Let's make this birthday one to remember.

76 years old (Born on April 14, 1949)

Happy Birthday, Kostas! Another year older, another hit song wiser. You've penned timeless tunes for legends like Travis Tritt and George Strait—proving that your talent ages better than fine whiskey. Honestly, at this point, Nashville should just rename a street after you (or at least a honky-tonk).

Here's to celebrating the man whose lyrics have made us laugh, cry, and occasionally embarrass ourselves singing loudly in traffic. May your birthday be filled with as much joy as you've given country music fans everywhere—and may your next award-winning collaboration come with fewer late-night songwriting sessions and more cake!