Tyler Joe Miller says his latest single, “Under the Influence,” hits close to home, tapping into the emotional back-and-forth that comes with trying to move on from a past relationship.
In an interview with SWOMP, the JUNO Award-nominated country artist described the song as a deeply relatable reflection on the internal struggle between progress and relapse. Listen to the full interview, below:
“‘Under the Influence’ is a song about the inner battle going on when you’re trying to get over someone,” Miller said. “It’s about wanting to get back to normal and go out and have a good time, but putting up guard rails at the same time, so you don’t get sucked back into that cycle.”
The track, released March 20 through Sony Music Canada via The Orchard, was written by Gordie Sampson, Kelly Archer, Dylan Guthro and Dave Sampson, and produced by Brad Hill and Guthro.
Miller said he immediately connected with the song’s message when he first heard it, pointing to its honest portrayal of how quickly old feelings can resurface.
“Just when you think that sober you is over them, sometimes drunk you just isn’t,” he said.
The release comes as the Surrey, B.C.-based artist continues a strong run on the Canadian country charts. His single “Doin’ What She Does” recently reached the Top 10, marking his 10th career Top 10 hit.
Miller has also picked up two nominations at the British Columbia Country Music Awards this year: Entertainer of the Year and Top Performing Single of the Year.
With more than 80 million global streams, Miller said he has spent recent months writing in Nashville and preparing to roll out new material throughout 2026.
He is also set to perform at several major festivals this summer, including Boots and Hearts West, Sunfest and South Mountain Fair.
Miller first broke through with his 2019 debut single “Pillow Talkin’,” which went gold and reached No. 1 on Canadian country radio. He followed that with another chart-topper, “I Would Be Over Me Too,” becoming the first independent Canadian country artist to hit No. 1 with his first two singles.
Beyond music, Miller is also focused on philanthropy through his organization, The Climb Outreach Society, which partners with Hope Of Life International to support housing, education and food security initiatives in Guatemala.
His latest EPs, including “Spillin’ My Truth” and “Going Home,” have earned industry recognition, with the latter receiving a JUNO Award nomination for country album of the year.
Follow him at https://tylerjoemiller.com/.
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