Dax decided to get sober for six months before making new music, and “Man I Used To Be” is what came out of that decision. The Wichita artist teamed up with producer Jimmy Robbins in Nashville, and you can hear the difference sobriety made in his approach.
This track isn’t trying to impress anyone with flashy wordplay or heavy beats. Instead, Dax just talks about change – his own change. He looks back at his old self without making excuses or painting himself as a victim. That kind of honesty is harder to pull off than most people think.
Jimmy Robbins did good work behind the boards, keeping things simple so Dax’s story stays front and center. The production supports without getting in the way, which is exactly what this kind of song needs.
Six months might not sound like a long time, but for someone making a major life change, it’s enough to gain some perspective. Dax uses that perspective well here, creating something that feels genuine rather than calculated. His “Lonely Dirt Road Tour” starts in October, so this single gives fans a preview of where his head is at right now.
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