Ella Langley is making waves in the country music scene with her latest single, “Choosin’ Texas.” The song has shown remarkable progress on the Billboard Hot 100, debuting at No. 39 earlier this month and climbing to No. 21 this week. With its rising popularity, Langley is poised to achieve her first Top 20 hit soon.
The track, co-produced by Langley and Ben West, features contributions from Miranda Lambert, Luke Dick, and Joybeth Taylor. Lambert, a notable figure in country music and a Texas native, also provides background vocals. In a recent statement, Langley shared her experience co-writing the song during a retreat with Lambert and the other artists. She recalled a moment when Lambert recounted a wild Texas story, igniting the inspiration for the song.
“I had the amazing opportunity to sit down in a room with Miranda, Luke, and Joybeth on a writing retreat about a year ago,” Langley explained. “We wrote a bunch of songs together, but the second one really stuck with me. Miranda started telling us one of her wild stories about drinking and doing something ridiculous, and I said, ‘Well, she’s from Texas, I can tell.’ As soon as I said that, we all just looked at each other like — yep, that’s it! That’s the next song.”
Lambert echoed Langley’s sentiments, stating, “Ella may have grown up in Alabama, but she has a rowdy, fiery side that us Texas women recognize and respect. She’s an artist through and through, and it was important to me to let her artistry shine through at every stage of the process, from co-writing to co-producing.”
Langley’s journey in the music industry is gaining traction. At the 2025 CMA Awards, she received three nominations and won in multiple categories, marking a significant milestone in her career. During the awards ceremony, she performed “Choosin’ Texas” for its television debut, showcasing her evolving artistry to a broader audience.
The song has resonated with listeners since its initial performance in February 2025 at a show in Texas. As Langley prepares for an exciting lineup of performances in 2026, fans are eager to see her continued growth in the industry.
To experience “Choosin’ Texas,” fans can listen to the track on various streaming platforms and view Langley’s CMA performance. The rising star is also set to open for several prominent acts in the coming year, further solidifying her place in country music.
Langley’s collaboration with Lambert and her impressive chart performance highlight the potential for her to become a significant name in the genre. With “Choosin’ Texas” gaining momentum, the future looks bright for this emerging talent.
