SCOTTY McCREERY’S DOUBLE-PLATINUM CERTIFIED “FIVE MORE MINUTES” INSPIRES TIKTOK TREND
No. 1 Single from Seasons Change is Currently One of the 10 Most Used Pieces of Music
of Any Genre on Tik Tok
Current Single “It Matters to Her” Top 12 and Climbing at Country Radio
Triple Tigers recording artist Scotty McCreery has achieved numerous milestones with his critically-acclaimed and fan-favorite “Five More Minutes”: marking the first of five consecutive No. 1 singles; reaching RIAA Double Platinum certification; earning McCreery one of five BMI Awards for writing One of the Top 50 Country Songs of the Year; and inspiring two popular Hallmark Movies & Mysteries Network holiday movies with “Five More Minutes” and “Five More Minutes: Moments Like These.” Now, with its resurgence via TikTok, the track proves “it has the potential to endure as a classic,” as noted by Billboard.
The organic trend has creators showing loved ones, including family members, friends and pets with which they would like “five more minutes.” With 367 million views on the platform, the song reached No. 9 on TikTok’s all genre U.S. Top Tracks and has over 230K videos featuring it, resulting in a 40% increase in consumption in the last 28 days.
“I’m glad to see ‘Five More Minutes’ getting a new life,” said McCreery. “It’s my favorite song I’ve ever written, and probably always will be. It’s both personal and universal at the same time. I love seeing folks use it with their own videos to share their feelings on TikTok.”
McCreery wrote the song with Frank Rogers and Monty Criswell two weeks after the passing of his paternal grandfather, who serves as a major inspiration for the song. It takes listeners on a journey through both the joys and sorrows of life, ending with a plea for “five more minutes” with his grandfather. The North Carolina native first performed it publicly on the Grand Ole Opry, receiving a standing ovation and quickly becoming a fan favorite.
The fastest rising song of his career, McCreery’s current single “It Matters to Her” is top 12-and-climbing as he gears up to return to his Damn Strait Tour later this month in Scottsdale, Arizona before joining the Brooks & Dunn REBOOT Tour through the summer, with additional headlining shows sprinkled throughout. McCreery wrote the song with Rhett Akins and Lee Thomas Miller.
The new father recently joined comedian Sebastian Maniscalco and Dr. Scott Cohen on their podcast “Daddy Vs. Doctor,” which shares parenting tips in between comedy bits.
McCreery is also one of the artists featured in the new “American Currents: State of the Music” exhibit at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, on display through Feb. 4, 2024.
Remaining Damn Strait Tour dates are as follows:
April 21 Scottsdale, AZ Talking Stick Resort
April 22 Henderson, NV Sunset Station Hotel & Casino
April 27 Carteret, NJ Carteret Performing Arts & Events Center
April 28 Lancaster, PA American Music Theatre
April 29 Orillia, ON Casino Rama
April 30 Hagerstown, MD Maryland Theatre
Tour dates for the Brooks & Dunn REBOOT Tour 2023 in May and June, featuring Scotty McCreery and opening act Megan Moroney:
May 4 Kansas City, MO T-Mobile Center
May 5 Oklahoma City, OK Paycom Center
May 6 Fort Worth, TX Dickies Arena
May 11 Lexington, KY Rupp Arena
May 12 Pittsburgh, PA PPG Paints Arena
May 13 Buffalo, NY KeyBank Center
May 18 Birmingham, AL Legacy Arena
May 19 Biloxi, MS Mississippi Coast Coliseum
May 20 North Little Rock, AR Simmons Bank Arena
June 1 Omaha, NE CHI Health Center
June 2 Sioux Falls, SD Denny Sanford PREMIER Center-Arena
June 3 St. Paul, MN Xcel Energy Center
June 8 Duluth, GA Gas South Arena
June 10 Orlando, FL Amway Center
June 15 Mt. Pleasant, MI Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort
June 16 Columbus, OH Nationwide Arena
June 17 Greensboro, NC Greensboro Coliseum Complex
In-between the Brooks & Dunn REBOOT Tour 2023 dates, McCreery will also be performing these shows, with more to be announced soon:
May 21 Temecula, CA Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival
May 28 Denham Springs, LA Cajun Country Jam
June 9 Myrtle Beach, SC Carolina Country Music Fest
July 13 Knoxville, IN Knox County Fair
July 21 Minden, NV Carson Valley Inn Casino - TJ's Corral
July 28 Caldwell, ID Canyon County Fair
Aug. 3 Prairie Du Chien, WI County Line Country Fest
Scotty McCreery on Sebastian Maniscalco's "Daddy Vs Doctor" podcast
Scotty McCreery is the latest guest on the “Daddy Vs Doctor” podcast hosted by comedian Sebastian Maniscalco and pediatrician Dr. Scott Cohen, which shares both parenting tips and comedy. The podcast can be seen on YouTube here. Scotty is on around the 35 minute mark.
The podcast can also be heard on:
SCOTTY MCCREERY APRIL FAN OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to the Scotty McCreery Fan of the Month for April 2023, Amanda C! Learn more about Amanda below!
Where are you from?: Ironton, OH
How many years have you been a fan?: I don’t even know. Since the first time I saw him in concert. No idea what year it was.
