Drake McCain Biography | Drake McCain Taylor

Drake McCain(full name: Drake McCain Taylor) is an emerging American singer-songwriter from Spring City, Tennessee. Clearly, a dynamic performer and versatile artist Drake is about to perform in the Nashville’s audition of American Idol Season 17 that is set to go on floor in third March 2019 on ABC.

Presumed to be one of the fiercest and strong competitors in the show, he will be definitely be skirmishing for a place in the competition.

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He was born in 2001, he is 17 years of old

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With the second season of ABC’s American Idol around the corner, the Tennessee-born Drake has seemingly raised inquisitiveness amidst the audience with his relationship status. Too young to be married, the 17-years-old hasn’t even sparked rumors of a romantic affair and relationship.

He auditioned for the upcoming season of American Idol that’s set to premiere in Sunday on ABC. And noticeably, Drake had the audience excited with his glimpse on the show posted on social media.

Performed in the Nashville audition, he is rumored to have made it through the next round of the competition earning a golden ticket to Hollywood. Dogged to make it till the end of the show, he is entirely focused in the competition at the moment, hardly sparking any rumors of romance and affair.

One of the tough competitors in the forthcoming season of American Idol, Drake was born and bred in Spring City, Tennessee. Alongside 10 siblings, 8 sisters, and 2 brothers, he was raised by a single working mom Courtney Swafford.

Although his mom had two jobs, Drake used to work at a supermarket to help mom and provide enough for the family. Bei a huge support for the younger siblings, the singer showed a level of adulthood and receptivity that was way beyond for his age.

At home, he used to look out and help younger sisters in homework when mom was out for the night shift. Throughout the years, he also sharpened his music skills by performing at local venues and singing at National Anthem. He recently graduated from the Rhea County High School and will soon be singing for the judges of American Idol.

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Season 17 American Idol contestant Drake Taylor projected net worth and annual earnings hasn’t been disclosed yet. But by performing at local venues and shows alongside his friends, the singer might have amassed a decent amount of fortune.

Struggled since young to financially support the family, Drake is finally living the dream of his life. And if rumors are to be believed then he has advanced to the next round with a successful audition.

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Hollywood bound: Spring City’s Drake McCain moves on to next round of American Idol

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Published: Mar 13, 2019
If you have attended Rhea County athletic events — especially in Spring City — over the last several years, you have surely heard his voice. On Sunday night, the entire nation was introduced to Rhea County High School’s Drake McCain Taylor who was featured on American Idol.

Hundreds of supporters — including family, friends, basketball teammates, RCHS administration and staff and local TV media from Chattanooga — met in the school auditorium for a viewing party Sunday night.

Attendees were treated to pizza, cake and drinks and a few live selections from the American Idol competitor and his fellow signing companion, Abigail Corvin.

Taylor, who goes by the stage name of Drake McCain, is an 18-year-old senior at RCHS and is a four-year player on the Golden Eagle basketball team.

He has 10 siblings and works at the Piggly-Wiggly grocery store in town to help care for his family. He’s always had a love for music and signing, and last year began his journey to American Idol, which culminated with a golden ticket on Sunday’s episode.

Earlier in his high school career, he auditioned for both America’s Got Talent and The Voice however he didn’t make it to the TV rounds. For a while, he stepped away from music but eventually returned to his roots and began hosting music shows and mini-concerts with Corvin.

“I thought well if I didn’t make it through those, why should I try again? I was going through a rough time in my life, but I started singing with Abigail again and realized this is really what I want to pursue as a career,” McCain said. “To get the chance to go out and showcase my talent was just incredible. I’m truly thankful for all the love and support. […] It’s something I will remember for the rest of my life.”

McCain said he sent in his information to American Idol and was contacted for a private audition with the executive producers of the show in Nashville. From there, he was invited to attend the filmed auditions in Louisville, Ky., where he performed in front of the panel of Katy Perry, Lionel Richie, and Luke Bryan.

In his earliest singing days, McCain fell in love with music while signing at Rhea Central Church of God. His foundation in the church led to his song choice for his audition: “His Eye is on the Sparrow.”

“That was one of the first songs I started signing when I was growing up in the church. It just has a special meaning behind it and reminds me He’s watching over me. Gospel is where I started, so it was important for me to sing a song I was comfortable with,” McCain said.

After his audition, Perry joined in with him for an impromptu duet. Bryan was reminded of an iconic scene in the movie “Sister Act 2” where the choir broke out in “Oh Happy Day.” At that moment, McCain and Perry “took America to church” with their own rendition of the song. Richie was impressed with McCain’s overall performance and stage presence.

“You’re doing this without a band, without a keyboard and have the ability to harmonize with other folks. It’s just a matter of getting you into the game,“ he said.

“I think singing in the grocery store has been good for you because I believe you just bagged a trip to Hollywood,” Perry said.

“To go in there, get to sing with Katy and win a ticket to Hollywood is just a dream come true. I really think American Idol is made for me. I love to sing, and I have a story behind it. I’m not just a voice,” McCain said.

The Spring City native said he was truly blown away by the entire American Idol audition experience and that he honestly doesn’t remember much from the audition.

“Once you get in there, you really kind of blackout and even going back and watching it on tape, it’s surreal that it actually happened,” he said.

He added that the chance to harmonize with someone he admires — Katy Perry — was a moment he’ll never forget.

“I don’t know what Heaven is like, but I think that was pretty close to it. She was just angelic. It truly left me speechless,” he said.

While he admits his nerves were hard to contain, he’s no stranger to being center stage, dating back to his first days of signing the national anthem at Spring City Red Dogs football games.McCain said the biggest crowd he’s ever performed in front of would easily beat last season’s TSSAA 1A boy’s state basketball championship at Middle Tennessee State University where he sang the national anthem.

“That was definitely the biggest crowd I’ve ever sung in front of. It was a ton of people and truly a moment to remember. Deep in my heart, I think that was probably my best rendition also,” he said.

The Rhea County senior enjoys a wide range of music but said that some of his favorite artist and inspirations include Bruno Mars, Beyoncé, Alicia Keys, and the late Michael Jackson, Aretha Franklin and Whitney Houston — to name a few.

“I love listening to music. Even though some artists sing the same genre, it’s just different. They have a different tone and something unique they bring to the table,” he said.

McCain said some people tell him that he sounds like Shawn Mendes though he isn’t sure he agrees.

“I really don’t worry about that too much. If I get compared to somebody, that’s fine but I really just want to be me,” he said.

Be sure to tune into American Idol this season on ABC to follow McCain’s journey and stay tuned for additional stories here in The Herald-News and online at www.rheaheraldnews.com

Additionally, make plans to attend the 2019 Miss Spring City pageant at Spring City United Methodist Church Family Life Center on Saturday, March 16, at 5 p.m. McCain will sing with 2019 pageant contestants, reigning 2018 Miss Spring City Keyli Hickey and 2018 Little Miss Spring City Baylee Rigsby.

He’ll also perform a few solos. Admission for the event is $5 per person with children under the age of five admitted for free with a paying adult.