A mix of songs from Nashville Country Music Singer Bryan Ruby

©Bryan Ruby 2025

Bryan Ruby Songs

Left Field is the first single from Nashville-based Country Music Artist and Professional Baseball Player Bryan Ruby. In 2021, Ruby became the only active professional baseball player to come out as gay at the time, and his story was featured on the front page of USA Today & in hundreds of media outlets around the world.

As a songwriter, Ruby has penned songs that have appeared on the Texas Country Top 50 chart and the iTunes Country Top 25, and songs he has written have been featured on both Huffington Post and People Magazine. As an artist, he won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and is preparing for the release of his upcoming debut EP due out in 2023.

Ruby's first single, Left Field, was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist. He is currently on a Stadium Tour singing the National Anthem and performing pregame and postgame concerts at ballparks around the country.

Songwriters: Andrew Capra, Chad Sellers, Bryan Ruby
Producer: Smith Curry (Randy Travis, Jason Aldean, Billy Currington)

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©Bryan Ruby 2022

Left Field

The Standouts is the fall 2022 single from Nashville-based Country Music Artist and Professional Baseball Player Bryan Ruby. In 2021, Ruby became the only active professional baseball player to come out as gay at the time, and his story was featured on the front page of USA Today & in hundreds of media outlets around the world.

As a songwriter, Ruby has penned songs that have appeared on the Texas Country Top 50 chart and the iTunes Country Top 25, and songs he has written have been featured on both Huffington Post and People Magazine. As an artist, he won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and is preparing for the release of his upcoming debut EP due out in 2023.

Ruby's first single, Left Field, was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist. He is currently on a Stadium Tour singing the National Anthem and performing pregame and postgame concerts at ballparks around the country.

“The Standouts” is all about ordinary people doing extraordinary things. This song is for all the good people who haven’t got the recognition they deserve. Bryan Ruby has dedicated this song to his grandfather aka Pops and his sister. Pops is a proud US Army veteran who raised a family of five kids and he’s still inspiring everyone, even at 84 years old. His hard work and can-do attitude are the reasons Bryan’s family is here today. Bryan’s sister teaches middle school math at one of the poorest school districts in the country and this song is for her too. It may be a thankless job, but it’s inspiring to know how passionate she is about helping those kids.

Watch the heart-tugging video of his grandfather, listening to the song for the first time and realizing it is about him here.

"One of the coolest things about 'The Standouts' is that everybody knows a standout in their life,” expressed Bryan Ruby. “It will mean different things to different people. I love when a song does that."

"This song is for all the kids that are brave enough to go against the grain - the ones who don’t fall in line and just be their genuine selves,” shared co-writer Anthony Fiddler.

"This song, ‘The Standouts’ means a lot to me. For me it’s about giving a nod to those inspiring people on the front lines of making the world a little better,” said co-writer, Chad Sellers. To quote our song, ‘If no one stood up, where would we be now?’” 

"A feel good jam that’s also uplifting and inspirational,” stated producer Smith Curry.

“It’s the wounded vet who can’t turn off the noise
The unsung teacher who does nothing but give
It’s the kid sitting alone at lunch, who’s kind to everyone
Even when the world ain’t kind to him

The “I have a dream-ers”
With the nerve to say we’re equal
The Hell bent believers 
Life changin’ kind of people

Here’s to The Standouts
The picked on and the pushed down
We are who we are
And we have the heart 
To stick out from the crowd
The way we’re living
Might make us different 
But if no one stood up
Where would we be now?
Here’s to The Standouts

Songwriters: Bryan Ruby, Chad Sellers, Anthony Fiddler
Producer: Smith Curry (Randy Travis, Jason Aldean, Billy Currington)

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©Bryan Ruby 2022

The Standouts

Diamonds Are Forever is the title track from Bryan Ruby's eponymous debut EP, which was released over all platforms on October 27, 2023. With heartfelt lyrics, infectious melodies, and raw emotion, the stories weaved into the 6-song EP chronicle a journey of transformation, resilience, and pursuit of excellence.

About The Artist:

BRYAN RUBY is a rising country music artist and trailblazing professional baseball player based in Nashville, Tennessee. As a songwriter, Bryan has penned songs that have appeared on the Texas Country Top 50 chart and the iTunes Country Top 25 (#16), and songs he has written have been featured on both Huffington Post and People Magazine. As an artist, Bryan won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and released his debut single“Left Field” in June 2022. The song was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist.

