LeAnn Rimes' Early Breakthrough at an Astounding Age

LeAnn Rimes, a seasoned figure in country music, made her remarkable debut with the single "Blue" in 1996 when she was just shy of 14 years old. Having started her journey with two independent albums, Rimes caught her big break after signing with Curb Records, which released "Blue" and her debut album of the same name. Her birthday, August 28, 1982, highlights how young she was when her music hit the charts.

The single "Blue," which features a distinctive yodel in the chorus, garnered critical acclaim, with commentators praising Rimes for evoking the spirit of legendary artist Patsy Cline. "Blue" ascended to the top of the Billboard Top Country Albums chart and reached number 26 on the Billboard Hot 100. By 1998, the album was certified gold, marking a significant milestone in her early career.

Reflecting on her early signing, Rimes expressed astonishment at her youthful leap into the music industry, especially now that she has an 11-year-old stepson. Her journey began in Dallas, Texas, leading to her early performances and even winning on Star Search at the age of 8.