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Dan + Shay's 'Say So': A Raw Look at Mental Health

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Dan + Shays new single Say So marks a departure from their usual romantic themes, delving into mental health struggles inspired by the loss of their friend Ben Vaughn. The track, written with Jimmy Robbins and David Hodges, captures the hidden pain behind a smile. Shay Mooney initially worried it was too heavy, but the raw truth resonates with fans, reminding us no ones full story is known. The duos upcoming album, following a brief hiatus, promises more personal tracks. If youre struggling, reach out for help.

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Dan + Shay's 'Say So': A Raw Look at Mental Health

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Entertainment & Celebrity News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!Dan + Shay's 'Say So': A Raw Look at Mental Health. Machine-transcribed; use the interactive transcript above to jump the player to any line.

It's April 5th. This is Entertainment and Celebrity News today, powered by AI, your daily dose of celebrity buzz. Dan plus Shay just dropped their new single Seizo, and it's a big shift for the Grammy-winning country duo of Dan Smires and Shay Mooney. After hits full of romance, this one's diving deep into mental health struggles, hitting hard with real emotion. The track came from a tough place, inspired by the 2025 death of their friend and mentor, Ben Vaughan, head of Warner Chappell Music, publishing. They wrote it with Jimmy Robbins and David Hodges, capturing that shock when pain hides behind a smile. Shay Mooney opened up about wondering if it was too heavy for their vibe, but he nailed it, saying folks often look fine outside while battling, inside. It's their raw truth-making fans connect, reminding us no one knows the full story. Earlier this year, on March 31st, 2026, they posted a heartfelt letter on Instagram after a short hiatus. They thanked fans for patience, shared how their friendship's stronger than ever, and

hyped time in the studio, sparking their best creativity since. Their debut album back in 2013. Now with the music video out, bringing those lyrics to life, Seizo kicks off their upcoming album, packed with even more personal tracks. If you're hurting, hit up 988 for help anytime. Music like this shows were not alone.

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