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Grammy-winning artist T-Pain returned to his hometown to host a free block party celebrating his 20-year career in music. The event featured fun activities, food vendors, and the release of his new single ‘Club Husband.’ Local talent performed, and a concert marked the day’s end, highlighting T-Pain’s impact on the community and his upcoming projects.
TALLAHASSEE, Florida – Grammy-winning artist T-Pain returned to his hometown on October 17 to host a free block party in celebration of his two decades in the music industry. The event took place at T-Pain Lane, a street named in his honor earlier this year, and was designed to promote community engagement and support the Southside neighborhood that significantly influenced his upbringing.
Running from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the Walker Ford Community Center, the block party featured a variety of activities, including games, karaoke, bounce houses, photo booths, and carnival games, ensuring a fun-filled experience for attendees of all ages. Local artists also had the opportunity to showcase their talents and even compete for a chance to open for T-Pain at a concert later that evening.
The event showcased a wide array of food options from several vendors, including Big D’s BBQ which is known for its brisket, chicken, and crab-stuffed turkey legs; Just Rolls offering shrimp and grits as well as red velvet cake with “ice cream in a cup”; Leola’s Crab Shack serving crab legs, fried catfish, and gator; and Madison’s Scoop of Paradice, specializing in shaved ice and Banana Pudding Milkshakes.
In conjunction with the festivities, T-Pain released his new single “Club Husband” on streaming platforms. The song delves into the challenges between nightlife and commitment, generating buzz on social media prior to its launch. Additionally, a music video for “Club Husband” was announced to be released following the block party.
The evening concluded with the TP20: Celebrating 20 Years of T-Pain concert at the Tucker Civic Center, marking a significant milestone in his career. City Commissioner Jeremy Matlow spoke about T-Pain’s impact on the community, emphasizing the need for Tallahassee to become a hub for arts and culture. Local resident Monique Ewell expressed pride in T-Pain’s humility and connection to the neighborhood.
Looking towards the future, T-Pain is also preparing to launch his new energy shot brand, Good Game By T-Pain, which is set for nationwide availability in 2026. Through these efforts and the block party, T-Pain aims to give back to the community that shaped his career while celebrating the rich musical legacy he has cultivated over the past 20 years.
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- Tallahassee.com: T-Pain’s Block Party Menu
- WTXL: T-Pain’s Return to Tallahassee
- The Source: T-Pain’s Hometown Celebration
- Hot 97: T-Pain’s Hometown Block Party
- iHeart: T-Pain’s New Single Performance
- Wikipedia: T-Pain
- Google Search: T-Pain Block Party
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- Encyclopedia Britannica: T-Pain
- Google News: T-Pain 2025
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