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Warren Donald Zeiders carved his path in country music through an unconventional route that began at Frostburg State University in Maryland, where he studied business while simultaneously building a massive social media following. During his college years, Zeiders started recording and posting cover songs on TikTok, a platform that would become instrumental in launching his professional career. His authentic delivery and raw vocal talent resonated with millions of viewers, transforming what started as a college student’s creative outlet into a legitimate launching pad for a recording career.
The transition from bedroom recordings to professional releases happened remarkably quickly; his original song “Ride the Lightning” accumulated over 500 million views on TikTok alone, demonstrating the kind of viral success that traditional music industry pathways rarely achieve. This digital groundswell caught the attention of Warner Records, which signed him in 2022 and has remained his label home ever since.
Zeiders has released four studio albums under Warner Records, each marking distinct phases in his artistic development. His debut effort, Acoustic Covers, arrived on August 6, 2021, featuring his interpretations of songs by Tyler Childers, Afroman, Lynyrd Skynyrd, and others. The deluxe edition included his cover of “Outskirts of Heaven” featuring Craig Campbell, who originally recorded the track. This album served as both an introduction to Zeiders’ vocal capabilities and a tribute to the artists who influenced his musical foundation.
His second album, 717 Tapes the Album, released on September 19, 2022, combined material from two previously released EPs titled 717 Tapes and 717 Tapes, Vol. II from 2021 and 2022, respectively. His third studio album, Pretty Little Poison, arrived on August 18, 2023, and marked a significant commercial breakthrough, reaching number 16 on the Billboard 200 and number 2 on the Top Country Albums chart, while earning RIAA Gold certification. His fourth studio album, Relapse, was released on August 23, 2024, continuing his prolific output and maintaining his presence on country music charts.
The biggest hit of Zeiders’ career thus far has been “Pretty Little Poison,” which became his debut single to country radio on July 10, 2023. The song climbed steadily through the charts before reaching number one on the Country Airplay chart in February 2024, marking his first chart-topping single. The track also performed well on other Billboard metrics, peaking at number 56 on the Hot 100 and earning both RIAA Platinum certification in the United States and Gold certification in Canada. Beyond this signature hit, Zeiders has achieved notable success with “Ride the Lightning,” which debuted at number 30 on the Hot Country Songs chart and earned Platinum certifications in both the United States and Canada.
Other singles that have charted include “Heartbreaker,” which reached number 41 on the Country Songs chart, and “Sin So Sweet,” which peaked at number 31 on the same chart. His song “The Cards I’ve Been Dealt” was included on Twisters: The Album in July 2024, expanding his reach to soundtrack work. In January 2025, Zeiders announced a double album titled Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal, which was released on March 14, 2025, featuring promotional singles “Can a Heart Take” and “Without You.”
Throughout his career, Zeiders has earned multiple certifications that validate his commercial impact. “Ride the Lightning” achieved Platinum status from the RIAA in the United States and from Music Canada. “Pretty Little Poison” earned Platinum certification in Canada and Gold certification in the United States. The album Pretty Little Poison itself received RIAA Gold certification, recognizing sales of 500,000 equivalent album units. These certifications reflect not just streaming numbers but genuine fan engagement and commercial success across multiple formats.
His songs have also charted in international markets; “You for a Reason” reached number 23 on the New Zealand Hot Singles Chart in October 2024, while several other tracks including “Betrayal,” “Intoxicated,” “Can a Heart Take,” “Without You,” and “Love in Letting Go” have also appeared on the New Zealand charts, demonstrating his appeal extends beyond North American audiences.
Zeiders has established himself as a touring artist through multiple headlining runs and support slots with established acts. His headlining tours include the Up To No Good Tour in 2022, the Pretty Little Poison Tour spanning 2023 to 2024, and the Relapse, Lies, and Betrayal Tour running from 2024 to 2025. These extended touring commitments demonstrate his ability to draw audiences consistently across different markets and time periods. In 2024, he served as support on Jelly Roll’s Beautifully Broken Tour, exposing his music to larger venue audiences and expanding his fan base through association with one of country music’s most prominent contemporary stars. This combination of headlining shows and strategic support slots has allowed Zeiders to build a sustainable touring presence while continuing to release new music at a rapid pace.
Zeiders’ appeal in the country music business stems from several factors that distinguish him from traditional Nashville artists. His social media-first approach to building an audience represents a modern path to success that bypasses the conventional industry gatekeepers; he cultivated millions of fans before ever releasing official studio material. His vocal delivery carries an emotional authenticity that connects with listeners seeking raw, unpolished honesty in their music, contrasting with the heavily produced sound that dominates much of mainstream country radio.
The TikTok-to-radio pipeline that launched his career has become increasingly common, but Zeiders executed it earlier and more successfully than most, demonstrating genuine staying power beyond viral moments. His consistent output, releasing four studio albums and numerous singles within just a few years, keeps him relevant in an industry where artists often disappear between album cycles. Additionally, his willingness to embrace both traditional country influences (evidenced by his cover choices on Acoustic Covers) and contemporary production techniques positions him as an artist who respects the genre’s history while pushing it forward.
Complete List Of Warren Zeiders Songs From A to Z
- Addictions – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Ain’t Been Found (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Bad – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Betrayal – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Black and Blue – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Boys for Life (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Burn It Down (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Can a Heart Take – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Colt 45 – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Coming Down High – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Cowboy Rides Away – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Cover Me Up – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Crying Whiskey – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Dark Night (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Death of a Cowboy – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Devil I Know – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Dirt Road Don’t (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Drunk Driving – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Every Single Version of You – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Everything Comes to Go Away – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Feeling Whitney – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Fight Like Hell – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- God Only Knows – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Happy Hurts – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Heartbreaker – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Heavy Pour – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- High Desert Road – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Highway Run – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Intoxicated – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Inside Your Head – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Lady May – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Lies – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Love in Letting Go (with Lanie Gardner) – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Love on the Line – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Love’s a Leavin’ – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Loving and Hating You (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Never Look Back (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Nose On The Grindstone – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- One Hell of an Angel – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Pain Killer – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Pittsburgh Steel – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Porch Swing Angel – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Pretty Little Poison – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Pretty Little Poison (demo version) – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Pretty Little Poison (piano version) – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Relapse – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Ride the Lightning (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Sin So Sweet – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Some Whiskey – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Southbound (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Stone – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Stone’s Throw Away – Relapse / Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Take It to the Grave – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Tell Me Like It Is – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- This Damn Song – Acoustic Covers – August 8, 2021
- Up to No Good – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Weeping Willow – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Weeping Willow (acoustic version) – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- West Texas Weather – Pretty Little Poison – August 18, 2023
- Wild Horse (717 Tapes) – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Wild Horse – 717 Tapes the Album – September 19, 2022
- Withdrawal – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- Without You – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
- You for a Reason – Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal – August 23, 2024
Albums
Acoustic Covers (August 8, 2021): 9 songs
717 Tapes the Album (September 19, 2022): 15 songs
Pretty Little Poison (August 18, 2023): 20 songs
Relapse (August 23, 2024): 10 songs
Relapse, Lies, & Betrayal (August 23, 2024): 21 songs
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