Dan Smyers is an American country music singer and songwriter, best known as one half of the duo Dan + Shay. Born on August 16, 1987, in Wexford, Pennsylvania, he began his music career in Nashville, Tennessee. Smyers is recognized for his smooth vocals and ability to blend country with pop influences. Alongside his musical partner, Shay Mooney, Dan + Shay gained fame with hits like "Tequila" and "Speechless." The duo has received multiple awards, including Grammy Awards and Country Music Association Awards, solidifying their place in the contemporary country music scene.