In preparation for Jake Owen's concert Saturday at the Bismarck Civic Center, here are five facts you may not know about the 'Beachin' singer.

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    His Legal Name is Joshua

    Owen's label suggested changing his name to Jake in order to avoid confusion with other country artists such as Josh Turner and Josh Gracin. Even though his fans call him Jake, his family still refers to him as Josh.

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    He Has a Twin Brother

    Owen has a fraternal twin brother named Jarrod who resides in Florida. Owen joked on the talk show 'Chelsea Lately' about helping his brother get ladies by talking to them on the phone.

    Click here to see a photo of Jake and his brother.

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    His Original Dream was to be a Professional Golfer

    Owen attended Florida State University on a golf scholarship. A wakeboard accident resulting in a shoulder injury ended his hopes of a professional career. Lucky for us, he turned to music!

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    The Lips Tattooed on His Bicep are His Wife's

    Owen got Lacey Buchanan's lips tattooed on his arm before they were hitched. The couple married in May 2012 and welcomed their baby girl, Olive Pearl, that November.

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    His Signature Gold Chain has Sentimental Meaning

    Owen's father proposed to his mother in the Cayman Islands and bought the gold chain while there. His father wore it all his life until passing it down to his son. Owen is often seen wearing the chain while performing.

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