Adam Wright: The Songwriter’s Songwriter Steps Into the Spotlight with “Nature of Necessity”

A name you shouldn’t easily forget, Adam Wright. Credit to Shore Fire Media.

Los Angeles, California (July 31, 2025)- Even if you don’t immediately recognize the name Adam Wright, a GRAMMY-nominated Nashville singer-songwriter, you’ve almost certainly heard his work. Hailed as a “wildly brilliant genius” by Robert Earl Keen and “one of the best of the best songwriters and storytellers there is” by Buddy Miller, Wright is a rare “songwriter’s songwriter” whose lyrical and melodic fingerprints can be found on countless beloved records across genres. As The Tennessean aptly put it: “Even if you don’t know Adam Wright’s name, you almost certainly know his songs.”

A recent testament to his prolific talent, Wright penned “New York Is On Fire” on the new Parker McCollum album. His extensive songwriting catalog includes hits for some of country music’s biggest names and beyond:

Alan Jackson – “The Older I Get,” “The One You’re Waiting On,” “So You Don’t Have To Love Me Anymore”
Robert Earl Keen – “Quiet Town”
Lee Ann Womack – “Hollywood”
Brandy Clark (with Randy Newman) – “Bigger Boat”
Brent Cobb – “Ain’t Rocked in a While”
Garth Brooks – “Wrong About You”
Randy Rogers Band – “I’ll Never Get Over You”
Lonesome River Band – “Mayhayley’s House”
Hailey Whitters – “Black Sheep”
Sierra Hull – “Boom”
Trisha Yearwood – “Something Kinda Like It”
Solomon Burke – “You’re The Kind of Trouble”

Now, Wright is stepping out from behind the scenes and into the spotlight with an ambitious 4-part solo project titled Nature of Necessity. Due for full release on September 25th, the collection is described as a masterclass in character-driven songwriting, produced by the acclaimed Frank Liddell (known for his work with Miranda Lambert and Lee Ann Womack). Early reception is strong, with WMOT declaring it “a masterpiece.”

Sides One, Side Two, and Side Three of Nature of Necessity are currently available, offering listeners an immersive introduction to Wright’s compelling narrative style. The fourth and final side of the collection will be released on September 25th, completing this epic musical journey.