With rich vocals and authentic storytelling on follow-up singles “Two For The Road” (August ‘22), “The Standouts” (October ‘22), “Christmas With You” (November ‘22), “Baseball Country” (March ‘23), and “The Standouts (Heroes Version)” feat. Ty Herndon (June ‘23), “Bryan’s introspective and relatable storytelling‘ (The Nash News) and “expressive baritone” (Music Row Magazine) give him a unique calling card in the up-and-coming Nashville country scene.

For all inquiries, contact Becky Parsons at becky@foundsoundmedia.agency

©Bryan Ruby 2023

Diamonds Are Forever

Hell Of A Year was released as a surprise end-of-the-year bonus track on Friday 12/30/22 following up Bryan Ruby's holiday single 'Christmas With You'.

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Hell Of A Year

Baseball Country is the newest single from trailblazing pro baseball player turned country artist Bryan Ruby. The single was released over all platforms on Friday March 17, 2023.

As a songwriter, Ruby has penned songs that have appeared on the Texas Country Top 50 chart and the iTunes Country Top 25, and songs he has written have been featured on both Huffington Post and People Magazine. As an artist, he won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and is preparing for the release of his upcoming debut EP due out in 2023.

Ruby's first single, Left Field, was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist. He is currently on a Stadium Tour singing the National Anthem and performing pregame and postgame concerts at ballparks around the country.

Songwriters: Bryan Ruby, Chad Sellers, Shane David Smith
Producer: Smith Curry (Randy Travis, Jason Aldean, Billy Currington)

For all inquiries, contact Becky Parsons at becky@foundsoundmedia.agency

©Bryan Ruby 2023

Baseball Country

The Standouts (Heroes Version) featuring Ty Herndon was released over all platforms on June 2, 2023. 

“When Bryan asked me to be a part of this song, I immediately said yes. At a time when there are so many folks trying to divide us, this song demonstrates the values of love and acceptance — and respecting people for exactly who they are. The truth is, everyone can be a standout in their own lives, and I hope this track inspires young and old alike to show up as their true, authentic selves. When that happens, we all win.” — Ty Herndon

“Ty is a true ‘standout’ because he came out before it was cool in country music-showing people that it’s ok to be proud of who you are. It is because of standouts like Ty that the next generation of country artists like me can be honest and sing authentically from the start of our careers. It’s an honor to have him as my duet partner on this song.” -Bryan Ruby

The Standouts (Heroes Version) 
Bryan Ruby feat. Ty Herndon
Songwriters: Bryan Ruby, Chad Sellers, Anthony Fiddler
Producer: Smith Curry

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©Bryan Ruby 2023

The Standouts (Heroes Version) feat. Ty Herndon

Centerfield is the newest single from trailblazing pro baseball player turned country artist Bryan Ruby. The single was released over all platforms on August 25, 2023.

“Centerfield” was originally released by John Fogerty, who also penned the song, in March 1985 as the B-side of “Rock and Roll Girls.” It was also the title track of Fogerty’s comeback album about a decade after leaving Creedence Clearwater Revival. A track that combined two of his passions, baseball and rock and roll, the song has been a fixture at baseball parks everywhere, played during team breaks and in between innings. Even the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown, New York is known for playing it. The song also garnered a 1985 Grammy nomination for Best Male Rock Vocal Performance.

Spending most of his life on baseball fields, Bryan Ruby wants fans to know he considers it an honor to record a cover of such a beloved song. A journeyman professional ballplayer who has heard “Centerfield” played in baseball parks worldwide for years, it’s no surprise that the song holds a lot of meaning to him personally.  

“This song is an all-time classic and a personal favorite of mine,” expressed Bryan Ruby.  “When I think of a ‘baseball song,’ I immediately think of ‘Centerfield.’ As the son of a lifelong baseball coach and a longtime player myself, this ballpark anthem has truly been the soundtrack of our lives. I’m proud to put my own personal spin on it. It’s already been a nonstop summer. I’ve been crisscrossing the country at stadiums big and small singing the “Star Spangled Banner,” “God Bless America,” and doing pregame and postgame ballpark shows. I wanted my version of ‘Centerfield’ to channel the energy and excitement we feel at the stadium every day. We bumped up the tempo compared to the original version, added a key change in the final chorus, and layered in a few extra guitars in order to really blow the roof off of it. 

