The Way I Talk

"The Way I Talk" is a song recorded by American country music singer Morgan Wallen. The song was written by Jessi Alexander, Ben Hayslip, and Chase McGill. It was Wallen's debut single and the lead single from his debut studio album If I Know Me.

Background
The song was written by Ben Hayslip, Jessi Alexander, and Chase McGill, but Wallen felt a personal connection to the song upon hearing it. He stated "It's about "the things that I'm proud of and the way that I live, and it was just a perfect match to me".

Critical reception
Whiskey Riff gave a favourable review of the song, highlighting the lyric "Man it ain't my fault, I just live the way I talk" stating they "wish more people would live that way as well". The Country Note noted Wallen's "dynamic vocal delivery", stating the track "features a sound straight out of the modern South, combining elements of both country and rock".

Commercial performance
"The Way I Talk" reached peaks of number 35 on Billboard Hot Country Songs, number 30 on Country Airplay, and number 50 on Canada Country. This marked Wallen's first entries on each chart. It has been certified Gold by Music Canada.

Music video
The music video was directed by TK McKamy and premiered on April 6, 2017. The video featured Wallen and his friends doing various activities such as chasing chickens or boxing for fun.

Track listings
Digital download – single
 * 1) "The Way I Talk" – 3:28

Digital download – EP
 * 1) "The Way I Talk" – 3:28
 * 2) "Chain Smokin'" – 3:42
 * 3) "Whiskey Glasses" – 3:54
 * 4) "Stand Out" – 3:14
 * 5) "American Nights" – 3:22