Jordan Carl Wheeler Davis, born on March 30, 1988, in Shreveport, Louisiana, is a prominent figure in American country pop music.
Raised by his mother, Luwanna, and father, Ricky, Davis grew up immersed in a musical environment, influenced significantly by his uncle, Stan Paul Davis, a successful Nashville songwriter.
After earning an Environmental Science degree from Louisiana State University, Davis moved to Nashville in 2012 to pursue a career in music, eventually signing with Universal Music Group Nashville’s MCA Nashville division in 2016.
His journey from a small-town Louisiana native to a celebrated country artist reflects his dedication to crafting authentic, relatable songs that resonate with a wide audience.
Siblings
Jordan has one sibling, his older brother Jacob Davis, who is also a country music singer and songwriter.
Jacob has played a significant role in Jordan’s career, co-writing songs such as “Take It From Me,” which became one of Jordan’s early number-one hits on Country Airplay.
Their uncle, Stan Paul Davis, known for penning Tracy Lawrence’s hits like “Today’s Lonely Fool” and “Better Man, Better Off,” served as an inspiration for both brothers, showing them that songwriting could be a viable profession.
Career
Davis’ career took off after he moved to Nashville, where he honed his songwriting skills before securing a recording contract with MCA Nashville.
His debut album, Home State (2018), introduced his signature blend of country and pop, featuring hits like “Singles You Up,” “Take It From Me,” and “Slow Dance in a Parking Lot,” all of which reached number one on Country Airplay.
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In 2020, he released a self-titled extended play, showcasing tracks like “Cool Anymore,” “Detours,” and “Almost Maybes.”
His second full-length album, Bluebird Days (2023), solidified his status as a leading country artist, producing four consecutive number-one singles, including “What My World Spins Around,” “Next Thing You Know,” “Tucson Too Late,” and the five-times platinum “Buy Dirt” featuring Luke Bryan.
Davis has toured extensively, supporting artists like Luke Combs and Dierks Bentley, and headlining his own Damn Good Time Tour in 2024.
His upcoming album, Learn The Hard Way, set for release in August 2025, includes new singles like “I Ain’t Sayin’” and “Know You Like That.”
Beyond performing, Davis has co-written songs for other artists, such as “Broken Umbrella” for Jojo Mason, showcasing his versatility in the industry.
Accolades
Jordan’s single “Buy Dirt,” featuring Luke Bryan, earned him the CMA Song of the Year in 2022 and the NSAI Song of the Year in 2023, along with nominations for ACM Song of the Year and Single of the Year.
“Next Thing You Know” won the ACM Song of the Year in 2024 and was nominated for CMA Song of the Year, Single of the Year, and Music Video of the Year in 2023.
Davis has also received nominations for ACM Male Artist of the Year, iHeartRadio Music Awards’ Best Lyrics, and Country Song of the Year for “Buy Dirt.”
His debut album, Home State, achieved platinum certification, while Bluebird Days earned double platinum status.
In 2019, he was named Billboard’s Top New Country Artist and received the iHeartRadio Music Award for Best New Country Artist, alongside two ACM nominations for New Male Artist of the Year.
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