Thomas Rhett’s lips aren’t zipped!

The country star, 31, revealed on the red carpet of the 57thAcademy of Country Music AwardsMonday that he suffered a bit of a wardrobe malfunction earlier in the evening.

Thomas Rhett stepped out in a cerulean blue suit, and toldEntertainment Tonightthat there had been a problem with his pants.

“My zipper fell off right before, so I’m taped up,” he explained. “So, I’m trying to stand really still right now, so make sure the camera’s just like right here.”

Despite the dilemma, the “Die a Happy Man” singer said he was honored to be involved in the big night for country music.

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Thomas Rhett

“I mean, first time we’ve done this with real people in a while, and I got out of the car right beforeDolly [Parton]. I was like, ‘This is amazing,’ " Thomas Rhett said. “Getting to perform two songs, nominated twice, just very, very blessed to be here.”

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57th Academy of Country Music Awards - Arrivals

In conversation withET, Thomas Rhett also revealed his early birthday plans, saying he’s looking to taking a ski trip with wifeLauren Akinsahead of his March 30 birthday.

“We are going to Telluride, Colorado,” he said. “It’s like one of our favorite places to go, and Mom and Dad haven’t had a just us two trip in a minute, so, we’re looking forward to it.”

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Thomas Rhett, Lauren Akins

The couple are parents to four daughters – Willa Gray, 6, Ada James, 4, Lennon Love, 2, and Lillie Carolina, 4 months – and Thomas Rhett said he also suspects his kids will do something sweet on his special day.

“I’ll be 32, which is crazy to me, probably just a chill day with the kids,” he said. “They will probably make me a sweet little birthday card or something like that.”

source: people.com