10 Questions with Noah Schnacky

Schnacky revealed that his debut album is almost complete.

Lauren Jo Black

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June 29, 2021

10:44 am

Noah Schnacky; Photo by Ford Fairchild

Like many of us, country newcomer Noah Schnacky turned to TikTok in 2020 as a way to stay connected to the outside world while at home. The singer/songwriter embraced the popular social media platform and began to let fans in on his personal life and share new music on a regular basis.

Now, with over 7 million followers, Schnacky has become one of country music’s leading TikTok sensations. His videos have raked in over 232 million views and he’s showing no signs of slowing down.

The 24-year-old originally caught the attention of Big Machine Label Group President/CEO Scott Borchetta following the release of his track, “Hello Beautiful.” Now signed to the Nashville-based label, Schnacky continues to deliver new music for fans.

He’s now making waves with his brand new, summer-ready single, “Don’t You Wanna Know,” a collaboration with Jimmie Allen. The pop country collab is destined to be a hit and is already resonating with listers far and wide.

Country Now recently caught up with Noah Schnacky to chat about the song, working with Allen, new music and more. Check out our exclusive Q&A below.

Congrats on the release of “Don’t You Wanna Know!” Can you explain how the song was inspired by a dream?

I had a dream one night and my brother was singing lyrics to a girl in the dream. When I woke up, I recorded what I remembered in a voice memo and I wrote the song that same day on a Zoom write. I drew inspiration from my personal perspective growing up and the things that I love about the country and small town living.

At what point did you decide to ask Jimmie Allen to join you on the song and what made you think to ask him?

After cutting demo, it just felt like it was the perfect song for another artist to be featured. Jimmie was the first person I thought of and I’m glad I did. He’s been a friend of mine since I started in country music, and I’ve always been a big fan of his music and style.

It looks like the music video was a lot of fun to shoot. How did you come up with concept?

It was super fun to shoot. The concept for the video came from the director Chris Beyrooty. It was an ambitious treatment to pull off but I’m very happy with how it came out.

Do you have any favorite memories from the video shoot?

One of my favorite memories from the shoot was when we were in the woods at night time and a human sized drone was carrying a spotlight which was shining light through these tall trees in the woods. It looked like something straight out of ET.

You’re very involved on TikTok and have a good following there. How have you grown your following and how have you seen it benefit your music career?

I just enjoy creating content that connects with people and allow my fans to see more than one side of me which includes my music.

On the topic of social media, you also have a YouTube channel where you post content other than music and some of it is pretty personal. Why is it important to you to be so open to your fans?

The fans are really family to me. I believe the more you know about someone the closer you become. I want them to feel like they know as more than just an artist.

“She Broke My Heart” is another track that your fans are loving. Was the story inspired by a real-life situation? Was is it tough to have that kind of outlook after a breakup?

It actually was inspired by a real life situation. I had made the decision to leave a relationship that didn’t feel genuine and as a result the door opened for another one at a concert at House of Blues. It’s never easy initially to move on but neither is staying in the wrong relationship and trying to make it work.

Is your debut album in the near future? If so, what can fans expect from the project?

We’re nearing the album being complete. I have a couple songs to be released and they can expect me to take the music style back to where it all started with “Hello Beautiful.”

Now that things are opening up, are you planning any live shows?

I’m excited to get back out on the road an connect with all the fans, old and new. Should have more news on that soon.

What are some of your goals for the rest of 2021?

Some of my goals for 2021 are to continue pushing the bar up with the music I create and the people I work with. To make a tangible difference in the people who both listen to my music and watch my content.

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Lauren Jo Black

Lauren Jo Black is a longtime country music journalist, editor, host, and media personality whose work has helped shape the conversation around country music for nearly two decades. As the current Editor-in-Chief of Country Now, she has become one of the genre’s most respected voices, interviewing hundreds of country music’s biggest stars, including Dolly Parton, Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain, Randy Travis, Luke Bryan, Carrie Underwood, Blake Shelton, Luke Combs, and countless others. Over the course of her career, Black’s written work and interviews have reached billions of country music fans worldwide. A 2009 graduate of the University of Central Florida, Black began her career by founding Country Music Is Love, one of country music’s earliest independent digital publications, which she later sold to a major record label in 2015 before it was rebranded as Sounds Like Nashville. She then served as the publication’s Editor-in-Chief for more than two years. Her work has also appeared in Forbes, and she previously served as the Country Music Expert for Answers.com. Widely recognized for her expertise, Black has appeared as a featured guest on The Bobby Bones Show, BobbyCast, and Scripps News Morning Rush, providing insight on country music’s biggest moments. She has also hosted Country Now Live, a concert series featuring performances from artists including Lady A, Dierks Bentley, Riley Green, Jordan Davis, Dustin Lynch, Gabby Barrett, Brett Young, Jon Pardi, Kip Moore, Chris Young, and more. The series has welcomed thousands of fans in person while reaching millions more online. In addition, she hosted Connect With Country Now, a weekly interview series featuring conversations with rising country stars. Throughout her career, Black has earned a reputation for discovering and championing artists long before they become household names. She has covered Luke Bryan since the early days of his career, beginning when he was writing songs for other artists, including Billy Currington’s No. 1 hit “Good Directions,” before stepping into the spotlight with his debut single, “All My Friends Say” and eventually becoming one of biggest names in music. She also gave Megan Moroney her first opportunity to walk a major red carpet as Country Now’s official guest correspondent at the 2022 CMA Awards. An interview she conducted in 2018 for Forbes.com with Luke Combs that inspired his multi-week No. 1 hit, “Doin’ This.” She has also hosted stages at CMA Fest, moderated an industry panel at Country Radio Seminar, and helped lead important conversations about the evolving landscape of country music media. Beyond journalism, Black has also used her platform to support charitable causes and highlight organizations making an impact. Through Country Now Live, she has helped raise awareness and support for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, while also advocating for animal rescue through Country Now’s Pupdate series, spotlighting organizations including MuttNation Foundation, Wags & Walks, and Proverbs 12:10 Animal Rescue. Black has been recognized as one of Country Aircheck’s Women of Influence and received the 2012 Rising Star Award from the University of Central Florida. She is a longtime member of both the Country Music Association (CMA) and the Academy of Country Music (ACM). After nearly 20 years covering country music, Lauren Jo Black has spent her career telling the stories behind the artists, songs, and moments that have shaped the genre. Her first-ever book, Country Music Forever: An A-to-Z Celebration of Icons, Songs and Stories, brings that same passion and firsthand knowledge to the page, celebrating not only the legendary artists and timeless songs that have become the soundtrack to generations of fans, but also the places, traditions, and cultural moments that have made country music one of the most beloved genres around the world.