In this interview, Casey McQuillen opens up about her new single “Good,” sharing honest reflections on insecurity, self-worth, and the empowering message behind her advocacy and the You Matter Tour.
1. Your new single “Good” is such a heartfelt exploration of self-doubt and not fitting in. What inspired you to write this song, and why did you feel now was the right time to release it?
“Good” came from all those moments when I felt like I was surrounded by people but still wondered if anyone truly saw me. That fear of throwing a birthday party and worrying no one will show up felt like the perfect image of what insecurity can look like. I released it now because I finally feel strong and ready to hold those feelings with love instead of shame and I want people to feel seen when they hear it!
2. The song paints a vivid picture of feeling unseen like the fear of throwing a birthday party no one comes to. Was this based on a personal experience and how have those emotions evolved for you over time?
Yes that birthday party image is rooted in how I felt growing up. There were many times when I felt like I was visible on the outside but unseen on the inside. As I have gotten older I have not stopped having those feelings sometimes but I have learned to carry them differently. Through music and connection with fans I have come to realize that so many of us share those insecurities. Over time I have transformed that pain into something honest and real and not something to hide.
3. You have built such a strong connection between your music and your advocacy work. How does “Good” tie into the message behind your upcoming You Matter Tour and your collaboration with Ditch The Label?
“Good” is really the emotional anthem of everything I believe the You Matter Tour represents. It speaks to self worth acceptance and the belief that you matter even in the moments when you feel completely invisible. Partnering with Ditch The Label takes that message even further by turning the song into a meaningful movement focused on real change. The song reflects exactly what we talk about on the tour. You deserve to be seen and heard. Releasing “Good” now makes that message feel stronger than ever because your voice your feelings and your story truly matter.
4. Touring across Europe with artists like Anastacia and Loreen must have been incredible. How have those experiences shaped your confidence and artistry as you move into this next phase of your career?
Touring across Europe with Anastacia and Loreen was absolutely wild. Every night I stood on huge stages and looked out at crowds of thousands. It forced me to face my insecurities and rise above them. Those shows proved to me that even songs written from quiet personal moments can connect in powerful ways with so many people. The experience made me braver and more certain of who I am as an artist. It strengthened my voice not only musically but emotionally and gave me the confidence to share something as vulnerable as “Good.”
5. You’ve spoken openly about body image, mental health, and bullying. What advice would you give to young people struggling to feel “good enough” — especially those you’ll be meeting on the You Matter Tour?
If I could speak to every young person out there feeling “not good enough,” I’d tell them this: you matter. Your worth is not measured by how many people show up for you; it’s measured by how true you are to yourself. It’s okay to be scared. It’s okay to feel invisible sometimes. But those feelings don’t define you. What defines you is that you keep going. I want you to know that you’re seen, even if it doesn’t feel like it yet. I’ll be carrying that message with me on the You Matter Tour, because no one should have to walk that path alone.
6. You’ve achieved so much already — from performing to hundreds of thousands across Europe to partnering with a global youth charity. Looking ahead, what’s next for you after the release of “Good” and the You Matter Tour?
After “Good” and the You Matter Tour I’m hungry for more growth as a songwriter, an advocate, and a person. I plan to keep writing, digging deeper into emotional honesty, creating songs that reflect not just my journey but the journey of anyone who’s ever felt lost or unseen. I want to build a stronger community around my music and advocacy, reach more people, maybe expand the tour to new places, and create spaces where people feel heard and valued. This is just the beginning — I have big dreams!
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