Cade Brinkley, known professionally as LECADE, is a rising American singer-songwriter blending pop-country with hip-hop influences, signed to Big Machine Records. Born in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, and raised between Winfield, Louisiana, and Hattiesburg, Mississippi, LECADE grew up immersed in music, inspired by his father’s honky tonk band and a household filled with country legends like Brad Paisley and Tim McGraw. He began making music in high school, initially experimenting with rap and pop-punk before finding his voice in country music, a transition that gained traction after a viral TikTok post. LECADE’s songwriting is marked by raw, honest storytelling, as heard in tracks like “Liquor & Cigarettes,” “You Get Me,” and “When I’m Gone,” which have helped him amass over 100 million streams and more than 3 million monthly listeners. With a style that appeals to both mainstream and outlaw country fans, LECADE continues to expand his reach, performing live and releasing new music that reflects his genre-defying approach and personal journey.