Toby Keith Accepts Icon Award at People's Choice Country Awards with Joke About Appearance: "Bet Y'all Never Thought You'd See Me in Skinny Jeans"

Country music icon Toby Keith, who has been battling stomach cancer, made his first televised appearance since his diagnosis at the People's Choice Country Awards. He also announced the release of a new album, "100% Songwriter," featuring his most beloved self-written tunes.

Toby Keith, the renowned country singer, has largely stayed out of the public eye for the past year and a half as he has been battling stomach cancer. He made the difficult decision to cancel his 2022 tour after announcing his diagnosis in June of last year.

However, Toby has recently made a comeback, surprising fans with pop-up shows at his bar in Oklahoma and delivering an unexpected performance at Tin Roof in Orlando. In an interview with The Oklahoman, Toby expressed his hope of returning to touring, but only after testing the waters to ensure he is physically up to it.

"I've noticed an improvement in my stamina. I'm contemplating bringing the band together and performing for two or three days somewhere, just to see if I can handle a two-hour show. All I need to do is see if I can get through a couple of nights of work and take a short break from chemotherapy, and then we'll get back to work," Toby shared.

Just recently, Toby made his first televised appearance since his cancer diagnosis. He was honored with the Country Icon award at the inaugural People's Choice Country Awards. During his acceptance speech, Toby showcased his trademark humor by joking about his weight loss due to chemotherapy, saying, "I bet y'all never thought you'd see me in skinny jeans."

Toby also took the opportunity to reflect on the challenges he has faced over the past year, expressing gratitude to those who have supported him along the way. "I want to thank the Almighty for allowing me to be here tonight. He's been riding shotgun with me for a little while," Toby said.

His performance of "Don't Let The Old Man In," a song released in 2019 about coming to terms with aging, moved the audience at the Grand Ole Opry to tears. It was his first televised performance since his cancer diagnosis, and it is safe to say that everyone was thrilled to see Toby back on stage and doing what he loves.

Toby Keith's dedication to his craft as a songwriter is unparalleled. In celebration of some of his most beloved self-written songs, Toby will be releasing a new album titled "100% Songwriter" next month. This album will feature a collection of his most iconic solo-written songs in one package.

Toby's career took off in the early 90s when he penned his hit song "Should've Been A Cowboy" in a motel bathroom in Dodge City, Kansas. Since then, he has achieved tremendous success, with 32 number one hits, over 40 million albums sold, and induction into the all-genre Songwriters Hall of Fame.

"100% Songwriter" will include songs from Toby's self-titled debut album in 1993 all the way to "White Trash With Money" in 2006. Every song featured on the album was written solely by Toby Keith himself. Additionally, the music video for "Who's Your Daddy?", a song featured on the album, has been released today in remastered HD.

Despite his ongoing battle with stomach cancer, Toby Keith has been gradually returning to music, playing shows sporadically as he continues to regain his strength. It is truly inspiring to witness his resilience and passion for his craft.

"100% Songwriter" will be available everywhere on November 3rd. Below is the full tracklist for the album:

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In conclusion, Toby Keith's journey over the past year and a half has been filled with challenges and triumphs. From his battle with cancer to his return to the stage, Toby has shown unwavering determination and a love for music that cannot be extinguished. His upcoming album, "100% Songwriter," is a testament to his talent and dedication as a songwriter. Fans can look forward to experiencing Toby's iconic solo-written songs in one remarkable collection.

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