{
  "id": 782117,
  "title": "How Tucker Wetmore’s ‘Who Told You That’ Came From a Last Minute ‘Hail Mary’ Demo",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/13/how-tucker-wetmores-who-told-you-that-came-from-a-last-minute-hail",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-13T16:00:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Billboard",
    "slug": "billboard",
    "url": "https://www.billboard.com/music/country/tucker-wetmore-who-told-you-that-makin-tracks-1236315353/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Tucker Wetmore secured his first No. 1 on Billboard's Country Airplay with the fast-paced, Western-influenced \"Brunette,\" which peaked on May 30. Prior to that, Wetmore had prepared \"Who Told You That,\" a similarly rapid song with a distinct sound, which he performed in concert for the first time on April 28 in London. The song features a compelling guitar riff, creating excitement for band member Carver Partin when he played it live for the first time, stating, \"I don't think he moved from his one spot the entire song.\" The track is daring for country music, with a fast tempo, spiky rhythm guitar, and Wetmore's vocal in a Maroon 5 \"Moves Like Jagger\" register, but with a smoky, Carlos Santana tone.\n\nThe songwriting session for \"Who Told You That\" took place on March 4, during which the four songwriters—Tucker Wetmore, Jordan M. Schmidt, Michael Tyler, and Hunter Phelps—were all feeling energetic and creative. Initially, the plan was to write a three-way song with Michael Tyler and Hunter Phelps, but Alicia Pruitt from Tape Room Music booked Ashley Gorley on that session due to a scheduling conflict.\n\nGorley arrived with a different title for a song about a woman who doubts her attractiveness. However, he proposed an alternate concept: a guy convincing a woman that he's a romantic, not a player. Gorley created a keyboard groove with stabbing electric guitar chords in a minor key, creating a fun, energetic atmosphere. Gorley improvised a chorus melody, using short phrases to match the hook's rhythm. The chorus shifted halfway, incorporating long notes, a shout-out about the grapevine, and romantic images like \"breakfast in bed\" and \"mimosas up in your glass.\"\n\nThe writers aimed to address the song's title, assuming that Wetmore would appreciate the message despite social media rumors suggesting otherwise. Tyler sang the vocals for the demo, which Gorley copied into the intro for the production. The demo received high praise, and Wetmore quickly provided a hold on the song, as he found it perfect from beginning to end.",
  "summary": "Billboard's Makin' Tracks column looks at the writing and recording behind Tucker Wetmore's \"Who Told You That.\"",
  "key_points": [
    "\"Who Told You That\" peaked on Billboard Country Airplay on May 30",
    "Songwriters felt energetic during March 4 writing session",
    "Demo received praise, leading to Wetmore's hold on the song"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}