Happens Like That

About this song

Granger Smith released "Happens Like That" in May 2017 as the lead single from his second Wheelhouse Records album, When the Good Guys Win. He wrote the song with Justin Wilson, Andy Albert, and Florida Georgia Line's Tyler Hubbard, and the four of them reportedly finished it in just a couple of hours while Smith was touring with Florida Georgia Line. Critic Billy Dukes of Taste of Country praised its precise, accessible lyrics and its down-the-middle arrangement.

What it's about

The song traces how a couple's relationship progresses, with the emphasis on how quickly time passes between two people. It was inspired by Smith's first meeting with his wife, Amber Bartlett, who also appears in the music video.

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Fun facts

• Written by Andy Albert, Justin Wilson, Jordan Schmidt, Tyler Hubbard and Granger Smith.