Country star Chris Cagle is devastated after discovering he's not the father of the child he initially believed was his.

The LAREDO singer, 36, was thrilled to announce the arrival of his first child, but has since learned he played no part in the conception.

He says in a posting on his website, "As many of you are aware, I had been anxiously awaiting the addition of a new baby to my life. The baby has been born and both mother and child are in good health.

"Since the birth, however, we have discovered that biologically, the child is not mine.

"As excited as I was about becoming a new father, my disappointment now is equally as strong. So out of respect for all that are involved, please allow this situation to remain private."

While representatives for Cagle are refusing to comment, it is believed that the mother is the singer's girlfriend.