Scotty McCreery's Wife Has Played This Vital Role In His Success

Scotty McCreery 's wife, Gabi, has quietly played a vital role in his career success so far.

McCreery told Taste of Country Nights’ Evan Paul that as soon as a song is finished, Gabi is the first person to hear it. Her reaction often determines whether the rest of the world gets to hear it, too.

The “Damn Strait” singer says that when he finishes a song, it goes “straight to the wife — and she’s so honest.”

McCreery explains that Gabi doesn’t hold back if she doesn’t like something. “She’s honest almost to a fault. She’ll be like, ‘Ooh, not your best work,’” he admits with a laugh.

On the other hand, if Gabi likes what she hears, “she’s like, ‘Oh, this is a vibe.’”

Think about it this way: as a singer-songwriter, you often believe the last thing you recorded is the best thing you