Blake Shelton just secured his 31st No. 1 country single with ‘Stay Country or Die Tryin’.’ And he is refusing to celebrate quietly. During his January 2026 residency at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace, he halted his show to publicly blast the ‘Dry January’ trend. He told the sold-out crowd that abstaining from alcohol during his milestone week was stupid. He urged fans to abandon their resolutions to toast his success.
Shelton raised his glass. He admitted the timing of his chart-topper freaked him out. By rejecting the health craze, he doubled down on his ‘Stay Country’ brand. He proved that he values the tradition of shared celebration over modern social trends.
Blake Shelton – God’s Country (Live at the Grand Ole Opry)
People who saw him that night could not stop talking about it. They said that his voice sounds even better in person than it does on the radio. It is that mix of being a massive superstar and a regular guy from Oklahoma that keeps people coming back.
While he loves to play the rowdy country boy, there is a softer side to his journey that comes from his home life. He has grown from a solo act into one half of a global power couple. This change has brought a new kind of magic to his performances.
Blake Shelton and Gwen Stefani – Purple Irises (Live Performance)
When he stands next to Gwen Stefani to sing Purple Irises, you see a man who has found peace. The song blends his country roots with her pop style perfectly. Fans love seeing them smile at each other because it feels real and not like a show.
Blake Shelton has spent decades being honest with his music and his fans. Whether he is making a joke or singing a ballad, he stays true to himself. Follow Blake Shelton on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube to see what he does next.