Josh Gracin
Joshua Mario Gracin (/ˈɡreɪsɪn/; born October 18, 1980) is an American country music singer. A retired member of the United States Marine Corps, he first gained public attention as the fourth-place finalist on the second season of American Idol.
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| Background information | |
| Birth name | Joshua Mario Gracin |
| Born | October 18, 1980 |
| Origin | Westland, Michigan, United States |
| Genres | Country |
| Occupation(s) | Singer |
| Instrument(s) | Vocals, guitar |
| Years active | 2003–present |
| Labels | Lyric Street, Average Joes Entertainment |
| Website | joshgracinofficial.com |
| Military career | |
| Allegiance | United States of America |
| Service/ | United States Marine Corps |
| Years of service | 2000-2004 |
| Rank | Lance Corporal |
| Unit | 1st Maintenance Battalion |
After his elimination from the show, Gracin completed his service in the Marine Corps, and after his honorable discharge, he signed a record deal with Lyric Street Records. His self-titled debut album was released in 2004. It produced a number one hit, "Nothin' to Lose", and two more top five hits on the Billboard Hot Country Singles & Tracks charts, and was certified gold by the Recording Industry Association of America. His second album, We Weren't Crazy, followed in 2008. This album produced five more chart singles, including a top ten in its title track. After signing with Average Joe's in 2010 he released "Cover Girl."