Toby Keith, a country singer known for “Should’ve Been a Cowboy,” died on Monday. He was 62.
He “passed peacefully” on Monday night, his official X account said in a statement on Tuesday.
The “Red Solo Cup” singer said in June 2022 that he’d been diagnosed with stomach cancer and was “receiving chemo, radiation and surgery.”
Keith was born July 8, 1961, in Clinton, Oklahoma. He got his start in country music in the early 90s with his hit debut single, “Should’ve Been A Cowboy,” according to his biography on the Nashville Songwriters Hall of Fame website.
Keith’s other popular songs include “How Do You Like Me Now?!” “Beer For My Horses,” “I Love This Bar” and “Red Solo Cup.”
“He fought his fight with grace and courage,” Tuesday’s statement said. “Please respect the privacy of his family at this time.”
He was inducted into the hall of fame in 2021.
Rest In Peace 🕊️
