Lainey Wilson 'Bell Bottom Country' Album Review

Lainey Wilson proves with her new album Bell Bottom Country that she is an artist to be reckoned with. The title itself puts her own signature stamp on a genre that is lucky to have her.

As a follow-up to her critically acclaimed album Sayin' What I'm Thinkin' which features hit "Things A Man Oughta Know," Wilson has never been one to shy away from being authentically herself. The last couple of years has also proven to be a breakout time for her. She is the reigning ACM New Female Artist of the Year, was offered a role on Yellowstone, and has collaborated on hit songs with Cole Swindell and HARDY.

"Hillbilly Hippie" begins the project. An ode to all of the inspirations Wilson derives from, there is an instant '70s feel along with her down-home style. Wilson has always found a way to fuse these two themes together. Another track with an instant groove is "Grease." The lyrics give way to a more sensual tone from the singer. She sings about the feelings that are ignited by seeing someone put in hard work. "Let's slow it down, let me help ya / Button down that blue-collar, boy / Your touch is burning up, you make the kettle on the stove wanna holler."

Wilson also has songs that prove she can wear her heart on her sleeve. "Weak-End" is used as a term to describe someone who can't help but literally feel weak because of a breakup. The title also shows that weekends can feel like the most lonely time: "Everybody wants somebody on the weekend / A go sit at a bar have a drink with / A neon bad decision they could leave with." "Atta Girl" is the empowering song that uplifts the project. Wilson sings to all the women out there who are simply trying to pick themselves up. She knows which pieces compliment her vocals, and this particular track does her justice.

"Me, You, And Jesus" is beautiful and well-written; it details the feeling of knowing that no one else's opinion matters. "Y'all just listen and don't judge me / Just shake your head and love me." This track is meant to embrace the messiness of everyday life, and that everyone is trying to do their best.

If there is a tune meant to capture every sentiment about this album, "Wildflowers and Wild Horses" might be that special song. It possesses a fiery attitude, sounds like a ranch anthem, and looks to combine generational country influences. All of that can sum up who Wilson is as an artist. With one listen of Bell Bottom Country, it's undeniable that Wilson will continue to play a crucial role in the widening of the country music genre.

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