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Nate Smith (singer)

Nate Smith (born September 19, 1985) is an American country music singer signed to Sony Music Nashville.[1] After his song "Wildfire" went viral on TikTok in 2020, he signed a publishing deal with Sony/ATV. He gained prominence on social media before landing his major label record deal. He was previously signed to Word Records.[2]

Nate Smith
Born (1985-09-19) September 19, 1985 (age 39)
Paradise, California
GenresCountry, Country rock
OccupationSinger-songwriter
Instrument(s)Vocals, guitar
Years active2018–present
Labels
Websitenatesmithofficial.com

Early life and career

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Born and raised in Paradise, California, Smith was introduced to performing music by his church youth leader and cites Garth Brooks, Tom Petty, and Fleetwood Mac as his early influences. After moving to Nashville at age 23, he signed a record deal with Word Records and a publishing deal with Centricity Music. During this time, he opened for artists including Brett Eldredge, Eli Young Band, and X Ambassadors.[3] Nate will be performing at "Wild West Festival" in Hays Kansas in summer of 2024.[4]

After returning to Paradise, California, in 2018, Smith's home burned down in the Butte County Camp Fire.[5] The tragedy inspired him to write his breakout song "One of These Days". News of the release was reported by local press and several national outlets including NPR, which encouraged Smith to return to Nashville and continue pursuing music.[6]

After relocating, Smith released his next single, "Wildfire". A clip of the performer singing his track went viral on the social media platform TikTok, gaining over 3 million views.[7] A few months later, in November 2021, Smith signed a record deal with Sony Music Nashville and dropped his major label debut, "Raised Up", which he co-wrote with hit songwriter Jonathan Smith. He soon followed it with "I Don't Wanna Go to Heaven".[8] The track helped land him on 2022 Artists to Watch lists by Country Now, Country Lifestyle Network and PopWrapped.[9][10][11]

After Arista Nashville closed in March 2023, Smith was reassigned to RCA Records' Nashville division.[12] The song "Bulletproof" was released on February 2, 2024 as the lead single from Smith's EP Through the Smoke.[13] The song was subsequently re-recorded featuring Avril Lavigne. This version was released on May 16, 2024.[14]

"Can You Die from a Broken Heart", was released on September 30, 2024, four days ahead of the California Gold's release.[15] The song features vocals by Avril Lavigne, who had previously collaborated with Smith in May 2024.[16]

Discography

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Studio albums

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List of studio albums, with selected details and chart positions
Title Details Peak chart positions Certifications
US
[17] 		US
Country
[18] 		CAN
[19]
Nate Smith 30 6 24
California Gold
  • Released: October 4, 2024
  • Label: Sony Music
  • Formats: CD, download
 65 12 45

EPs

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EP, with selected details
Title Details
Through the Smoke
  • Released: April 5, 2024
  • Label: Sony Music
  • Formats: Digital download

Singles

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List of singles, with selected chart positions and certifications
Title Year Peak positions Certifications Album
US
[22] 		US
Country
Songs
[23] 		US Country Airplay
[24] 		CAN
[25] 		CAN Country
[26] 		NZ
Hot
[27]
"Whiskey on You" 2022 43 11 1 — 1 — Nate Smith[20]
"World on Fire" 2023 21 6 1 39 1 —
"Bulletproof" 2024 37 10 3 52 3 20 California Gold
"Drinkin' Buddies"
(with Lee Brice and Hailey Whitters)[29] 		— — 26 — 59 — TBA
"I Like It"
(with Alesso) 		— — — 60 — — California Gold
"Can You Die from a Broken Heart"
(featuring Avril Lavigne) 		—[A] 29 — — — —

Promotional singles

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List of promotional singles, with selected chart positions and certifications
Title Year Peak positions Certifications Album
US
[31] 		US
Country
Songs
[32] 		NZ
Hot
[33]
"Under My Skin" 2020 — — — Nate Smith[20]
"I Don't Wanna Go to Heaven" 2021 — — —
"Wreckage" 2022 69 20 —
"Fix What You Didn't Break" 2024 88 24 27 California Gold

