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Scotty McCreary Gets Hilariously Roasted by His 2-Year-Old Son Avery
Country star Scotty McCreary, who first won hearts as the American Idol season 10 champion, has spent over a decade topping charts and winning fans. But recently, his toughest critic turned out to be much closer to home—his two-year-old son, Merrick Avery McCreary.
On September 4, 2025, McCreary shared a lighthearted Instagram video where he sang I’m the Map from Dora the Explorer to Avery. Instead of applause, the toddler frowned and asked, “Dad, what song is that?” When McCreary explained, Avery quipped, “Is that your new song?”—earning laughs from his dad and thousands of fans online.
The clip quickly went viral, with followers joking that Avery might be a future American Idol judge. One fan wrote, “That kid is already a music critic. Be careful, Scotty!”
Despite the playful roast, Avery is no stranger to his dad’s music. In past interviews, McCreary revealed that his son often requests his songs Cabin Solo and Slow Dance, both from the 2024 album Rise and Fall. Avery even sings along to tracks like Fall of Summer during car rides, proudly calling out “Dada!” whenever he hears his father’s voice on the radio.
Fatherhood has deeply influenced McCreary’s artistry. His ballad Love Like This was inspired by the moment he first held Avery in 2022, while Porch has become a fan favorite for its heartfelt lyrics about their bond. McCreary often shares these family moments on social media, from Avery’s first steps at the Grand Ole Opry to playful golf course adventures.
The McCreary family is also preparing to welcome another baby, as wife Gabby McCreary announced her pregnancy earlier this year with a sweet “Big Brother” reveal featuring Avery.
For fans, the viral Dora video was a reminder of why McCreary continues to resonate more than a decade after Idol: his ability to balance superstardom with the humor, love, and authenticity of everyday family life. Or, as one fan put it, “The content we need in 2025 is Scotty’s kid roasting his singing.”