Gwen Stefani honored her “sweet and talented” middle son, Zuma Rossdale, with a heartfelt social media post this week.

On Thursday (Aug. 21), Zuma turned 17, and the proud mom of three shared several photos and a video showing his musical side. In the clip, Zuma sits on a porch wearing jeans and cowboy boots while strumming a guitar and singing Zach Bryan’s 2024 hit “Dawns.” Stefani can even be heard harmonizing from behind the camera.

 

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Zuma Rossdale Shows Off His Musical Talent

Fans were quick to notice Zuma’s natural musical ability. Music clearly runs in his family. His mother, Gwen Stefani, is a global pop icon, while his father, Gavin Rossdale, rose to fame as the lead singer of Bush in the 1990s.

Still, Zuma’s passion for country music appears to be influenced by his stepdad, Blake Shelton. Listeners pointed out how his vocal delivery and stage presence remind them of Shelton’s signature style.

Blake Shelton’s Influence on Zuma

At just 17 years old, Zuma has already taken small steps into the music scene. He has performed on stage at Shelton’s Ole Red bar in Oklahoma, where the country superstar proudly welcomed him.

According to Gavin Rossdale, his son has also spent time recording in the studio. Speaking to Us Weekly, he admitted:

“Zuma’s begun recording. He’s out of control. I’m not even the best singer in my house anymore. It’s super annoying.”

Both Stefani and Shelton are very supportive of Zuma’s journey, encouraging him to perform more often without applying pressure.

Could Zuma Rossdale Be Country Music’s Next Big Star?

While it’s still unclear if Zuma will officially pursue a career in country music, his early performances show plenty of promise. With guidance from Gwen Stefani, Gavin Rossdale, and Blake Shelton, he has strong mentors who know the music industry inside out.

Fans are already wondering: could the next country hit come from Zuma Rossdale?