About The Artist: 

BRYAN RUBY is a rising country music artist and trailblazing professional baseball player based in Nashville, Tennessee. As a songwriter, Bryan has penned songs that have appeared on the Texas Country Top 50 chart and the iTunes Country Top 25 (#16), and songs he has written have been featured on both Huffington Post and People Magazine. As an artist, Bryan won Season 7 of the talent-search competition Nashville Rising Song, and released his debut single“Left Field” in June 2022. The song was featured on The TODAY Show and added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride, as well as the Academy of Country Music's Ultimate Pride Playlist.

With rich vocals and authentic storytelling on follow-up singles “Two For The Road” (August ‘22), “The Standouts” (October ‘22), “Christmas With You” (November ‘22), “Baseball Country” (March ‘23), and “The Standouts (Heroes Version)” feat. Ty Herndon (June ‘23), “Bryan’s introspective and relatable storytelling‘ (The Nash News) and “expressive baritone” (Music Row Magazine) give him a unique calling card in the up-and-coming Nashville country scene. 

For all inquiries, contact Becky Parsons at becky@foundsoundmedia.agency

©Bryan Ruby 2023

Centerfield

Goes Without Saying is the lead single off of Bryan Ruby's upcoming 2024 EP 'Found and Lost'. Coming off a selection as finalist for the 2023 John Lennon International Songwriting Prize, Ruby released Goes Without Saying on Valentine's Day (2/14/24), and performed it live for the first time in front of a packed audience at a special release show called 'Bryan Ruby's Broken Hearts Club' at The Lipstick Lounge in Nashville, TN.

“Goes Without Saying is a punch to the gut. It's real, it’s raw, it’s everything I just went through. Pain, loss, and heartache are all I have to give right now.” says Ruby. 

The song has already won praise around the music industry. Says SiriusXM's Tara Gore, "Goes Without Saying" is a real departure from Bryan's past songwriting. It's him getting more comfortable with sharing his emotions and I'm truly proud of him. He's had quite a journey and I think his music is catching up to that, giving you a real look at who he is as a person."

For all inquiries, contact Becky Parsons at becky@foundsoundmedia.agency

©Bryan Ruby 2024

Goes Without Saying

If You Would Have Told Me is the second single off of Bryan Ruby's upcoming 2024 EP 'Found and Lost'. The song was released on May 10, 2024. 

'If You Would Have Told Me'
Written by Bryan Ruby, Daniel Leathersich, & Drew Albenesius
Produced by Adam Sickler
Nashville, TN

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©Bryan Ruby 2024

If You Would Have Told Me

Return A Ring is an upbeat anthem from Bryan Ruby's 2024 heartbreak EP 'Found & Lost'. Return A Ring was released on June 7, 2024. 

"Return A Ring" is a poignant reflection on the aftermath of a love lost. This track is a vibrant melody bursting with infectious energy, driving beats and catchy hooks, with a mood reminiscent of summertime joy. Yet, beneath the party anthem lies a moving tale of heartbreak and moving on. With soulful lyrics about returning an engagement ring with a melody that tugs at the heartstrings, the song encapsulates the raw emotions of heartbreak and the longing for closure.

"This song is incredibly special to me," says Ruby. "It's about the vulnerability of letting go and searching for closure in the midst of heartbreak. I hope it touches the hearts of those who listen to it."

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©Bryan Ruby 2024

Return A Ring

“My lover found another so now I’m the one who’s free” belts out Bryan Ruby in ‘Lost On Me’, a heartbreak jam about moving on, letting go, finding yourself and giving the middle finger to that toxic ex. Written alongside Grammy-Award winning Songwriter David Ritz (Sexual Healing, Marvin Gaye), the song mixes upbeat melodies and infectious energy with a self-reflective story of lost love, delivered on a dimly lit stage at a rundown bar called ‘The Broken Hearts Club’. Despite the pain depicted in the lyrics, there's an underlying resolve and a steadfast desire to move forward while staying true to oneself. 'Lost On Me' is not just a song about heartbreak; it's a testament to resilience, persevering through life’s challenges, and the freedom that comes with a fresh start after unexpected loss. Ruby premiered “Lost On Me” on-stage in front of a packed home crowd at the Nashville Pride Festival, and is slated to belt out the new tune on his 15 city summer Heartbreak Tour. As a 2023 John Lennon International Songwriting Competition finalist, Bryan Ruby is a voice to watch in today's country music scene.

