Country star Riley Green reveals why fan emotion at his shows beats industry awards every time

Country star Riley Green told Fox News Digital he won't abandon his Alabama farm even though he has "every reason" to move to Nashville. Riley Green finds pleasure in the simple things in life. Green has become a legit country music superstar over the past couple years, and his rise has been a ton of fun to watch. He's currently on tour, but that's not all he's cooking up. Green's new album "That's Just Me" comes out on September 18th. RILEY GREEN'S NEW 'THINK AS YOU DRUNK' MUSIC VIDEO IS WINNING OVER COUNTRY MUSIC FANS So, how does one of country music's biggest stars find joy? His answer is shockingly simple and straightforward. Riley Green performs onstage during the 2024 BMI Country Awards at BMI on November 19, 2024 in Nashville, Tennessee. ((Photo by Erika Goldring/Getty Images for BMI)) Green appeared on Theo Von's incredibly popular podcast "This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von" for an episode released Wednesday, and he shared some refreshing comments about success, fame and what makes him happy. COUNTRY STAR GABBY BARRETT SAYS SHE 'SLEPT IN THE CAR' BEFORE 'AMERICAN IDOL' CHANGED HER LIFE How much do awards and professional attention matter to Green? Not nearly as much as the fan