Multi-Platinum Artist Dylan Scott Balances Small-Town Roots with Big City Dreams on ‘Dear Big City’
Multi-Platinum Curb Records recording artist Dylan Scott delivers a heartfelt letter to the city that may one day take his son far from home in ‘Dear Big City‘.
Written by Jamie Paulin, Matt Alderman and Nate Kenyon, the poignant track finds the narrator asking the city to protect his son while giving him a full and meaningful life, balancing the importance of holding onto small-town roots with the freedom to chase dreams that could not be achieved back home. The track also made its radio world premiere in June, impacting Country radio.
“This song was captivating to me from the day I heard it, and I knew I wanted it to be my next single right away“, said Scott. “The lyric itself spoke to me because not only did I leave the small town when I was younger to move to Nashville to chase my dream, but I also know there are so many people in this world who have a similar story or know somebody who has. Whether parents had a kid leave home and move off to college or if the parents themselves did the same thing for a job, I think everyone can relate to a song like this.”
Listen to ‘Dear Big City’ here
Watch the music video here
‘Dear Big City’ follows another heartfelt track, ‘Slow Down Ol’ Son‘, which shined a light on Scott’s late mother in a special way. Written by Scott, Matt Alderman and Will Weatherly, the sincere tune was inspired by his mom frequently telling him to “slow down” as a child, a message he has now passed down to his two sons and daughter. All Country News praised the track, stating “Scott’s signature Louisiana drawl wraps around each line like a well-worn piece of advice handed down through generations,” also crediting the inspiration “as timeless as it is personal.” The music video for the song accompanied the release, featuring homemade videos of his family and his own childhood – watch here.
With seven No. 1 hits to his name, the chart-topper has another strong impact day with ‘Dear Big City’. Scott snagged his most recent No. 1 in April with ‘What He’ll Never Have’, which was named by ASCAP as one of the most-performed country songs of 2025. Scott landed two No. 1s in 2025 alone, making him the third most-played artist at Country radio last year. In addition to landing the coveted top spot on the charts, Scott also continues to rack up RIAA certifications, most recently earning 4x Platinum for ‘My Girl’, 2x Platinum for ‘Can’t Have Mine (Find You A Girl)’ and Platinum for ‘Good Times Go By Too Fast’.
The road warrior wrapped his Till I Can’t I Will Tour earlier this year with special guests 12/OC, Kelsey Hart and Lauren Watkins on select dates.
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