Notes

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  1. ^ "Can You Die from a Broken Heart" did not enter the Billboard Hot 100, but peaked at number two on the Bubbling Under Hot 100 chart.[30]

References

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  1. ^ "Sony Music Nashville Signs Nate Smith". MusicRow.com. 2021-11-05. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  2. ^ "Sony Music Nashville C&I Country Roundup - C&I Magazine". Cowboys and Indians Magazine. 2021-12-21. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  3. ^ "Sony/ATV Nashville Signs Nate Smith To Worldwide Deal". MusicRow.com. 2020-10-16. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  4. ^ "Wild West Festival". Wild West Festival. 2024-06-15. Retrieved 2024-06-24.
  5. ^ Barber, Molly. "One Of These Days, Our Interview with Nate Smith". Mountain Valley Living.
  6. ^ "A Song Of Tribute To The Lost Town Of Paradise". NPR.org. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  7. ^ "Natesmithcountry on TikTok". TikTok. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  8. ^ Nicholson, Jessica (2021-11-19). "First Country: Chris Stapleton, Adele, Cole Swindell, Lainey Wilson, Gabby Barrett". Billboard. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  9. ^ Liptak, Carena (2021-12-28). "Country Next: 15 Artists to Watch in 2022". Country Now. Retrieved 2022-01-24.
  10. ^ Rian, Lindsi (2022-01-10). "Music Monday: One's to Watch in 2022". Cowboy Lifestyle Network. Retrieved 2022-01-25.
  11. ^ Perkins, Trevor. "31 Country Newcomers To Watch In 2022".
  12. ^ Jem Aswad (March 23, 2023). "Sony Music Dissolves Arista Nashville Label". Variety. Retrieved March 27, 2023.
  13. ^ Lauren Hoffman (February 9, 2024). "Nate Smith Delivers New Single, Announces Through The Smoke EP". Backstage Country. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
  14. ^ Kelly Fisher (May 15, 2024). "Nate Smith Texts Avril Lavigne With A 'Crazy Idea' — See The Conversation". New Country 103.9. Retrieved May 15, 2024.
  15. ^ White, Logan (September 30, 2024). "Avril Lavigne, Nate Smith team up for new single "Can You Die From a Broken Heart"". Substream Magazine. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  16. ^ Bolwell, Richard (October 1, 2024). "Nate Smith & Avril Lavigne Reunite For "Can You Die From A Broken Heart"". MNPR Magazine. Retrieved October 2, 2024.
  17. ^ Peaks on the Billboard 200:
  18. ^ Peaks on the Top Country Albums:
  19. ^ Peaks on the Canadian Albums Chart:
  20. ^ a b c Iahn, Buddy (November 18, 2022). "Nate Smith drops 'Wreckage'". The Music Universe. Retrieved November 21, 2022.
  21. ^ a b c d e f "American certifications – Nate Smith". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved April 16, 2024.
  22. ^ Peaks on the Hot 100:
  23. ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. September 26, 2022. Retrieved September 27, 2022.
  24. ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. January 27, 2023. Retrieved January 28, 2023.
  25. ^ Peaks on the Canadian Hot 100:
  26. ^ References for Canada Country:
  27. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. February 19, 2024. Retrieved February 16, 2024.
  28. ^ a b c "Canadian certifications – Nate Smith". Music Canada. Retrieved December 23, 2023.
  29. ^ "Excited to announce "Drinkin' Buddies"... - Lee Brice on X". Twitter. April 9, 2024. Retrieved April 10, 2024.
  30. ^ "Avril Lavigne Chart History: Bubbling Under Hot 100". Billboard. Retrieved October 15, 2024.
  31. ^ Peaks on the Hot 100:
  32. ^ Peaks on the Hot Country Songs chart:
  33. ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. September 2, 2024. Retrieved August 30, 2024.
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