on his Leather Deluxe Edition album. “I was in the mode of cutting an album, and saying, ‘This is what I want people to hear,’” Johnson says. “I want people to know that the ride is worth…
Cody Johnson is giving a new update after suffering a ruptured eardrum. Johnson canceled the remainder of his 2025 tour dates to have emergency surgery. And while the operation was a success, the recovery has been a bit grueling. “Everything kind of sounds a little funny right now,” Johnson tells Taste of Country. “It has pissed me off, for…
Cody Johnson is the reigning CMA Awards Male Vocalist of the Year. Johnson, who was nominated for a total of four CMA Awards, won one trophy, for Male Vocalist of the Year. The win is his first in the category, beating out Chris Stapleton, Morgan Wallen, Luke Combs, and Zach Top. Johnson was also nominated for Male Vocalist of…
Cody Johnson has received a total of 15 CMA Awards nominations, including four heading into tonight’s ceremony. Johnson was nominated for Musical Event of the Year and Music Video of the Year, both for his “I’m Gonna Love You” collaboration with Carrie Underwood. Post Malone and Blake Shelton already won the trophy for Musical Event of the Year, for…
Cody Johnson recently went public with the news that his son, Jaycee Daniel, was born on October 21. Johnson waited until he was on Country Countdown USA to speak about his baby boy, choosing to keep the news private for as long as possible. Johnson shares Jaycee with his wife, Brandi. The two are also parents to daughters Clara…
Cody Johnson is a father of three! The 38-year-old announces his wife, Brandi, gave birth to Jaycee Daniel Johnson on October 21, waiting until now to share the good news. Johnson reportedly dropped the news while on an upcoming episode of Country Countdown USA. The news was confirmed by Johnson’s record label. Jaycee joins big sisters Clara and Cori,…
