About the song
When Scotty McCreery walked into the audition room for American Idol Season 10 in 2011, few could have predicted how that moment would change the course of his life. At just 16 years old, the North Carolina native carried himself with a quiet confidence. But as soon as he opened his mouth to sing Josh Turner’s hit “Your Man,” the judges—and later, millions of viewers—were completely stunned.
The deep, rich tone of Scotty’s voice seemed to come out of nowhere. His rendition of “Baby, lock the door and turn the lights down low” sounded like it belonged to a seasoned country artist, not a teenager. The judges were visibly shocked. Jennifer Lopez couldn’t hide her surprise, while Steven Tyler called his voice “amazing.” Randy Jackson was quick to recognize the raw talent in front of him. That audition clip quickly went viral, and Scotty’s journey to stardom had officially begun.
“Your Man” was the perfect choice for Scotty. The song’s deep baritone lines suited his voice perfectly and immediately set him apart from the rest of the competition. It also helped define his musical identity early on—he was clearly a true country artist, not just a contestant dabbling in the genre. Fans quickly embraced him, drawn to his charm, humility, and unmistakable voice.
That unforgettable audition was more than just a good performance—it was a career-launching moment. Scotty would go on to win Season 10 of American Idol, becoming one of the youngest male winners in the show’s history. Since then, he has built a successful career in country music, with multiple hit albums and chart-topping singles.
But it all started with that one audition, that one song. “Your Man” became a signature moment not only for Scotty McCreery but also for American Idol itself—a reminder of the magic that can happen when talent, timing, and the right song come together.
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Lyrics
Baby lock the door and turn the lights down low
Put some music on that’s soft and slow
Darling we ain’t got no place to go
I hope you understandI’ve been thinkin bout this all day long
never had a feelin quite this strong
I can’t believe how much it turns me on
just to be your mantheres no hurry dont you worry
we can take our time
come a little closer
lets go over what i’ve got in mindbaby lock the door and turn the lights down low
put some music on thats soft and slow
darling we aint got no place to go
i hope you understandI’ve been thinkin bout this all day long
never had a feelin quite this strong
I can’t believe how much it turns me on
just to be your manThere’s nobody ever loved nobody
the way that I love you
We’re alone now
you don’t know how long I’ve wanted tolock the door and turn the lights down low
put some music on that’s soft and slow
darling we ain’t got no place to go
I hope you understandI’ve been thinkin bout this all day long
never had a feelin quite this strong
I can’t believe how much it turns me on
just to be your man
I can’t believe how much it turns me on
just to be your man
