Country singer-songwriter John Smyth is ready to share his heart in the form of a country anthem, “Now I´M Wiser,” an emotionally laden track that draws from all the years of experience and throws it all into a whirl of melody and verse. Smyth’s early influences skewed toward the electric frenzy of Kiss, Van Halen, and AC/DC, but he ultimately discovered that he belonged in the storytelling soul of country music.
“Now I´M Wiser” is the spirit of that journey. It’s an authentic record of an intense but introspective song. Smyth’s voice is warm and textured, a perfect fit for the traditional country instrumentation and a sound that pays homage to legends like Hank Williams, Conway Twitty, Kenny Rogers, and Waylon Jennings. It’s a song that transcends age, and old-school country fans will appreciate the old-but-new feel, while newer listeners can relate to Smyth’s frankness, which makes some lines feel ripped straight from their own playbook.
More than just the music, 2025 has already been a massive year for Smyths. His shows have taken him on tours from Viechtach, Bavaria, to Nijmegen, Netherlands, where big crowds prove he still has the fire and devotion in the hearts of European fans. Looking ahead, the Red Carpet Show International in Wageningen will undoubtedly be a highlight. Smyths is in competition for several awards, including Country Voice of the Year, Country Blues Original, Country Song of the Year Original, and Songwriter of the Year. Soon after, he’ll play the Country Messe in Erfurt, adding another notch to his resume as a modern country man.
“Now I´M Wiser” showcases the way Smyths incorporates these rock-tinged roots with a genuine reverence for all things country. The result is a song that sounds both timeless and urgent, personal and universal. Whether you love traditional country storytelling or are just getting acquainted with John Smyths, this single is the reflection of how much stronger and resilient a person can become while listening to music that sings about life. John Smyths lives country music, learns from it, and takes everyone else for the ride with his new single, “Now I´M Wiser.”
