Dear Country Artists, Fans, and the Beloved Country Music Family:
As I sit down and write from the depths of my heart, I am overcome with gratitude, reflection, and admiration for each and every one of you who has contributed to my path. This letter is more than just a thank you; it’s a testament to the journey we’ve taken together, one lined with tunes, memories, heartaches, and hope.
When I first took up a guitar and composed my first line, I had no idea the possibilities that music would open. I didn’t come from privilege or the spotlight; I came from dreams, dusty roads, and a notion that songs might unite people. And you—this amazing community—made that belief a reality.
To my fellow country artists, both legends and beginners, you have inspired me beyond words. You’ve welcomed me into a family founded on narrative and sincerity, where every lyric is meaningful and every performance is a piece of your soul shared with the world. I’ve seen you pour your emotions out on stages huge and little, and it’s inspired me to rise, evolve, and keep my craft honest. Thank you for your kinship and the things you’ve taught me—both verbal and unspoken.
Thank you to my entire team—producers, writers, engineers, managers, and everyone else who contributed to the creation of a Jay Webb album—for believing in the voice, vision, and country spirit that drove it all. You worked behind the scenes, but your impact was felt throughout the process. I’ll never forget the studio sessions in which we transformed emotions into anthems and fantasies into radio waves.
To the fans, you are the driving force behind everything. Thank you, from the first show in a small-town bar to venues where thousands chanted along to lyrics I once scrawled on a notepad. You’ve carried me through everything. You’ve streamed the songs, purchased tickets, shared the music, and pulled me up when I didn’t have the strength to do so myself. Every signature I’ve signed, every photo we’ve taken, every tear you’ve shed alongside me—I remember them all. You’ve encouraged me to keep creating, singing, and dreaming.
To the whole country music community—radio stations, award shows, venues, festivals, critics, bloggers, and devoted fans throughout the world—you’ve given me a platform to grow and be heard. You’ve celebrated your victories while also acknowledging your struggles. You’ve created an environment in which a youngster from poor beginnings can become a part of something far greater than himself.
As I look ahead—whether to new albums, tours, or horizons—I do so on the foundation you all helped lay. Country music is more than just a genre for me; it’s a family, a calling, and a way of life. And I am immensely grateful to be a part of it.
With my whole heart,
Jay Webb
Still riding, still singing, and still yours.