MCA SIGNS RISING ARTIST BLAKE PROEHL
NEW SONG “SHE GOT IT” OUT NOW
LISTEN HERE
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Today, MCA proudly announces the signing of singer-songwriter Blake Proehl, welcoming one of Nashville’s most promising emerging artists to its roster. The announcement caps off a milestone week for Proehl, highlighted by multiple CMA Fest appearances and his new song “She Got It” – Listen HERE.
During his performance at MCA Presents: Live At The SkyDeck, MCA executives surprised Proehl with a new custom jersey commemorating his signing to the label. The moment symbolized his next chapter as an artist while paying tribute to the football career that first shaped his journey.
“I couldn’t be more excited to join the MCA family,” says Proehl. “Music has changed my life in ways I never expected, and I’m grateful to have a team that believes in me and what I’m building. This week has been really special, and I feel like I’m just getting started. I can’t wait to share what’s next.”
Proehl’s path to music has been anything but conventional. After achieving his lifelong dream of playing in the NFL, an injury during his rookie season forced him to step away from the game. What initially began as a period of recovery soon became the start of an unexpected new passion: music.
His musical journey first captured national attention when a video of him singing to his grandmother went viral on TikTok, amassing tens of millions of views and introducing audiences to his undeniable vocal talent. The momentum led to appearances on American Idol and a rapidly growing fanbase drawn to both his voice and authenticity.
“She Got It” showcases the qualities that have made Proehl one of Nashville’s most exciting emerging artists. Built around an infectious hook, the track captures the feeling of being completely captivated by someone you can’t quite put into words.
Fresh off a standout CMA Fest weekend and the release of “She Got It,” Proehl enters an exciting new chapter with MCA, with more music and announcements to come.
“She Got It” Cover Art | Credit: Evan Harney
Blake Proehl Press Image | Credit: Evan Harney
ABOUT BLAKE PROEHL
Blake Proehl gives it his all, whether he’s on the field or on the stage.
Proehl isn’t your everyday singer-songwriter — he worked his whole life to achieve his dream of making it to the NFL, ultimately joining the Minnesota Vikings as a wide receiver. After a devastating injury during his rookie season, though, his life in football came to a screeching halt. During the recovery period and unexpected downtime, he encountered another surprise: falling in love with music.
His musical journey began with his family, and a video of him sharing his singing voice with his grandmother for the first time unexpectedly went viral on TikTok, surprising even Proehl himself. The tens of millions of views and American Idol appearances say it all — people are ready to hear more from Blake. His pop and R&B sound has the natural likability of predecessors like Justin Bieber, and Proehl’s humility and gentle spirit make it hard not to want to root for him.
As an artist expanding his skill set with the piano, guitar, and co-writing sessions, Proehl isn’t afraid of entering new territory. His smooth vocals are just the beginning — he is constantly gaining artistic inspiration from his interpersonal relationships as well as his own journey to physical recovery.
With each song and piece of content that Proehl creates, he hopes his music can act as a way to help people express themselves and avoid putting on any fronts.