William Maddox Batson, professionally known as Maddox Batson, is an American country-pop singer, songwriter, and social media personality.
He rose to prominence after his music covers and original songs went viral on TikTok, leading to a recording contract with Warner Records and Prosper Entertainment.
Batson is best known for songs including “Tears in the River,” “I Wanna Know,” “X’s,” “Girl in Green,” and “I Don’t Like You Anymore.”
Essential Data
- Full Name: William Maddox Batson
- Stage Name: Maddox Batson
- Born: December 13, 2009
- Age: 16 years old
- Birthplace: Nashville, Tennessee, United States
- Nationality: American
- Ethnicity: White (American)
- Occupation: Singer, Songwriter, Social Media Personality
- Height: 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in)
- Religion: Christianity
- Parents: Dan Batson and Salina Batson
- Siblings: One
- Spouse: Unknown
- Children: None
- Relationship: Single
- Net Worth: $500,000–$1 million USD
Early Life and Education
Maddox Batson was born on December 13, 2009, in Nashville, Tennessee, and later moved with his family to Birmingham, Alabama. He is the son of Dan Batson and Salina Batson.
He grew up with one sibling. Growing up, Batson was passionate about sports, particularly basketball, baseball, and football.
However, in 2022, he was diagnosed with Osgood-Schlatter disease, a knee condition that forced him to step away from competitive sports.
During his recovery, he began playing guitar and piano with his father and posting music videos on TikTok. As his music career rapidly expanded, he transitioned to homeschooling to accommodate touring and recording.
Career
Maddox Batson launched his music career by posting country music covers and original songs on TikTok, where his performances quickly attracted millions of views.
A viral cover of “Dancing in the Sky” helped introduce him to the music industry, leading to management deals and eventually a recording contract with Warner Records in partnership with Prosper Entertainment.
His debut single, “Tears in the River,” became a viral success, reaching Spotify’s U.S. Viral 50 chart and accumulating millions of streams. He followed with successful singles including “I Wanna Know,” “X’s,” and “Southbound.”
In 2025, Batson released his debut EP, First Dance, featuring songs such as “Girl in Green,” “Problem,” and “It Was You.”
That same year, he made his Grand Ole Opry debut and embarked on a sold-out headlining tour before joining Lainey Wilson on select dates of her Whirlwind World Tour. His rapid rise has made him one of the most promising young artists in country music.
Social Media
- Instagram: @maddoxbatson
- Facebook: Maddox Batson
- X (formerly Twitter): @maddoxbatson
- TikTok: @maddoxbatson
- YouTube Channel: Maddox Batson
Personal Life
Maddox Batson, 16, has been linked to Harper Zilmer. He does not have any children. He enjoys hunting, fishing, spending time with his family, and interacting with fans through social media.
Despite his early success, he has spoken about remaining focused on developing both as a songwriter and performer. Batson stands approximately 1.63 m (5 ft 4 in) tall.
Net Worth
Maddox Batson has an estimated net worth of $500,000–$1 million USD. His income comes from music streaming, live performances, touring, merchandise sales, social media partnerships, and songwriting.
Discography
- First Dance
- First Dance (The After Party)
- Tears in the River
- I Wanna Know
- X’s
- Southbound
- I Don’t Like You Anymore
- God Talkin’
- Somewhere South
- I Need a Truck
- Any Other Night
- If I See Her Again