Jordan Smith (musician)

Jordan Smith
Smith performing in 2016
Smith performing in 2016
Background information
Birth nameJordan Mackenzie Smith
Born (1993-11-04) November 4, 1993 (age 31)
Harlan, Kentucky, U.S.
Genres
Occupations
  • Singer
  • songwriter
Instruments
  • Vocals
  • piano
  • guitar
Years active2015–present
LabelsRepublic
Websitejordansmithofficial.com

Jordan Mackenzie Smith (born November 4, 1993)[1] is an American gospel singer, songwriter, and musician from Harlan, Kentucky. Smith began singing in his church choir and continued through his college education at Lee University.

In 2015 he gained national recognition when he won season 9 of the singing competition The Voice. During his time on The Voice he was the show's 1st artist of the season to reach No. 1 in sales of pop songs in the iTunes Store, and set new sales marks on Billboard charts. In 2022, he represented Kentucky on the American Song Contest with the song "Sparrow," finishing third place.

  1. ^ Elliott, Kevin (December 15, 2015). "Meet Jordan Smith: Harlan Kid and Winner of The Voice". Hamburg Journal. Lexington, Kentucky. Archived from the original on April 4, 2016. Retrieved March 23, 2016.