©Bryan Ruby 2024

Lost On Me

'Last Couple Weeks' is an upbeat heartbreak anthem released on Bryan Ruby's 2024 EP 'Found & Lost'. The song dives into everything that has gone wrong in a relationship, mapping its demise. All Country News called the project "a must-listen for country music fans" (July 2024). 

©Bryan Ruby 2024

Last Couple Weeks

'Come Back' is an empowering heartbreak anthem released on Bryan Ruby's 2024 EP 'Found & Lost'. All Country News called the project "a must-listen for country music fans" (July 2024).

©Bryan Ruby 2024

Come Back

'Come Back - Acoustic' is vulnerable, it’s the moment you look a deep wound in the eye and say ‘no more’. It was an honor to join an actual real-life rockstar in the studio and make this new version come to life.

I went in the studio for a whirlwind acoustic session with Mumford & Sons banjo player Matt Menefee & producer David Axelrod to record this brand new acoustic version of ‘Come Back’. 

Hope y'all like it, 
Bryan 

'Come Back - Acoustic'
©Bryan Ruby 2024

Come Back - Acoustic

'Christmas Island' is the new beachy holiday party single from rising Nashville Country Music Artist Bryan Ruby.

Ruby is set to embark on a 10 date 'Heartbreak Tour: Christmas Island Edition' in support of the holiday single. 

Released on November 15, 2024.

©Bryan Ruby 2024

Christmas Island

Bryan Ruby’s new single, ‘Growin’ On Me’, is a high-energy, boot-stomping anthem built for kicking off a show with a bang. With a rocking groove, infectious hook, & plenty of crowd participation, it’s the kind of song that gets everyone on their feet & singing along. Just in time for spring, ‘Growin’ On Me’ is about staying true to your roots while building a vision to start planting seeds for your future. Whether it’s love, life, or chasing a dream - sometimes the best things take time to grow.

Growin’ On Me

Bryan Ruby’s gritty country-rock single ‘Diggin’ (‘Til The Corn Comes Up)’ is a brand new country slammer fused with 80s arena-rock energy. Built for big amps and boot stompin’, the song combines anthemic and catchy choruses with an energy unmatched on-stage. Telling the story of a down-on-his-luck farmer who refuses to quit, ‘Diggin’ (‘Til The Corn Comes Up)’ breathes fresh air into classic country tropes, sparking new life into a time tested story of grit and perseverance. 

Diggin' ('Til The Corn Comes Up)

With a weathered ball cap as its emotional centerpiece, Bryan Ruby’s new single threads lived-in memories and identity into a stripped-down country anthem. Featuring warm, modern production and Ruby’s signature baritone, “Ball Cap” captures the quiet power of the objects - and stories - we carry from ballfields to backroads. Written by Ryan Brisotti, Dan Leathersich, and Michael Keys, the song elevates everyday nostalgia into something deeply personal and sonically intimate. For audiophiles and music lovers, it’s a heartfelt listen that lingers - perfect for fans of narrative-rich, emotionally raw country storytelling.

"'Ball Cap' is one of the most personal songs I’ve ever recorded. It’s about the places, the people, and the memories that shape us—how something as simple as an old hat can carry a lifetime of stories and meaning. Coming from baseball into country music, I’ve learned that no matter where life takes you, your roots are always with you. Releasing this one as the summer heats up just feels right, and I can’t wait for y’all to hear it." -Bryan Ruby

“The thing about a ball cap is it’s right there, right above your eyes for everyone to see as soon as they look at you. And whether it’s “my buddy gave it to me”, or “I worked at this job for over 10 years” or “me and my dad used to be season ticket holders”, every one tells a story.” -Ryan Brisotti, Cowriter

“A casual hat has become so iconic in our culture. That choice you made to add it to your closet becomes part of your identity.” -Dan Leathersich, Cowriter

