Carly Pearce for the cover of The House magazine, shot at Laissez Faire at The Beekman Hotel in New York City. Dress, Staud. Jewelry, Alexis Bittar. 

Carly Pearce, the GRAMMY® Award-winning country singer-songwriter, is a testament to the power of determination, resilience, and authenticity. After recently releasing her highly anticipated fourth studio album, hummingbird, Pearce reflects on her journey from a small-town girl with big dreams to a celebrated artist at the pinnacle of her career.
Leaving her Kentucky home at 16 to work at Dollywood, Pearce was driven by a passion that few her age possess. "I think that taught me drive, determination, and work ethic," Pearce shares. "It is insane for me to look back and think that I had that kind of ‘no plan B’ fire in my eyes for this dream, but I think it’s what continues to fuel my love of country music and wanting to strive for more. It also taught me from a young age just what ‘hard work’ meant."
Growing up, Pearce was heavily influe...