- From Hillsboro, Ohio; lives in Nashville.
- 1994, moved to Nashville after signing a record deal with Atlantic Records in 1994 but due to changes at the label, his single was never released. He has made a name himself primarily as a songwriter, penning #1 country hits for such artists as George Strait, Rascal Flatts, Joe Diffie and others.
- 2007-2011, he was the lead singer for country group Shenandoah.
- 2009, married Sonya Isaacs of the Isaacs.
- 2021, began releasing bluegrass music (several singles) for RBR Entertainment.
Yeary, Jimmy
