Corey Kent Snags Second No. 1 At Country Radio With ‘This Heart’

Corey Kent just notched another major milestone. On Monday, June 30, it was announced that the Oklahoma-born, Texas-based country artist has officially scored his second No. 1 at country radio with his emotionally charged single, “This Heart.” The track, which has already racked up more than 75 million streams, now sits atop both the Country Aircheck/Mediabase and Billboard Country Airplay charts.

Kent had been eagerly counting down the days for this moment to finally come to fruition. Just two days before the milestone was official, the rising country star took to social media to commemorate the feat.

He wrote, “Damn “This Heart” is about to hit #1 on country radio and I can’t believe it…”

Inside The Song’s Heartbreaking Story

Ever since the song’s release in January 2024, fans haven’t been able to stop singing the tension-filled tune alongside the true power that lies within Kent’s vocals.

“This Heart” was written by Thomas Archer, Blake Bollinger, Jacob Hackworth and Michael Tyler and produced by frequent collaborator Chris Farren. The opening guitar strums set the tone for Kent’s aching delivery, as he dives deep into the pain of heartbreak

Listeners follow along as Kent strives to release the pain felt deep within his heart, letting frustration flow throughout every lyric. The hard-hitting storyline is further elevated by the energy of the electric guitar riffs and passionate drumbeats. 

“Damn this heart and everything that comes with it/ Damn this “missin’ you every night” feelin’/ I’d rip it out, girl, if I didn’t need it/ If you’re gonna break it, why don’t you keep it?/ It ain’t doin’ nothin’ but keepin’ me up/ I can’t help it, it just loves what it loves/ It hurt like hell when you tore it apart/ But I didn’t know that it would take it this hard/ But damn this heart,” the hitmaker sings on the chorus. 

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Corey Kent’s latest accomplishment with This Heart” follows the massive success of his breakout hit, “Wild As Her,” which went Triple-Platinum and hit No. 1 on country radio and served as the lead single off his major label album debut, Blacktop. Before that, his second single, “Something’s Gonna Kill Me,” became a career-standout when it earned an RIAA Gold certification despite not cracking the Top 40.

Kent’s First-Ever Stadium Show

In the midst of his chart-topping streak, Kent continues building momentum on the road. He’s currently headlining shows across the country, including two sold-out hometown dates at Cain’s Ballroom in Tulsa, OK. He recently wrapped a run with Jon Pardi on the “HonkyTonk Hollywood Tour,” has a slew of fair and festival dates booked for the summer and recently got to play his first stadium show while opening for Morgan Wallen in Houston, TX.

He’ll reunite with Wallen again at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA for back-to-back shows on Aug. 22 and Aug. 23. 

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Reflecting on the opportunity to take the stage at NRG Stadium for the launch of Wallen’s “I’m The Problem” tour, Kent expressed pure gratitude for those who made it an unforgettable night.

“Just wanted to say thank y’all. Opening the first weekend of Morgan Wallen’s “I’m the Problem Tour” in Houston was something I’ll never forget,” he wrote in the caption. “My first stadium show, sharing the stage with Morgan and Koe Wetzel was an absolute honor. Grateful beyond words for the opportunity, and proud as hell of the team and my band that helped get me here. No shortcuts, no bells & whistles, just Faith, heart, grit, and a weekend I’ll never forget.”

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Kent Enters A New Musical Chapter

Now, with another No. 1 under his belt and a string of major shows on the horizon, the country act is stepping confidently into his next chapter 

“The beginning of a new era 🏴‍☠️,” he teased on social media, sharing a glimpse into his creative process with a carousel of behind-the-scenes studio shots.

A full list of Corey Kent’s upcoming tour stops can be found HERE.