lainey wilson somewhere over laredo

Lainey Wilson is an American country singer-songwriter born on May 19, 1992, in Baskin, Louisiana. She has gained significant recognition in the country music scene, winning multiple awards including the Country Music Association Entertainer of the Year in 2023 and a Grammy Award. Her music reflects her deep country roots and personal storytelling. "Somewhere Over Laredo" is a song by Lainey Wilson released as a single on May 27, 2025. It is from the deluxe re-issue of her fifth studio album, Whirlwind. The song draws inspiration from her experiences flying between shows and features an interpolation of the melody from "Over the Rainbow." The lyrics describe a narrative of longing and reflection connected to the border town of Laredo, Texas. The song was well received, becoming the most-added song at country radio upon its release and charting on several country and mainstream music charts. The official music video for "Somewhere Over Laredo" was released in June 2025, and Wilson performed the song live for the first time at the American Music Awards in May 2025. The song's themes include love, distance, and dreams, highlighted with imagery of flying and neon rainbows.