About the song
Every now and then, a country song comes along that doesn’t just tell a story—it offers a quiet reminder of life’s simplest, most powerful truths. Scotty McCreery’s “It Matters to Her” is exactly that kind of song: a heartfelt tribute to the everyday moments and small gestures that make love last. Released in 2022 on his album Same Truck: The Deluxe Album, this track shows McCreery at his most sincere, mature, and emotionally grounded. And for those who have followed his journey from American Idol winner to full-fledged country artist, this song is a beautiful signpost of just how far he’s come.
At its core, “It Matters to Her” is about paying attention—about the power of noticing the little things and doing them not out of obligation, but out of love. Whether it’s asking about her day, opening the door, or just leaving a note behind, McCreery’s message is clear: when you care, the details matter. The lyrics unfold like a conversation between old friends, offering wisdom that feels earned rather than preached. There’s a timeless quality to it—anyone who’s been in a long-term relationship will nod in recognition. And for those just starting out, it’s a gentle lesson worth learning early.
Musically, the song leans on a warm, melodic arrangement that doesn’t try too hard to impress. Instead, it gives McCreery’s rich baritone room to breathe, letting his voice carry the emotion with understated strength. It’s classic country in the best sense—grounded, genuine, and real. You won’t find flashy production or over-the-top instrumentation here. Just honest storytelling backed by tasteful guitar and steady rhythm, like a favorite old pair of boots that still fit just right.
What really elevates “It Matters to Her” is its authenticity. McCreery co-wrote the song with Lee Thomas Miller and Rhett Akins, drawing inspiration from his real-life marriage to his wife, Gabi. That personal connection shines through, giving the song a warmth and credibility that can’t be faked.
In a world where love songs often reach for grand declarations or sweeping drama, this one stays grounded in the everyday—and that’s precisely what makes it so moving. After all, it’s the little things that matter most. Scotty McCreery just found a way to sing it out loud
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Lyrics
When you say I love you
Before you hang up the phone
When you buy her favorite wine
On your way home
When you kiss her in the kitchen
When you kiss her on the street
When you kiss her when she’s still asleep
It matters to her
It stays on her mind
When you put her first
Every single time
When you think she don’t see
When you think she don’t care
When you think she don’t notice what you’re doing there
Every little look, every single word, oh, it matters to her
When you pull her in close
When she had a bad day
When you shut up and listen
To what she has to say
When you tell her she’s stronger
Than the storm blowing in
When you’re there when she just needs a friend
It matters to her
It stays on her mind
When you put her first every single time
When you think she don’t see
When you think she don’t care
When you think she don’t notice what you’re doing there
Every little look, every single word, oh, it matters to her
Yeah, it matters to her
Oh, it’s the little things that a man might miss
Oh, it’s the little things that she never forgets
Oh, it matters to her
It stays on her mind
When you put her first on every single time
When you think she don’t see
When you think she don’t care
When you think she don’t notice what you’re doing there
Every little look, every single word
Make her feel like she’s the only woman in the world
It matters to her
Yeah, you know it matters to her
Oh yeah, it matters to her
