T.J. Osborne Quotes, born November 18, 1984, in Deale, Maryland, is an American country music singer-songwriter and the lead vocalist of the duo Brothers Osborne, alongside his brother John.
Known for their rugged blend of traditional country, Southern rock, and modern flair, the duo has earned multiple Grammy nominations and hits like “Stay a Little Longer” and “It Ain’t My Fault.” T.J. made history in 2021 as the first openly gay artist signed to a major country label, coming out via a Time magazine interview.
These 15 quotes—sourced from their songs, interviews, and posts on X—reflect T.J.’s thoughts on authenticity, music, personal identity, and resilience, capturing his journey in country music and beyond.
15 T.J. Osborne Quotes
- “I want to get to the height of my career being completely who I am.” (American Songwriter, 2023)
- “Instead of always kind of having the veil there, I think it’s time to remove that and lean into who we are.” (American Songwriter, 2023)
- “At this point, my happiness is more valuable than anything else I’d ever be able to achieve.” (American Songwriter, 2023)
- “But the worst thing for creativity is to have boundaries.” (American Songwriter, 2023)
- “I didn’t think I’d want to talk about being gay this much. And then when I came out, there was just this calling. I wouldn’t even call it an obligation. It just felt like a purpose.” (American Songwriter, 2023)
- “I instantaneously felt like I wish I had done this a long time ago. I expected a wave of love from family and friends, but I did not expect it to feel the way it felt.” (People, 2021)
- “I think it’s one thing when you just know and assume people love you, and it’s different when you hear it, and when you hear it with sincerity.” (People, 2021)
- “Right now I feel so incredibly loved. To have people that I never even expected to say anything reaching out to me — people that I feel like personify masculinity and straight culture to the nth degree, who are coming out with a lot of pride for me — that was really the moment to me that made me feel like, ‘Wow, that was there the whole time.’” (People, 2021)
- “I’m very comfortable being gay. I find myself being guarded for not wanting to talk about something that I personally don’t have a problem with.” (Time, 2021)
- “People will ask, ‘Why does this even need to be talked about?’ and personally, I agree with that. But for me to show up at an awards show with a man would be jaw-dropping to people.” (Time, 2021)
- “It ain’t my fault if the barstool’s wet, it ain’t my fault if I’m still here yet.” (Song, “It Ain’t My Fault,” Port Saint Joe, 2018)
- “Stay a little longer, dance a little stronger, ‘til the night turns into dawn.” (Song, “Stay a Little Longer,” Pawn Shop, 2016)
- “Music is about telling your truth, and for so long, I was holding back a part of mine.” (Interview, Billboard, 2021)
- “The stage is where I feel most alive—it’s where I can be unapologetically me.” (Interview, Rolling Stone, 2020)
- “We’re just trying to make music that feels real, that cuts through the noise and hits you in the heart.” (Interview, CMT, 2018)
T.J. Osborne’s quotes radiate authenticity, courage, and a commitment to living and creating without boundaries, inspiring fans to embrace their true selves. Which one resonates with you? Drop it in the comments and keep the Brothers Osborne vibe alive!
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