Born Earnest Burton JR on the 24th of August 1990, This young star is just 24 years old and is from Naples, Florida. , currently living in the city of golden gate also known as zone 6. Earnest grew up in a family well rounded with the faith of god. He has been singing since he was 4 years old with his biggest inspirations being Boyz 2 Men, Michael Jackson and Usher. He wrote wrote his first song when he was 10 years old and started performing in talent shows across the USA . It was then he was given the name “Smooth” by a close friend, the name has stuck with him ever since and has grown to be his stage name. Earnest’s biggest song out right now is "Over You” which has also received Radio spins in New York and is available on iTunes. And several other music outlets