Scott Harris (songwriter)

Scott Harris
Birth name	Scott Harris Friedman
Origin	New York, U.S.
Genres	Pop, alternative, pop rock, progressive house, electro house, trap
Occupation(s)	Singer, songwriter
Instruments	Vocals, piano, guitar
Years active	2011–present
Associated acts	Shawn Mendes, The Chainsmokers, Daya, Jessie J, Melanie Martinez, Krewella

Scott Harris Friedman is an American multi-platinum songwriter, producer, and musician best known for his work with Shawn Mendes and co-writing hit song "Don't Let Me Down" by The Chainsmokers featuring Daya, which reached #1 on the US Mainstream Top 40 chart in 2016. Harris has 10 songs on Shawn Mendes' sophomore album Illuminate including the lead single "Treat You Better" which reached the top 5 at the US Mainstream Top 40 chart and 10 songs on Shawn Mendes' debut album Handwritten which debuted at number 1 on the Billboard 200. Harris has also written songs for a number of artists, including Jessie J, Melanie Martinez, Krewella, and Tiesto; he co-wrote every song on The Shawn Mendes EP in 2014, which debuted at number five on the Billboard 200.