Gabby Barrett

Country Pop Singer-Songwriter

Gabby Barrett is an American country music singer and songwriter who gained national recognition after competing on the sixteenth season of the television show "American Idol," where she finished in third place. Following her success on the show, Barrett's career took off with the release of her debut single "I Hope" in 2019, which became a massive hit, reaching the top of the country charts and crossing over to mainstream pop success. The song's success paved the way for her debut album, "Goldmine," which was released in June 2020. The album was well-received and broke records for a debut female country artist, achieving the largest opening week streaming sum. Barrett has been praised for her powerful vocals and emotive storytelling through her music, quickly establishing herself as a rising star in the country music scene. She has received nominations for several awards and has won accolades such as the CMT Music Awards' Breakthrough Video of the Year for "I Hope."