If there’s one word to describe the meteoric rise of Lainey Wilson, it’s “whirlwind.” Lainey Wilson, a native of Louisiana, has swiftly emerged as one of the most captivating new talents in country music, with her parents fully supporting her journey.
“They’re good, but they’re crazy,” Lainey jokes about her parents. “No, everybody’s good. They’re just enjoying this, and they’re getting to experience a lot of things that they probably never thought they’d get to.”
From her humble roots in the small town of Baskin, Louisiana, Lainey has shot to stardom with her blend of traditional country twang and contemporary flair. “4X4XU,” her current single, is rapidly rising in the charts, and later this year, she will co-host the CMA Awards with Luke Bryan and Peyton Manning.
Lainey’s parents, who hadn’t traveled much before their daughter’s success, are now getting to experience the perks of her rising fame. “My momma gets to go to New York City with me,” Lainey exclaims. Things like that,” Lainey says. “And my parents hadn’t been to a lot of places, so this is really cool for them,” Lainey said.
Lainey’s captivating performances have been turning heads across the country. At a recent sold-out show in Raleigh, North Carolina, the singer took the stage dancing on top of a red pickup truck, her pigtails and fringe flying as she belted out her country anthems. The energetic crowd was on their feet from the moment she hit the stage.
“For the record, Lainey Wilson can dance on my truck and that of anyone in that Friday night crowd, any time she wants to,” one concertgoer raved.
Lainey’s ability to blend traditional country sounds with a modern edge has earned her a growing legion of fans. Her single “Heart Like a Truck” has become a signature song, showcasing her powerful vocals and relatable lyrics.
“Country’s cool again,” Lainey declares from the stage at Choctaw’s Grand Theater in Oklahoma. And she’s leading the charge, captivating audiences with her dynamic live shows and infectious personality.
One of the highlights of Lainey’s Choctaw performance was an intimate acoustic rendition of “Save Me,” her collaboration with Jelly Roll. The moment was a raw and emotional display of Lainey’s artistry, leaving the packed theater in awe.
“Song after song is highlight after highlight,” one attendee remarked. “But one of the night’s most moving and intimate moments is when Wilson does an acoustic version of ‘Save Me.'”
Lainey’s success has been swift, yet she is embracing it all with grace. As her star continues to rise, her parents are right there beside her, enjoying the ride and the new experiences that come with their daughter’s newfound fame.
“This is really cool for them,” Lainey says. And for country music fans, Lainey Wilson’s rise to stardom is equally thrilling to witness.