Morgan Wallen, I’m The Problem | Song Review

Country superstar Morgan Wallen drops another country bop with the ‘not-so-problematic’ single, “I’m The Problem.”

“And how do you explain / Ever fallin’ in love with a guy like me in the first place,” Grammy-nominated country musician Morgan Wallen asks her in the first verse of “I’m The Problem”.  He adds, “Then turn around, say that I’m the worst thing?” My, my, my! Wallen, ERNEST, Grady Block, Jamie McLaughlin, and producer Charlie Handsome (Ryan Vojtesak) penned the problematic, three-minute song.  “I’m The Problem” is set in a minor key – fitting for a problem song from a problematic man like Wallen! He has had his problematic moments, but his talent is undeniable, particularly in this song.

Singing beautifully, showing off his rich tone, Morgan Wallen asserts in the chorus, “I guess I’m the problem / And you’re Ms. ‘Never Do No Wrong’ / If I’m so awful / Then why’d you stick around this long?” Ooh-wee!  The verses and choruses are terrific.  The bridge brings contrast yet still fits the overall vibe (“If I’m such a waste of breath, such a waste of time / Then why you on your way to waste another Friday night?”). Beyond strong vocals and simple but effective songwriting, “I’m the Problem” benefits from tuneful melodies.  The country-tinged production is sweet with its fair share of thoughtful touches.  “I’m The Problem” doesn’t throw everything instrumentally at the listener at once, growing incrementally more robust in instrumentation and sound. All in all, “I’m The Problem” is another enjoyable, well-rounded Morgan Wallen song.  Does it move the needle or change his trajectory at this point? No, but it plays well to his fanbase and the country fanbase.

Morgan Wallen // “I’m The Problem” // Big Loud / Mercury / Republic // 1.31.25

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