Daddy, I love you. You’ve been my rock, my biggest supporter, and the first person I’ll always call when life gives me news—especially the kind that brings me to tears. I can’t stop crying right now. Thank you for letting your boy chase this crazy dream, even when it seemed far-fetched. Your belief in me planted the seed that grew into this moment. Every sacrifice you made helped build the foundation of this journey.
To be receiving this honor, surrounded by my best pals in the world, there’s truly no better feeling. We’ve been through so much together, and to share this victory with the ones who stuck by me from the start means more than words can say. I love you guys with all my heart.
To my team and my label—there is no better crew out there. Your guidance, support, and belief have carried me to this incredible point. This is more than a career milestone—it’s a dream come true.
Being nominated for Best New Artist is the biggest honor in music. And to stand alongside this year’s nominees, who I genuinely believe represent the strongest and most talented freshman class in music history, is an unbelievable privilege. Each of them inspires me to work harder and stay true to who I am.
To all you sweet, sweet people reading this—thank you. Thank you for believing in a fat boy from Conyers, Georgia. Your support has changed my life. You pushed me when I doubted myself. You streamed the songs, showed up to the shows, and shared in the journey. I’m here because of you. This moment is ours. And I’ll never forget it.
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