Lainey Wilson Surprises Fans With Acoustic Version of 'Somewhere Over Laredo'

Lainey Wilson released a stripped-back piano version of Somewhere Over Laredo on Instagram, offering fans a new take on the single from her upcoming album Whirlwind (due in August). Filmed outdoors on a gravel path surrounded by greenery, Wilson performed at the piano, letting natural sounds and minimal visuals create a calm, emotional atmosphere.

Fans quickly responded, calling the video “tear jerker” material and praising her voice as “magic” and “a breath of fresh air.” Many appreciated the break from heavily produced music, saying the acoustic version brought out the song’s emotion even more.

The acoustic drop is part of her strategy to preview a more intimate side of Whirlwind. The move reinforces Wilson’s place as both a mainstream star and a torchbearer for traditional country, as Whirlwind shapes up to be one of the year’s most anticipated country albums.