Album: See You Tonight

Introduction
"See You Tonight" is the 2nd studio album by American c and w artist Scotty McCreery, released on October 15th, 2013, by Interscope and Mercury Nashville. The album follows the tremendous success of his debut project, "Clear as Day", which catapulted him into the limelight when he became the winner of American Idol in 2011. With co-writing credits on 5 of the album's 13 tracks, McCreery showcases his growth both as a singer and a songwriter on this record. "See You Tonight" was produced by prominent producers Frank Rogers and Mark Bright, providing the album with a refined and expert noise.

Business Performance and Critical Reception
The album debuted at number 6 on the US Billboard 200 chart and at number 1 on the Top Country Albums chart, selling 52,000 copies in its first week of release. It likewise protected the number 2 spot on the Billboard Country Albums Chart in 2013. To date, "See You Tonight" has actually offered over 360,000 copies in the United States and has been licensed Gold by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA).

Seriously, the album got favorable reviews, with many critics keeping in mind McCreery's developed sound, singing variety, and stronger songwriting skills in comparison to his debut album. "See You Tonight" assisted McCreery establish himself as a credible artist in the country music scene, proving that he was more than just an American Idol winner.

Lead Single and Title Track
The lead single and title track, "See You Tonight", was launched on April 8th, 2013, and was co-written by McCreery, Zach Crowell, and Ashley Gorley. The romantic song, which highlights McCreery's deep and resonant voice, tells the story of a man eager to see his significant other and reveals appreciation for the little moments they share together. The tune showed to be effective, peaking at number 10 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart and achieving Gold accreditation from the RIAA.

Other Notable Tracks
"See You Tonight" is a well-rounded album that includes a mix of upbeat, feel-good tunes, heart-wrenching ballads, and even some standard nation tracks, showing McCreery's flexibility as an artist. Some standout tracks on the album consist of:

- "Now"-- A rocking, uptempo song about living in the minute and taking advantage of life.
- "Feelin' It"-- A catchy, carefree track that captures the essence of summer and relaxation.
- "Carolina Moon"-- A tender, sincere ballad featuring Alison Krauss about the charm and nostalgia of house.
- "Something More"-- An emotional track that looks into the pain of being stuck in a village and longing for something greater in life.
- "Can You Feel It"-- A vibrant, dance-worthy song that showcases McCreery's playful side and love for having fun.

Conclusion
"See You Tonight" is an outstanding sophomore album that highlights Scotty McCreery's development as an artist and songwriter. With a versatile mix of emotional ballads, catchy tunes, and wholehearted lyrics, the album successfully showed that McCreery is a force to be considered in the c and w market. The album's success assisted solidify his position as an authentic talent beyond his American Idol popularity and is certainly a standout in McCreery's career.