Ella Langley releases ‘Choosin’ Texas’ video with Luke Grimes & star-filled cast

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• 🔥 Quick Facts
• Luke Grimes Confirms Yellowstone Star Appears in Video
• Star-Studded Cast Brings Country Music’s Biggest Names Together
• Record-Breaking Achievement in Country Music History
• Ella Langley’s Dandelion Album Sets Stage for Historic Arena Tour
• Will Ella Langley’s Acting Career Follow Her Music Success?
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Ella Langley just dropped the ‘Choosin’ Texas’ music video featuring Luke Grimes, Miranda Lambert, and more stars. The star-studded visual premieres today at 5:30 PM CT on YouTube, showcasing an all-star cast telling tumultuous love stories.

Luke Grimes Confirms Yellowstone Star Appears in Video

Luke Grimes officially confirmed his appearance in ‘Choosin’ Texas’ during an exclusive interview. The Yellowstone and Marshals actor revealed the opportunity came together perfectly timing-wise. According to Grimes, Langley asked him to participate, and he was already in the right place at the right moment.

Grimes praised the catchy hit song extensively, calling it ‘the catchiest thing in forever.’ He expressed genuine admiration for both the track and Ella Langley as an artist. “I’m always down to help collaborate with a fellow artist, and I’m a big fan of her,” Grimes stated in the exclusive interview.

Star-Studded Cast Brings Country Music’s Biggest Names Together

The ‘Choosin’ Texas’ video features an impressive ensemble of country music’s brightest talents. Miranda Lambert, who co-wrote the track, performs in a honky tonk setting alongside rising star Kaitlin Butts. The cast also includes Ava Phillippe, daughter of Reese Witherspoon, and world champion bull rider J.B. Mauney.

The teaser clip shows Langley and Grimes slow dancing, riding in a truck into Abilene, Texas, and experiencing various scenes from the song’s romantic storyline. Additional appearances include multiple cowboys, bar patrons, and musicians creating an authentic Texas atmosphere throughout the visual.

Record-Breaking Achievement in Country Music History

“Choosin’ Texas” has made unprecedented strides on the Billboard Hot 100. The song became Ella Langley’s first-ever multi-week No. 1 hit and achieved the longest-running No. 1 by a solo female country artist in the chart’s entire history. This milestone represents a major breakthrough for Langley’s career.

Within three months of 2026, the track has sold more units than any other song from a solo female country artist. Miranda Lambert, as executive producer and co-writer alongside Joybeth Taylor and Luke Dick, played a crucial role in crafting this breakthrough hit that listeners can’t get out of their heads.

Detail	Information
Video Premier	April 1, 2026 at 5:30 PM CT
Platform	YouTube
Main Cast	Ella Langley, Luke Grimes, Miranda Lambert, Kaitlin Butts, Ava Phillippe
Album Release	Dandelion – April 10, 2026

“I love that song. I think it deserves to be as big as it is. It’s the catchiest thing in forever, and I can’t get it out of my head.”

— Luke Grimes, Yellowstone and Marshals Star

Ella Langley’s Dandelion Album Sets Stage for Historic Arena Tour

‘Choosin’ Texas’ leads the charge for Ella Langley’s sophomore album, ‘Dandelion,’ dropping April 10, 2026 via SAWGOD Records/Columbia. The 18-track project features Miranda Lambert as executive producer alongside Ben West. Langley revealed that this record contains her deepest artistry yet.

Langley stated, “This record has so much growth in it. I’ve never poured more of myself into a project.” The album includes previously released hits like ‘Dandelion,’ ‘Be Her,’ and ‘Loving Life Again.’ Each track reflects her personal journey of learning, making mistakes, and embracing life’s lessons.

Will Ella Langley’s Acting Career Follow Her Music Success?

Luke Grimes hinted that Ella Langley could transition into television acting. During the interview, Grimes mentioned meeting Langley at Jamey Johnson’s wedding years ago, where she expressed genuine interest in pursuing acting roles. Grimes expressed enthusiasm about potentially casting her in the renewed ‘Marshals’ series.

Grimes commented, “Talent is talent. If you can get up on stage for an hour in front of a microphone and entertain people, you have a knack for acting.” With her record-breaking music achievements and now successful acting debut in this music video, Ella Langley appears positioned for major growth beyond country music.

Sources

• Music Mayhem Magazine – Exclusive interview with Luke Grimes on ‘Choosin’ Texas’ music video and Ella Langley collaboration
• iHeart Country – ‘Choosin’ Texas’ music video premiere details and release time announcement
• Country Music Nation – Record-breaking achievement stats for Ella Langley’s breakthrough hit