T-Pain Honored By The City Of Tallahasse

Source: Courtesy / Julia Beverly

It was a huge weekend for legendary Florida artist T-Pain! The 40 year-old was recognized by his hometown of Tallahasse with a street renamed after him. Continue reading to find out more!

On Sunday (November 10th) morning, Tallahasse Mayor John Dailey and other city officials recognized “Tallahasse-Pain” for his contributions to music and his commitment to the community. Dailey presented T-Pain, whose real name is Faheem Rashad Najm, with the key to the city in front of a delighted crowd at Walker Ford Community Center.

“As a hometown hero, T-Pain has inspired countless fans and artists worldwide, and we’re proud to call him one of our own.” said Dailey. The Mayor also thanked the honoree for making them #TallahasseProud.

That wasn’t it though. On top of receiving the key to the city, the two-time Grammy Award-winning artist was also immortalized in his city in another special way. The Leon County native was honored by getting a street named after him. Pasco Street (which lands between Tucker Street and Orange Avenue) has been renamed to “T-Pain Lane.” The street sign officially went up last Friday.

“This is an honor,” said T-Pain. “I represent my city everywhere I go. I want people to know that you can make it from anywhere.”

Although Teddy Penderazzdown received the key to the city and had a street renamed after him, there was another reason he was in town. Tallahasse had their Bicentennial Festival commemorating the city’s 200th anniversary. After T-Pain received his flowers from his city, he once again gave back.

In front of a crowd of about 4,000 people or so at Cascades Park inside the Adderley Amphitheater, the “I’m Sprung” singer put on a show. He blessed his loyal fans with performances of some of his biggest hits including “Bartender” and “The Good Life” to name a few. It was a special moment for T-Pain, whose career has spanned over 20 years. He was finally able to put on the show he wanted for the city that put him on.