Let's make this birthday one to remember.

45 years old (Born on December 26, 1979)

Happy Birthday, Chris Daughtry! From rocking the American Idol stage to topping charts worldwide, you've proven that sometimes not winning first place is actually a blessing in disguise. Your powerful voice and heartfelt lyrics have inspired countless fans—plus given karaoke enthusiasts everywhere something ambitious (and slightly embarrassing) to aim for.

Recently, your continued success with electrifying performances and new music reminds us all why we fell in love with you back on Idol. Here's hoping this birthday hits higher notes than ever before—and remember: age is just another number... kind of like votes from Simon Cowell! Keep rockin', Chris!