ABOUT

About Riley Jonathan Green

Musical Career

Green's music is heavily influenced by his grandfathers and his roots in the South.

• Albums: He has released three major studio albums: Different 'Round Here (2019), Ain't My Last Rodeo (2023), and Don’t Mind If I Do (2024).
• Top Hits: His most notable singles include the 2x Platinum "There Was This Girl," the 3x Platinum "I Wish Grandpas Never Died," and chart-topping collaborations like "Half of Me" (with Thomas Rhett) and a re-recording of "Different 'Round Here" (with Luke Combs).
• Awards: He was named the ACM New Male Artist of the Year in 2020.

Early Life and Background

• Athletics: Before his music career, Green was a Division 1 FCS quarterback for Jacksonville State University.
• Reality TV: He gained early public attention as a contestant on the CMT reality show Redneck Island in 2014 and 2016.
• Work History: Prior to signing his record deal in 2018, Green worked full-time in construction and framing houses with his father while playing music as a "side hustle".

Personal Interests and Lifestyle

• "Duckman": An avid hunter and outdoorsman, Green is famously known by the nickname "Duckman," which is also his social media handle.
• Hometown Roots: Despite his fame, he still maintains a 680-acre ranch in his hometown of Jacksonville, Alabama.
• Business Ventures: In late 2024, he opened his own bar in Nashville called Riley Green’s Duck Blind.

As of early 2026, Green is on his headlining Damn Country Music Tour, with dates scheduled across the United States and international stops through August. For official updates and tickets, visit his official website.