In October 2014, Paul Cummings was on a flight home from Daytona Beach when he told his friend and manager that he thought he was finished with music. After years of chasinga dream, burnout, self-doubt, and a devastating personal loss brought his touring career to an end.

But he never stopped writing.

Twelve years later, Paul is back with a new album, a different outlook, and a song that captures everything he's learned along the way.

In the premiere episode of Before It Was a Song, Paul shares the personal story behind "Ain't Done Yet," from his Nashville years and the decision to walk away to a 3 a.m. songwriting session in the Adirondacks that helped bring it all full circle.

It's a story about second chances, staying true to yourself, and realizing that stepping back doesn't mean giving up.

Plus, hear the complete song "Ain't Done Yet" at the end of the episode.

Before It Was a Song — Every song has a story. This is where it begins.