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A lot of artists play their music for their kids to get a good, honest opinion of songs. But Thomas Rhett has learned that getting his kids’ opinions on the way to the soccer field yields strong feelings.

“You know, I think my kids always lean towards beat and melody, and then I’m usually one that leans towards words. So, playing a super heartfelt ballad on the way to soccer practice is just not what’s going to get my kids juiced up.”