Let's make this birthday one to remember.

44 years old (Born on August 12, 1980)

Happy Birthday, Matthew Thiessen! From rocking out as Relient K's charismatic frontman to penning lyrics that made us laugh and reflect simultaneously—your talent is timeless. Whether it's the playful nostalgia of "Sadie Hawkins Dance" or the heartfelt honesty in "Be My Escape," you've given fans countless reasons to smile (and occasionally embarrassingly sing along at stoplights).

Here's hoping your birthday hits all the right notes, just like every album you’ve gifted us over these years. May this year bring even more memorable melodies, hilarious stage banter moments, and continued success on tour—and perhaps fewer awkward haircuts from past music videos!