The country music world lost an all-time legend on February 5. After a long battle with cancer that started in 2021, Toby Keith passed away. Leaving this world at the age of 62, Keith was surrounded by family and loved ones when it happened.
For those who don’t know, Keith made an unforgettable impact on country music.
He was known for his patriotic songs “Beer for My Horses,” “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue,” and “American Soldier.” Additionally, Pandora gave him the “Billionaire Award” in recognition of his older songs from his early career. Some of his early songs include “Who’s That Man,” “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and “You Shouldn’t Kiss Me Like This.” Other fun songs Keith wrote in his career include “Red Solo Cup, “Weed with Willie”, “Who’s Your Daddy” and “I Love This Bar”. The singer also did compilations with Willie Nelson, Jimmy Buffet, Krystal, and more.
In his personal life, Keith met his wife, Tricia Lucus, at a bar when he was 20. They married in 1984 and raised three kids. Krystal, Keith’s oldest biological daughter, followed in her father’s footsteps and became a musician and did a compilation with her father.
At the time of his death, Keith resided in his home state, Oklahoma, and remained there aside from tours and shows in Vegas. The singer also performed for presidents including, Obama, Bush, and Trump. Regardless of political affiliation, Keith always supported American troops fighting overseas.
Toby Keith made an unforgettable impact on many people’s lives.
As hard as it is to lose an iconic figure in the world to any disease, we will always have countless memories to remember them by. As an artist, Keith has hundreds of songs that will forever remain in the hearts of those who miss and adore him. Rest in peace, Toby Keith, and raise a red solo cup with Jimmy Buffet for us. We’ll see you again someday.
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