$4.92B
Music Industry Contribution to state GDP
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.61,769
Jobs Supported
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.5,846
Music Businesses
Stephen Siwek/Economists Inc.A2IM/RIAA
8,559
Royalty Recipients
SoundExchange55,066
Songwriters
ASCAP/BMITennessee is synonymous with music.
Tennessee is synonymous with music. The Grand Ole Opry, Bonnaroo, “Music City, U.S.A.” While steeped in country and blues, don’t overlook the state’s thriving jazz, hip hop, classical, and rock scene – a mecca for true music lovers. From Miss Dolly to Miss Miley, Taylor to Justin, Paramore to Kings of Leon, Tennessee is home to countless music superstars brought up by the state's vital and world-renowned music scene.

Some
Notable
Musicians
- Craig Morgan
- Dolly Parton
- Dustin Lynch
- Johnny Cash and the Tennessee Three
- Justin Timberlake
- Kenny Chesney
- Kesha
- Kings of Leon
- Lady Antebellum
- Miley Cyrus
- Paramore
- Rodney Atkins
- Rosanne Cash
- Taylor Swift
- Tina Turner