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Dads are the best: They'll take you fishing, teach you important life lessons ... and occasionally act pretty goofy.

He's criss-crossing the U.S. and Canada this summer, with an impressive roster of openers.

Rucker has been a prominent face in the music industry for nearly 30 years -- but not always in the country genre.

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On May 27, 2008, Darius Rucker released his debut country single, "Don't Think I Don't Think About It."

In 2008, Rucker made his country debut with Learn to Live, and the "I Got Nothin'" singer hasn't looked back since!

Pot may still be illegal in much of the U.S., but it's referenced in plenty of country songs.

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Darius says he couldn't believe it made national news.