Ella Langley has opened up about the pivotal support she received from Miranda Lambert during her musical journey, particularly following the success of Langley’s latest single, “Choosin’ Texas.” The track has soared to the No. 1 position on the Billboard Hot 100 chart, marking a significant milestone for the young artist, who is just 26 years old.
During an interview on Country Countdown USA, which aired on February 23, Langley expressed her gratitude for Lambert’s mentorship. Lambert, 42, not only co-wrote “Choosin’ Texas” but also co-produced Langley’s forthcoming album, titled Dandelion. Langley shared insights from a recent FaceTime conversation with Lambert regarding the song’s unexpected success. She reflected on their shared disbelief and gratitude, stating, “We loved the song, but never thought it would do this. There’s no way you can predict it.”
The mentoring relationship between the two performers goes beyond songwriting. Langley described Lambert as a “godsend,” emphasising her influence on both her music and personal wellbeing. She recalled Lambert advising her, “You are more important than this job,” a sentiment that has helped Langley cultivate self-care amidst the pressures of the music industry. “Having someone like that made me feel like I’m okay,” she said, highlighting Lambert’s role as a guiding figure.
Langley took to social media on February 5 to rally support for her single by sharing her aspirations of reaching the top of the Billboard chart. In a post on her Instagram Stories, she communicated the magnitude of the accomplishment, noting that only a handful of women in country music have ever achieved such a feat. “Y’all have put me in a position to do something only a few females in country music history have ever done,” she declared, alongside a screenshot of her position on the charts.
She further urged her followers for one last push on iTunes, stating that they were “neck and neck” in the race for the top spot. Langley pointed out that fewer than ten women have hit No. 1 on Billboard’s Hot 100, mentioning legendary figures in country music, such as Dolly Parton and Reba McEntire, while highlighting that only a select few, like Taylor Swift and Carrie Underwood, have achieved the same.
In a moment of optimism, Langley shared a heartfelt image of herself embracing Lambert, captioned with, “I know we can do it ❤️.” Her concluding message on social media was a rallying cry for female empowerment within the country music scene, as she stated, “Let’s do it for women & let’s do it for country music 🫶🏻.”
Ella Langley’s upcoming album, Dandelion, is set to be released on April 10, and she is clearly riding the wave of momentum generated by her recent success. Meanwhile, Miranda Lambert is also seeing accolades for her work, with her recent album, Postcards from Texas, nominated for the best contemporary country album at the 2026 Grammy Awards.
The collaboration between Lambert and Langley illustrates the supportive network that exists within the country music community, where established artists often take younger musicians under their wing. This mentorship not only fosters new talent but also reinvigorates the genre with fresh perspectives and voices.
As both artists continue on their respective journeys, their dedication to uplifting one another paves the way for more stories of success within a historically male-dominated industry. The impact of collaborations like theirs is sure to resonate in the years to come, inspiring future generations of country music artists.