©Bryan Ruby 2025

Ball Cap

"I think of ‘Mood Ring’ as the song you play when you’re ready to let loose and be yourself. It's about those moments when you’re feeling free, wild, and just living in the present. I hope people can vibe with that!" -Bryan Ruby

Written by Bryan Ruby and Chad Sellers
Produced by Andrew Capra
©Bryan Ruby 2025

About MOOD RING:

Nashville, TN – Rising country artist Bryan Ruby returns with “Mood Ring”, a flirty, feel-good country party anthem that blends catchy production with playful lyrics about fleeting love and emotional spontaneity. With its singalong chorus and lighthearted vibe, the track marks the beginning of a new chapter for Ruby, whose evolving sound continues to bring new energy to the country genre.

Ruby is a John Lennon International Songwriting Prize finalist and winner of Season 7 of the talent search competition Nashville Rising Song. Based in Nashville, he has quickly gained attention for his rich vocals and authentic storytelling. His summer 2025 EP Growing Season earned widespread praise, with The Tennessean calling it a project poised to “find his voice.” With “Mood Ring”, Ruby comes out swinging with a fresh, fun story that captures the heat of new love.

Produced by Andrew Capra - a Nashville-based rising talent known for his work with artists like The War and Treaty, Alexandra Kay, and Sammy Arriaga, as well as on TV shows like Grey’s Anatomy and All American - "Mood Ring" delivers an effortlessly modern edge while staying rooted in Ruby’s authentic storytelling.

Capra shares, "We had a great time bringing ‘Mood Ring’ to life – from the get-go it was all about having as much fun as we could in the instruments and vocals to feel like the summer love song that it is ! We knew the song would be done when it felt ready to crank up in the car with the windows down!"

"‘Mood Ring’ is all about capturing that spontaneous, carefree vibe when everything just clicks. It's a fun, no-strings-attached anthem that celebrates the freedom of living in the moment. I’m excited for people to feel that energy when they hear it!" says Ruby.

With upbeat country production and emotionally honest lyrics, “Mood Ring” showcases Ruby’s expressive baritone and signature lyrical style. "This song is a mix of playful lyrics and country production that just feels like a good time. I wanted to create something fun that gets people to let loose and embrace the ups and downs of love and connection," he adds.

With features in Billboard, USA Today, NBC’s TODAY Show, CBS, Yahoo, The Boot, Wide Open Country, All Country News, Saving Country Music, and People Magazine, Ruby’s momentum continues to build. His music has been added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride and major playlists including Spotify’s All New Country, Amazon’s Pride Country, and ACM Fresh Music Friday. The Nash News praised his “introspective and relatable storytelling,” while MusicRow Magazine highlighted his “expressive baritone,” and The Nashville Scene described his “honey-bourbon voice that was destined for country music.”

Mood Ring

“Take You There Sometime” by Bryan Ruby blends modern country warmth with timeless romantic storytelling. Built around acoustic and electric guitars, pedal steel, and an easy-driving rhythm, the track feels sunlit and open-road ready — perfect for cozy fall playlists or upbeat country drives. Lyrically, it’s a heartfelt invitation to share life’s simple adventures, from small-town diners to beachside escapes. The refrain “I’ll take you there sometime” doubles as both a promise and a metaphor for connection, love, and discovery. Honest, hopeful, and cinematic, it captures the charm of wanderlust and small-town romance with a fresh, modern edge.

©Bryan Ruby 2025

Take You There Sometime

Bryan Ruby is a rising country music artist, John Lennon International Songwriting Prize finalist and winner of Season 7 of the talent-search competition ‘Nashville Rising Song’. Ruby has captivated listeners with rich vocals and authentic storytelling on his summer 2025 EP ‘Growing Season’, planting roots deep in the country landscape - and the genre - on a project poised to “find his voice” The Tennessean. With recent features in Billboard, USA Today, NBC's The TODAY Show, CBS, Yahoo, The Boot, Wide Open Country, All Country News, Saving Country Music, and People Magazine, Ruby’s songs have been added to rotation on SiriusXM Country Pride and major playlists including Spotify's All New Country, Amazon's Pride Country, and ACM Fresh Music Friday. The Nash News praises his “introspective and relatable storytelling,” while MusicRow Magazine highlights his “expressive baritone,” and The Nashville Scene notes his “honey-bourbon voice that was destined for country music.”

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