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25-Year-Old's Debut Hit Reaches 1 Billion Streams in 2 Years
15 Nov
Summary
- Dasha's "Austin (Boots Stop Workin')" is only the second solo female country song to hit 1 billion streams
- Dasha wrote the song after a bad relationship, channeling her anger and heartbreak
- The song has brought Dasha her entire career and helped fans through difficult times
In a remarkable achievement, 25-year-old country artist Dasha's debut hit "Austin (Boots Stop Workin')" has reached 1 billion streams in just 2 years, becoming only the second solo female country song to hit this milestone. Dasha, who is based in Nashville, says the success still feels surreal, as this is her first major hit.
Dasha explains that the song's creation was fueled by heartbreak and anger after a bad relationship. She was determined to channel those emotions into a powerful track, telling her team she needed a "Before He Cheats" or "Mama's Broken Heart" type of song. The result is an empowering anthem that has resonated deeply with listeners, with fans sharing how it helped them through difficult times.
Looking back, Dasha acknowledges that her overnight success was years in the making, as she had been honing her craft as a songwriter for over 15 years. But when "Austin (Boots Stop Workin')" was released in November 2023, it struck a chord and propelled Dasha to stardom. She is now excited to build on this momentum and continue her rise in the country music scene.
