From American Songwriter · Paige Gawley · · 1m
Parker Welling's Songwriting Secrets
Parker Welling reveals how she crafts hits for Luke Bryan and others.
In brief
Parker Welling reveals how she crafts hits for Luke Bryan and others. Parker Welling writes songs for Luke Bryan, Russell Dickerson, and others by chasing creative magic in the moment. Originally reported by American Songwriter.
Parker Welling's Background
Parker Welling grew up in Nashville with parents who met at the Bluebird Cafe.
Early Songwriting Career
She began songwriting in middle school and attended Belmont University for college.
First No. 1s with Russell Dickerson
Welling, Russell Dickerson, and Casey Brown wrote their first number ones together.
Recent Success with Luke Bryan
Welling co-wrote 'Worth Your Wild' with Luke Bryan after a maternity leave break.
Songwriting Philosophy
Welling says the secret sauce is chasing magic in the room, not radio play.
Future Plans
Welling aims to write for Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, and George Strait next.
Podcast for Women Writers
Welling co-founded Women’s Writes podcast to support female songwriters.
The main idea
Parker Welling writes songs for Luke Bryan, Russell Dickerson, and others by chasing creative magic in the moment.
