One more year, and then unsure of what the future will hold. Is Trace Adkins nearing the end of his time in the limelight? While it’s not confirmed, the “Songs About Me” singer hinted that it might be sooner than some fans would have hoped for. Breaking out in 1996 with his debut album Dreamin’ Out Loud, which featured his first top-five hit, “Every Light in the House,” and his first number-one single, “(This Ain’t) No Thinkin’ Thing,” Adkins was an instant country music star. Winning the ACM Award for Top New Male Artist the following year, Adkins solidified his seat at the table and continued to deliver country music gold as the years went on. He’s best known for late ’90s and early 2000s hits such as the infamous “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” and “Swing,” as well as other popular tracks such as “Every Light In the House,” “You’re Gonna Miss This” and “Ladies Love Country Boys.” Beyond the patented baritone vocals and deep, southern drawl, however, is a long history of near-encounters with death throughout his life… but that’s another conversation for another time. After 30 years in the spotlight, however, Adkins is thinking about dialing it back in the coming years. Speaking to Entertainment Tonight at the premiere of his film I Can Only Imagine 2, out everywhere on February 20, the country music icon reflected on his lengthy career, spanning music and acting. “I just can’t believe I’m still around, and maybe somewhat relevant, you know, still. I’m just proud to be here and glad that I have fans who have stuck with me all these decades. And I’m going to give them another year, you know.” ET’s Cassie DiLaura then asked Adkins if he had another thirty years in him, to which Adkins responded, “No.” While he’s not sure when he will retire, Adkins hinted it might come after his 30th-anniversary tour, which is about to get underway. “I don’t have another 30 in me. I do not, no. No, I’m going give them this year. I’m going to tour hard this year, but then I can’t promise you anything after that.” DiLaura then asked if Adkins was looking for a sign to slow down, or if there was anything that he was seeking before making that call to retire. Adkins cheekily replied that he knew it was time to retire a long time ago, but his team wasn’t ready to give him that option. “I knew ten years ago. But my accountant was like, ‘No.'” Adkins still tours heavily, and 30 years on the road will take a toll on you mentally and physically. As Adkins mentioned at the start of this interview, he lives in the woods, and I bet he’s ready to enjoy some of that peace and quiet without a tour looming in his schedule. Time will tell if Adkins is serious about retiring at the end of his tour this year. However, even if he does retire, I doubt it will be the last we see of the “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” singer. If Adkins is serious about retiring after this tour, check which cities he will be in so you don’t miss the chance to see him on stage. View this post on Instagram The post Trace Adkins Hints At Possibility Of Retiring After His 30th Anniversary Tour first appeared on Whiskey Riff.