Country music star Luke Bryan has clarified the origin of his track "Fish, Hunt, Golf, Drink" following online speculation surrounding Riley Green's involvement and claims regarding artificial intelligence. Speaking on Theo Von's This Past Weekend podcast, Bryan confirmed that while Green did not write or produce the track, a text message exchange between the two served as the idea behind the song.
The discussion follows social media commentary and criticism regarding the writing process of the song, which serves as an early preview of Bryan's upcoming album, Signs.
How a Text Exchange Led to the Track
Online speculation regarding the song began in July when Riley Green appeared on Theo Von's podcast and explained that he had no part in creating or writing the track. Green stated that Bryan had sent him a text suggesting they hang out and listed the activities "fish, hunt, golf, drink."
During his recent visit to Von's show, Luke Bryan confirmed Green's account of events. Bryan explained that the track was written by himself alongside co-writers Chase McGill and Matt Dragstrem after he sent that initial text to Green. Bryan noted that due to negative comments online regarding the release, Green jokingly preferred not to be linked to it.
Addressing AI Allegations and Career Scrutiny
Following the song's release, several online users questioned whether artificial intelligence was utilized in writing the track, leading to broader discussion across social media. Bryan addressed these comments directly, reflecting on how public commentary has evolved throughout his time in the country music industry.
Bryan recalled facing criticism earlier in his career, mentioning how his 2011 single "Country Girl (Shake It for Me)" drew controversy at the time for being scandalous, followed by commentary over his choice of wardrobe. Bryan explained that "Fish, Hunt, Golf, Drink" is intended as a fun reflection of his actual lifestyle and personal hobbies, including spending time outdoors hunting, fishing, golfing, and relaxing.
