T-Pain Honored in Hometown with T-Pain Lane & Key to the City
Photo credit: Julia Beverly
This past weekend, T-Pain—GRAMMY® Award-winning artist, cultural icon, and proud Tallahassee native—received the hometown love he deserves in a series of events that showcased both his impact on music and his ongoing influence in Tallahassee. With a street named in his honor, a key to the city, and a sold-out concert, T-Pain’s return home became a memorable celebration of community, culture, and creativity.
The day kicked off with the dedication of "T-Pain Lane," a newly renamed stretch of Pasco Street. T-Pain, whose real name is Faheem Najm, was greeted by friends, family, and fans, all gathered to celebrate the artist who put Tallahassee on the map.
Surrounded by loved ones and supporters, T-Pain’s journey came full circle as the city acknowledged his contributions and influence that have spanned nearly two decades. Mayor John Dailey, who presented T-Pain with a golden key to the city, emphasized the artist's significant impact, saying, “He has had a tremendous impact on Tallahassee. He’s had a tremendous impact on the kids of Tallahassee, and he’s a great role model and a great example.”
For T-Pain, the honor was more than a symbol—it was a homecoming and a chance to walk through memories of the city that shaped him. After a long list of accomplishments, including 50 million singles sold, multiple #1 hits on the Billboard Hot 100, and billions of streams, T-Pain’s roots remain close to his heart. His initials may stand for “Tallahassee Pain,” but on this day, he proudly carried the city’s name.
The dedication ceremony culminated in a sold-out concert at The Adderley Amphitheater at Cascades Park, where T-Pain took the stage to a packed crowd that sold out within a week. Hosted by Visit Tallahassee and the Leon County Government, the concert celebrated T-Pain’s music career and his dedication to his hometown.
Addressing the audience, T-Pain reflected, “Everything that went on today was just a dream come true.” The energy was electric as fans gathered to watch one of their own create another unforgettable Tallahassee moment.
And if that wasn’t enough, T-Pain is closing out the year with a string of high-profile appearances, including headlining the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and performing at the iHeartRadio Jingle Ball stops in Los Angeles, Miami, and Atlanta.
Beyond music, T-Pain’s influence spans industries—from music and streaming to Nappy Boy Entertainment, Nappy Boy Gaming, and even Nappy Boy Automotive, the artist continues to build a legacy that resonates beyond his chart-topping hits.
T-Pain’s impact on Tallahassee and the music industry stands as a testament to his versatility, creative vision, and love for his community. As T-Pain Lane becomes a permanent mark on his hometown, it also symbolizes his journey from Tallahassee to global fame—a journey that, in true T-Pain style, is just getting started.
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