Rob Thomas is an American singer-songwriter and musician, best known as the lead vocalist of the rock band Matchbox Twenty. He was born on February 14, 1972, in Landstuhl, Germany, and raised in Florida. Thomas gained fame in the late 1990s with hits like "Push" and "3AM," which contributed to the band's commercial success. In addition to his work with Matchbox Twenty, Rob Thomas has pursued a solo career, releasing albums such as "Something to Be" in 2005. He is also known for his collaborations with other artists, including the Grammy-winning song "Smooth" with Santana. Thomas has received multiple awards for his contributions to music.