Robert Earl Keen is an American country singer and songwriter. Debuting with 1984's No Kinda Dancer, the Houston, Texas native has recorded 20 full-length albums for independent and major record labels. His songs have been covered by artists including George Strait, Joe Ely, Lyle Lovett, The Highwaymen and Nanci Griffith. Keen has toured in the U.S. and abroad.