How many years have you been a fan club member? 2-3 Years
What is your favorite Scotty song? Blue Jean Baby
What is your favorite Scotty album? Clear As Day
How many times have you seen Scotty live? What was your first show? What was your favorite show? Somewhere between 4-6. My first, second, and most recent were all in Ashland KY. I’ve seen every show of his there. I’ve also seen him in Columbus.
What’s one thing that sets you apart from other Scotty fans? I was not a Scotty Fan during his American Idol season. I don’t remember who my favorite was, but it wasn’t Scotty. My, at the time, 75 year old Mamaw heard his voice in the audition and instantly knew he would win. She loved Scotty. I didn’t become a fan until my oldest daughter drug me to his first concert at the Paramount in Ashland, KY. I’ve been hooked ever since.
SCOTTY MCCREERY KICKS OFF UScellular MUSIC CAMPAIGN TO CELEBRATE HOMETOWN CONNECTIONS
“Locally Grown, Locally Live” Showcases Six National Music Artists from UScellular Communities
For the second year in a row, UScellular is launching its "Locally Grown, Locally Live" music campaign to showcase prominent recording artists and the people and places that have shaped who they are today.
UScellular is teaming up with country music singer/songwriter Scotty McCreery, who has earned five consecutive No.1 hits on the Billboard country chart in the last few years, to spotlight his hometown connection as well as five other musical artists from UScellular’s markets who are breaking through on a national stage:
Greylan James - Knoxville, Tennessee
Kalie Shorr - Portland, Maine
Corey Kent - Bixby, Oklahoma
Hailey Whitters - Shueyville, Iowa
Morgan Wade - Floyd, Virginia
The campaign kicks off March 27 with the “Locally Grown, Locally Live” VIP Fan Experience Sweepstakes and runs through May 28. There will also be special appearances from all the “Locally Grown, Locally Live” artists at the UScellular Connection Stage, headlined by McCreery, at Summerfest music festival in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, on July 8.
“At UScellular, we connect people to what matters most. The two letters at the beginning of our name speak volumes about who we are as a company and how we show up for our communities” said Verchele Roberts, vice president of brand management for UScellular. “Music brings us together, so we’re celebrating artists across the country who cultivate genuine connections with their fans.”
There are a variety of opportunities for fans to engage with the artists, including a dedicated website with artist videos at locallygrown.uscellular.com and an original Spotify playlist, curated to showcase these talented artists.
UScellular will celebrate each artist and their stories on its social media channels. On April 5 at 8:00 p.m. CT, McCreery will host an “Ask Me Anything” Instagram Live session where fans will have a chance to ask questions and interact with him. Details are available on the UScellular Instagram page.
“I love how UScellular is creating an opportunity for me and other artists to stay connected with fans in communities across the country,” said McCreery. “The amazing people in my hometown of Garner, North Carolina, helped give me my start in music, and it’s great to see that UScellular is working in a similar way to show how they are committed to enriching the communities they serve.”
To learn more about the program and to register for the sweepstakes, go to locallygrown.uscellular.com.
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Sweepstakes open to legal residents of CA, IL, IA, KS, MD, ME, MO, NE, NH, NC, OK, OR, PA, SD, TN, TX, VT, VA, WA, WI and WV who live in an Eligible ZIP Code (see list in Official Rules) and are 18 years of age or older (19 years or older if a resident of NE). Ends 5/28/2023. See Official Rules for details.
About UScellular:
UScellular is the fourth-largest full-service wireless carrier in the United States, providing national network coverage and industry-leading innovations designed to help customers stay connected to the things that matter most. The Chicago-based carrier provides a strong, reliable network supported by the latest technology and offers a wide range of communication services that enhance consumers’ lives, increase the competitiveness of local businesses and improve the efficiency of government operations. Through its After School Access Project, the company has pledged to provide hotspots and service to help up to 50,000 youth connect to reliable internet. Additionally, UScellular has price protected all of its plans, promising not to increase prices through at least the end of 2024. To learn more about UScellular, visit one of its retail stores or www.uscellular.com. To get the latest news, visit newsroom.uscellular.com.
Vote Now for the 2023 CMT Awards!
Scotty has been nominated for CMT Digital-First Performance of the Year at the 2023 CMT Awards for his performance of “Damn Strait” from the “CMT Campfire Sessions.”
Voting is open now through noon ET on March 27th. Visit vote.cmt.com to cast YOUR vote! Fans can vote every day, up to 20 times a day.
SCOTTY MCCREERY MARCH FAN OF THE MONTH
Congratulations to the Scotty McCreery Fan of the Month for March 2023, Kristin M! Learn more about Kristin below!
Where are you from?: Virginia
How many years have you been a fan?: 11 Years
How many years have you been a fan club member? 9 Years
What is your favorite Scotty song? Damn Strait
What is your favorite Scotty album? Same Truck
How many times have you seen Scotty live? What was your first show? What was your favorite show? 4 times
What’s one thing that sets you apart from other Scotty fans? Each show I take Scotty a card I made for him or a gift I made for him. I’ve traveled to 4 different states to see Scotty in concert.