CHELSEA RAE
COUNTRY ARTIST
About Chelsea
This country-pop singer, songwriter, and actress is truly one of a kind with an old soul. Stricken with a mysterious illness at age 13, fighting for her life, fighting for a diagnosis, and fighting for her dreams.
Wise beyond her years, Chelsea is truly an inspiration.
BACKGROUND
Small-town Midwest roots, big Nashville dreams. Chelsea Rae is a Country Pop singer-songwriter who began writing music at twelve while battling a life-altering illness. Music became her lifeline—her outlet, her strength, and the reason she kept fighting. After picking up guitar at fifteen, she knew there was no turning back.
Inspired by powerhouse artists like Carrie Underwood, Sara Evans, and George Strait, Rae blends heartfelt storytelling with a modern country-pop edge, creating songs that are both deeply personal and universally relatable. At twenty, she made the move to Nashville to fully pursue her calling, turning pain into purpose through every lyric she writes.
A 2023 ISSA Award Winner for Female Emerging Artist of the Year and a three-time nominee, Chelsea Rae continues to carve her path in country music with authenticity, grit, and a voice that resonates far beyond her roots.
MUSIC
Chelsea Rae has celebrated powerful milestones throughout her music career, marking her as a rising force in the industry. Her debut single, 25, earned a nomination for Recording of the Year at the TSAI Awards, while her heartfelt track Every Storm took home Song of the Year at the 2019 5th Annual Josie Music Awards—solidifying her ability to connect deeply with listeners through her music.
In 2023, Rae was honored as the ISSA Female Emerging Artist of the Year and has been a three-time ISSA nominee, further highlighting her growing impact and recognition within the music community.
Through every challenge, Rae has overcome the odds with unwavering grace, strength, and faith. Guided by her belief in God and her passion for music, she has turned life’s hardships into powerful, inspiring songs that resonate with authenticity and heart.
Chelsea Rae considers it a true blessing to share her journey and her music—straight from her heart to yours. As she continues to grow and gain momentum, her sound, story, and spirit make her an artist you won’t want to miss.
