Congratulations to Nashville Star Winner Melissa Lawson

Congratulations to the winner of this season’s Nashville Star, 32 year old Melissa Lawson.of Arlington, Texas. Lawson was the winner of a Toyota Tundra pick-up and, most importantly, a recording contract with Warner Brothers Nashville. The mother of five will be giving the truck to her husband Rick, who has been taking care of the kids, whose ages range from 8 months to 11 years old, allowing her to pursue her dreams.

Lawson has the honor of singing her first single,  “Key West” on August 12 at the Olympics in Beijing.

Nashville Star Starts June 6

Just a reminder that Nashville Star begins its new season Monday at 9PM on NBC. Here’s a sneek peek: