DeAndre Presley: Future country music star?
If DeAndre Presley’s football career doesn’t pan out, maybe he’ll make it as a country music star.
You can check him out YouTube. Search for “TreyDre the only one.”
You’ll find quarterback Presley and former quarterback and current receivers coach Trey Elder exhibiting their musical ability.
Presley not only can pass for 2,000 yards and run for 1,000 in a season, he can belt out a tune.
He and Elder have collaborated on some songs, including their own “The Only One.” They’re in the process of putting together a CD.
“I’ve written about four or five songs, and I’m learning to play the guitar,” Presley said. “My album will be out soon.”
All he needs is a break, and maybe a cowboy hat.
Presley has been singing since he was a kid, mostly in church, and became enamored with country music his freshman season.
“It’s just another hobby that I’ve picked up, and I love it,” said Presley, whose favorite artists are Brad Paisley, Darius Rucker and Rascal Flatts.
“The country music thing, I’m going for it. I’m actually getting serious about it. I love country music for the simple fact that there is a story behind every song.”
Elder said: “It’s for fun. He thinks he’s the next Charley Pride but he can sing a little bit and he’s a great writer. He’s got all kinds of stuff he has written, so I play guitar a little bit and we just got together and put some things together.”
Teammates have given decent reviews. Travaris Cadet said that country music isn’t exactly his thing – “I’m more on the rap side” – but he appreciates Presley’s effort.
“He can sing,” Cadet said. “He tries to throw a little Jagged Edge in there every once in a while. I think he’ll be in the talent show one day.”