“Didn't Want It Like This” by Ryan Wilcox

Ryan Wilcox is a Fort Worth-based country and Americana artist who performs with his band The Sunday Shakes. His music blends conventional country with Americana and alt-country influences, drawing inspiration from classic artists like Merle Haggard and George Jones. The band has released multiple albums including Human As We Are (2016), Sunday Morning Sin (2017), Lovers & Thieves (2020), Just To Feel The Fire (2021), and Sleepwalking Dreams (2023). Known for songs like Mexican Wind and Didn't Want It Like This, Wilcox's work explores themes of love, grief, and resilience with emotional vocals and authentic storytelling.