Three-time GRAMMY winners Dan + Shay are back with Young, their sixth studio album, and one track in particular is making massive waves: “The Old Guys” featuring Cody Johnson.

If you’ve been following these global superstars, you already know the numbers are staggering. They’ve pulled in over 14 billion global streams, racked up 139 worldwide career Multi-PLATINUM, PLATINUM, and GOLD sales certifications, and stacked 60 US RIAA and 81 international awards along the way. But with Young, they aren’t just resting on their massive legacy—they’re pushing their sound into entirely new territory.

Why “The Old Guys” Is the Standout Track on Young

As the only feature on the entire album, “The Old Guys” brings together Dan + Shay’s soaring, melodic pop-country harmonies with the gritty, neo-traditional grit of Cody Johnson. It’s an unexpected pairing on paper, but in your headphones, it works brilliantly.

The song hits right in the chest. It’s written around a heavy, universal fear: what does life look like if you outlive your soulmate? Rather than leaning into generic heartbreak tropes, the lyrics are packed with clever nods to country icons. When you catch references to George Jones (“The Possum” / “He stopped loving her today”), Keith Whitley (“Whitley on the brown” / “I’m no stranger to the rain”), and Merle Haggard, the track transforms into a masterclass in modern country storytelling.

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Listen to “The Old Guys” Now

Whether you’ve had “Tequila” and “From the Ground Up” on repeat for a decade or you’re just tuning in for the Cody Johnson crossover, Young is easily one of the most compelling country-pop releases of the year.

“The Old Guys” is streaming everywhere right now. Crank it up, drop your favorite lyric in the comments below, and let us know what you think of Dan + Shay’s boldest musical chapter yet.