Morgan Wallen Gets Honest With New Album

Country singer Morgan Wallen released his latest studio album, I'm The Problem, on May 16. The highly anticipated 37-track project featuring collaborations with Tate McRae, Post Malone, Hardy, and others has been two years in the making. 

Since its announcement on March 21, the album's title has sparked speculation, especially in light of Wallen's recent controversies- including walking off Saturday Night Live, using racial slurs, public intoxication, and multiple arrests. 

In a press release, Wallen admits that he is, in fact, the problem. 

"I have been a problem, for sure, and I've got no problem admitting that," he said.

The artist turns inward, reflecting on the past and contemplating his future. 

"I've spent the last 11 months really trying to figure out 'Do I still want to be the problem? Is it time to move past that phase in my life?'" he said, and comes to the conclusion, "I think it probably is, and this might be the last time I get a chance to honestly say it." 

Many have noted how the album's cover art resembles a classic courtroom sketch. In an interview with Kelleigh Bannen on Apple Music's Today's Country Radio, Wallen shares the inspiration. 

"I was actually on my way to go to court one day and I was at my lawyer's office and I saw old school court drawings in there, and at the same time, me and my team were talking about what's this artwork going to be?" 

He continued, " And I saw those old school court drawings and something just clicked in my head. I was like, 'That might be cool.'"

For Wallen, this album represents taking responsibility for himself - and that's something he's proud of. 

"I've always prided myself in taking accountability for what I do, and this is just a big stamp on that for me," he said. 

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