Young burst onto the country music scene in 2006 after winning 'Nashville Star' and signing with RCA Records -- but his time in the spotlight didn't start with the singing competition.
Before Kelley was part of Grammy-winning country trio Lady A, he and his older brother Josh were in a country rock group, and their first-ever record deal was offered by none other than the Godfather of Soul.
Bryan is one of the hottest stars in contemporary country music, but he might not have moved to Nashville to pursue his dreams if not for a push from his father.