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Garth Brooks has long been one of the best-selling artists in country music and helped bridge the gap between country and pop music genres. His debut album (1989), self-titled and featuring hits such as “The Dance” and “If Tomorrow Never Comes,” established him as a notable country artist at that time, while his folk-rock inspired tunes — drawing influence from Merle Haggard to James Taylor — set him apart from other country artists at that time. His second album, No Fences (1990), made waves with its chart-topping hit “Friends in Low Places,” while Ropin’ the Wind marked him as the first country artist ever to reach #1 on all-genre Billboard 200 albums chart. Live performances became legendary spectacles as he smashed guitars, leapt from ropes, doused himself in water and tore across stages with gusto.

Brooks opens up about his life and career for the first time ever in this two-part special, sharing his deeply personal journey and profound legacy. Viewers get a look into all aspects of who the man behind music really is – be it prepping backstage for concerts, driving through wooded areas to reach his farm outside Nashville or simply sitting still and quietly reflecting.

This special chronicles the rise of an influential figure who revolutionized popular music and changed lives of his fans. We gain an intimate glimpse into his private world as we experience his decades-spanning career, seminal hit songs and ability to balance family with celebrity.

Brooks was born and raised in Stillwater, Oklahoma where he participated in sports such as football, baseball and javelin while earning a college scholarship to Oklahoma State University for advertising studies. Music had always been his passion; during college gigs when possible he played college gigs, wrote songs while working odd jobs to keep himself financially stable and started performing live gigs when possible.

After being rejected by many labels in town, Brooks finally got his big break when performing at a writer’s showcase at Bluebird Cafe; when performing at that showcase a Capitol Records executive who had passed him over earlier noticed him and signed him to a record deal.

At first, he quickly rose to dominance within the music industry, topping Billboard charts with his debut and subsequent albums and breaking records for touring and ticket sales. Additionally, he earned numerous accolades such as multiple Grammys, CMA awards and ACM honors.

Through the 1990s, Brooks released multiple million-selling albums while touring around the globe on sold-out tours. His musical styles ranged from traditional honky-tonk and dramatic balladry, country rock and cowboy songs, but they all shared his signature fervor and intensity, making him an icon. In 2005 he married fellow country music superstar Trisha Yearwood. Brooks’ personal life has also provided inspiration for his songwriting; his lyrics could range from poignant (“The Dance”), suspenseful (“The Thunder Rolls”), comic (“Friends in Low Places”) or scandalous (“That Summer”). Even as he approaches 60, Brooks continues writing and recording new material despite maintaining global celebrity status and an expansive fan base.