Cody Johnson is an American country music singer known for his contemporary and neo-traditionalist country style. Born Cody Daniel Johnson on May 21, 1987, in Sebastopol, Texas, he began playing music at age 12 and also pursued professional bull riding before focusing full-time on his music career. He self-released six albums before signing with a major label, with notable albums including Gotta Be Me , Ain't Nothin' to It (2019), and Human: The Double Album (2021). His song "'Til You Can't" won two Country Music Association Awards in 2022, and his album Leather won CMA Album of the Year in 2024
. Johnson has a strong connection to rodeo culture and has performed multiple times at the Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo (RODEOHOUSTON), including a special full-length concert scheduled to close the 2026 event on March 22. This concert-only event marks him as only the second entertainer to have such an honor, following George Strait. Johnson also recorded RODEOHOUSTON’s official anthem, "Welcome to the Show," and is celebrated for his electrifying live performances and loyal fan base
. In addition to his music career, Johnson's background includes bull riding and working alongside his father in the local prison system before fully committing to music at age 19. He is recognized for his authentic country sound, influenced by artists like George Strait and Willie Nelson
