Greylan James is a rising star in country music, making waves as both a songwriter and artist. Signed to his first publishing deal at just 18 by Nashville Songwriter Hall of Famer Bob DiPiero, James quickly established himself as a formidable talent, earning recognition on The Voice (Season Four) and being named to Guitar Center Magazine’s Brotherhood of the Guitar Top 100. He's released new song, ‘Wait Till You Have Kids' today and we love it!
His songwriting credits include hits like Kenny Chesney’s ‘Happy Does,' Chris Young’s ‘If That Ain’t God' and Chris Janson’s ‘Real Friends' featuring Blake Shelton. In 2023, James achieved his first No. 1 as a songwriter with Jordan Davis’ chart-topping hit ‘Next Thing You Know.' As an artist, his own catalog continues to expand with songs like ‘Young Man' and ‘Ain’t Thinkin’ Bout You,' building on the momentum of his 2022 EP ‘I Hope She Hears These.' With a knack for crafting heartfelt, relatable lyrics and a growing presence in the industry, James is well on his way to becoming one of country music’s most sought-after voices and new song ‘Wait Til You Have Kids' will only solidify that burgeoning reputation.
Written by James and Matt Roy, the Jason Massey and Brock Berryhill-produced tune explores the ways in which priorities and perceptions shift when you become a parent. A writer on the award-winning hit ‘Next Thing You Know' by Jordan Davis, James again proves his one-of-a-kind ability to write stories that people need to hear.
“I’ve been told ‘wait til you have kids’ more times than I can count. Any time I’ve expressed being tired or worn out from playing shows and being on the road, my friends always have said ‘wait til you have kids.’ I’ve also watched my parents go through the challenges of having kids, saving every nickel through the recession, making sacrifices to get me to Nashville and helping my brother get through college. I was excited to take this phrase that my parents and my friends have said to me time and time again and explore the specific ways I’ve seen their worlds change because of having kids.”
