Caitlin Quisenberry
Nashville-based artist Caitlin Quisenberry recently released her latest single “I WILL, I SWEAR, I DO” and it is an instant banger. Written by Ben Simonetti, Canadian country artist Mackenzie Porter and Kelly Archer, the country single explores the topic of true love. Catchy and uplifting, “I WILL, I SWEAR, I DO” is a feel good showcasing Caitlin’s stunning vocals.
Caitlin will be releasing a new single next month but for now, go stream “I WILL, I SWEAR, I DO” - now available worldwide :)
Introduce yourself - what's your story?
I’m a singer/songwriter originally form Denver. I moved to Nashville a year ago when I made the decision to put law school on hold to pursue my passion of being a country music artist.
"I WILL, I SWEAR, I DO" is your latest single - what's the inspiration behind this song?
This song is to remind everyone of what true love is – void of monetary means and material possessions. It’s an uplifting song that illustrates how the simplest things in life can bring us the most enjoyment.
Could you describe the songwriting/production process for this single? Who helped you create it?
This song was co-written by some very heavy hitters here in Nashville – Ben Simonetti (Zac Brown Band), Canadian country singer Mackenzie Porter, and Kelly Archer (Jason Aldean, Reba, Brett Young). It was pitched to me from Ben Simonetti (also my producer) to record. When I heard it, I immediately fell in love with it! I recorded it at Nashville’s Southern Ground studio (Zac Brown’s studio)! Ben put together the top musicians, and I sang a scratch vocal as they played, which really gave the song the high energy it deserved.
What's your favorite thing about this song?
The lyrics are my favorite thing about this song. It’s so cleverly written, and it’s a happy love song which is rare in my repertoire. I love a song that makes you want to crank it up in your car, and this one requires it!!
What made you want to release "I WILL, I SWEAR, I DO" as a single?
I originally thought about releasing it in an EP, but was advised to release it as a single to give it its’ own moment and space. I may re-release it again in an acoustic, stripped down version because it really sounds cool that way too, and has a completely different vibe.
As an artist, what is the hardest part? And what is the best part?
The hardest part about being an artist is that when you are first starting out and before you have a team in place, it is like having 20 jobs in one. There are so many different facets that go into being an artist. The easiest analogy I can give is that it is basically like launching a start-up. You, the artist, are the start-up and you have to treat your career as a business, just like you would any other company. The best part is the creativity. Music allows me to take my creativity in so many different directions, I have a lot of fun with that side of things!
What are your thoughts on today’s music industry? If you could change one thing, what would it be?
I love that today’s music industry allows for anyone to release a song. If I could change one thing it would be for record labels to take a bigger chance on artists like they used to and develop them, just by seeing their potential. Now, an artist needs to develop themselves, have everything in order (their socials/a big following, publishing deal, be profitable, etc…) before a label wants to invest their time and money into them.
What is the proudest moment of your career so far?
Being picked up on CMT was a very proud moment since being here in Nashville. Performance wise, my proudest moment was when I sang, “How Great Thou Art” at the Ellie Caulkins Opera House and received a standing ovation. That’s a feeling I would love to have again!
What biggest lessons have you learned since the beginning of your career?
This is a business first and the ultimate goal is to be profitable. Get a good attorney who cares about you as an artist and will give you the best sound advice. Learn to do as much on your own as you can, and things you can’t do, gain a good understanding of them.
What advice would you give to artists?
Perseverance! Never give up – the nos are just stepping stones that get you closer to a yes. There is no right path to success – so make your own way. Spend a lot of time developing who you are as an artist, what your sound is, what your message is, and what your brand is. Lastly, but most importantly, show gratitude to those who are helping and supporting you. This is a job you can’t do alone.
Do you remember a specific time in your life where music made a huge impact?
It would be in church. My papaw is a Southern Baptist minister, so I grew up singing in church, and that feeling of everyone singing together was very impactful for me. It gave me my love for music, made it an enjoyable way of life that everyone can share in, and made me want to take that feeling further. From this, I joined choirs, got a minor in vocal performance from Pepperdine University, studied opera in Lausanne, Switzerland, and eventually landed in Nashville, pursuing music as my full-time career.
What does singing make you feel?
When I sing, I feel closest to God – like he gave me this gift and through using it I’m living out my purpose. I feel my best when I’m singing. I get to use all my creativity at once – from the writing process, to how I can be creative with my voice.
In your opinion, what would make the world a better place?
The world would be a better place if we followed the old proverb, “Live, and let live”. You should tolerate the opinions of others so that they will similarly tolerate your own.
What message do you want to deliver to the world?
My goal in life is to be impactful; make my mark. I do this through making music, writing relatable songs and putting them out to the world. Music brings us all together to celebrate the wins, but also lets us know we aren’t alone in our struggles and heartbreaks.
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