There is absolutely nothing that can lift my mood like a good song.

You know, the ones that inspire you, the ones that make you feel so good, and they make you

want to move.

And there is no feeling like hearing your favorite artists perform those songs live.

Well, my guest today is someone I've had the absolute joy of seeing perform quite a few times.

In front of thousands and thousands of screaming fans, by the way.

So it felt right that he joined me for a very special episode of Making Space Live in Austin, Texas.

I am talking about Tyler Hubbard. With 22 number one singles

on country radio, countless awards and sold out tours, Tyler has a remarkable career as a

songwriter and is one half of the multi-platinum duo Florida Georgia line. Last year, Tyler began on a journey of his

own, this time as a solo artist. The idea of venturing out on your own after being part of a

career-defining duo sounds kind of like climbing a mountain. But Tyler isn't just scaling that

mountain. He is reaching the mountaintop. His debut solo album has more than 100 million streams and counting, with hits like 5'9 and Dancing in the Country. His latest album titled Strong has already reached the top spot at country radio, and he is just getting started. And music is just one part of who Tyler is.

He's in a beautiful chapter in his life, leaning on faith and family. And like me, he is in a season

of repotting. I'm Hoda Kotby. Welcome to a special episode of my podcast, Making Space, live from

Austin, Texas.

Can we please welcome Tyler Hubbard?

Tyler, I just want to let you know, I'm 5'9.

Perfect.

Well, I knew that. That song is called 5.5.9.

Let's talk about Life, man, for a second.

Because, first of all, I've watched you kind of over the years perform, and you're just an incredible human.

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