Nate Smith, born in Paradise, California, is an American country music singer-songwriter whose journey from small-town roots to national acclaim is marked by resilience and passion. Introduced to music by his church youth leader, Smith cites Garth Brooks, Tom Petty, and Fleetwood Mac as early influences. After moving to Nashville at 23, he signed with Word Records and opened for artists like Brett Eldredge and Eli Young Band. In 2018, after losing his home in the Camp Fire, Smith penned "One of These Days," capturing national attention. His song "Wildfire" went viral on TikTok in 2020, leading to a deal with Sony Music Nashville. His self-titled debut album in 2023 featured hits like "Whiskey on You" and "World on Fire," the latter tying a record for the longest-running number one single on Country Airplay. Smith's music blends country soul with rock energy and gospel-tinged vocals, drawing comparisons to Chris Stapleton and Rascal Flatts. His latest album, "California Gold," released in October 2024, showcases his evolution as an artist, featuring collaborations with Avril Lavigne. ([en.wikipedia.org](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nate_Smith_%28singer%29?utm_source=openai))