Been By Now — Morgan Wallen

What it is

"Been By Now" is a track from Morgan Wallen, the Tennessee singer who is currently one of the biggest names in country music. It sits in the reflective, heartbreak-leaning part of his catalog.

What they actually see

The lyrics work through a breakup that has not faded on schedule, the singer measuring the time that has passed against how much he still thinks about her. The production is modern country: acoustic guitar, big drums, and a chorus made for singing along in a car.

Why kids love it

Wallen writes hooks that stick, and his songs about missing someone hit hard even for kids who are mostly just borrowing the feeling.

Worth knowing

Wallen's albums commonly include drinking references and some explicit tracks, and he has drawn real public controversy, which older kids may already know about.