Blake Shelton Credits Post Malone for Music Revival After Burnout

After leaving The Voice in 2023 due to burnout, Blake Shelton spent about a year away from music before being inspired to return by a collaboration with Post Malone on the hit song 'Pour Me a Drink.' The success of this duet reignited Shelton's passion, prompting him to head back into the studio and record his 13th album, For Recreational Use Only, which features the lead single 'Texas'—his 30th No. 1 hit. Shelton credits Post Malone for giving him renewed creative energy and motivating him to take another big swing at his music career. The album also includes emotional tracks like 'Heaven Sweet Home,' a tribute to Craig Morgan's late son, and marks Shelton's first full-length release since 2021. Shelton now approaches his career with a sense of fun and gratitude, embracing his legacy after 25 years in the industry. He says he no longer feels pressure to prove himself and is excited for this new chapter.