The judges saw Chayce Beckham as a future star during his initial “American Idol” audition, and he eventually won Season 19. Only one: What’s he up to these days?
Recall that after Beckham’s audition, judges Luke Bryan, Katy Perry, and Lionel Richie all concurred that he was unique. Bryan noted that talent and tales like his were the reason the show was created in the first place, while Richie immediately praised his sincerity. Perry, on the other hand, even said to the native of Apple Valley, “You sound like the heart of America.” Also, she predicted that he would finish in the Top 5 for the season. Well, was she accurate – and then some! Beckham won the season finale, defeating the late Willie Spence, who had finished second. But, the occasion was so amazing for more reasons than only the victory. His unique song, which had never before been performed in the long-running competition, was what ultimately gave him the victory. And if that wasn’t enough, the song “23” reached number one on the charts. What a terrific start to my career, Beckham exclaimed the day after his victory on “Live with Kelly and Ryan.”
Unbelievable beginning, but Beckham’s victory came in 2021. Has he managed to maintain that great momentum, then?
Chayce Beckham dropped his first album less than a year later
The day after winning “American Idol,” Chayce Beckham said in an interview with “Good Morning America” that his long-term objective was to have popularity similar to that of his winning song. He said, “I’m aiming to make country music, travel to Nashville, and hopefully put out an album and, you know, have some more songs on the charts.”
This occurred in May 2021. He realised those dreams eleven months later. Given his prior success, it may not have come as a surprise when his debut album, “Doin’ It Right,” shot to the top of the Apple Music charts when it was published in April 2022.
When discussing the album with People, Beckham admitted that he had some reservations about the kind of music he would be releasing, particularly after Luke Bryan suggested that he try his hand at something more lively. But I also wanted to stay true to myself and the country music that I love, he told the publication. “I didn’t want to put out a bunch of stuff that was extremely melancholy and sad,” he said. In the end, he and his “Doin’ It Right” partners were able to find the correct balance, creating an album that he truly liked while adhering to his personal objective of using music to benefit others. Because music saved my life in that way, he added, “that’s all I care about.”
But 23 still holds a special place in his heart
Chayce Beckham’s single “Doin’ It Right” was a hit, but it wasn’t the end of his musical career after “American Idol.” The Season 19 champion unveiled another new single, “Keeping Me Up All Night,” four months after its debut.
Despite the fact that Beckham’s music collection is constantly expanding, he still has a special spot for the song that first made him famous. Really, we aren’t surprised by it. He acknowledged “23” reaching platinum status in a message on Instagram in November 2022. He admitted, in his letter, “I’d be lying if I said I didn’t cry when they delivered this to me.” And “23” is the song that never ends because he had yet another occasion to remember it in January 2023. The song would then be broadcast on the radio. In response to the most recent Country Now development, Beckham reiterated his earlier thoughts, saying, “I didn’t ever really anticipate that to be my standard song.” He told the magazine, “I couldn’t think of a better song to come out to radio with,” despite the fact that that is exactly what happened.
How has Beckham been spending his time since he won “American Idol”? He’s released new music and had a few more hits, yes, but he never lost sight of the tune that got him there.
