“When I got kicked out of school for singing at Coyote Joe’s, I could’ve written a sad song about it — but that’s not who I am,” Bailey shares. “I wanted to turn it into something fun that people could sing and dance to. Honky Tonk Hallelujah is my way of laughing through it all, celebrating the music, and reminding myself — and everyone else — to find joy even when things don’t go as planned.”
Bailey Marie’s “Honky Tonk Hallelujah” drops you straight into a Saturday night at a small-town bar — specifically the legendary Coyote Joe’s — where faith and fun blur into one. Her witty, clever storytelling recalls Miranda Lambert’s sharp lyricism, though Bailey adds her own honky-tonk fire and infectious energy: “Two blocks down past the Church of Christ / where the road turns to dirt / yeah, it’s on the right / where the faithful gather on a Saturday night / and I know that you know, knock three times, Joe’ll let you in.” DOWNLOAD AND STREAM
The music video features social media influencer and TikTok star Ginger Billy, who brings his humor and Southern charm to the project alongside Bailey.
The chorus roars, Bailey’s vocal strong and sure: “Raise your glass and sing along / the music’s loud and the drinks are strong / singing praise with a shot in hand / we all find grace in a two-step dance / there’s no sin in one more round / they’ll pick you up if you fall down / can I get an amen / let the spirit move ya / it’s a honky tonk hallelujah.”
Bailey Marie is a rising country/pop singer, songwriter, and actor from North Carolina whose heartfelt storytelling and powerhouse vocals bridge traditional country roots with a modern pop edge. She made her Apollo Theater debut at just 10 years old and has since performed at iconic venues including The Roxy in Hollywood, Universal Studios in Burbank, and Coyote Joe’s in Charlotte. She has written over 70 original songs alongside acclaimed Nashville hitmakers such as Leslie Satcher, Doug Johnson, Burton Collins, Bobby Terry, and Terri Jo Box, and currently collaborates with Grammy-nominated producer Kent Wells, best known as Dolly Parton’s longtime producer.
Bailey has shared the stage with Lainey Wilson, Gwen Stefani, John Michael Montgomery, Priscilla Block, and Lily Rose, and has appeared on major TV shows like Apple TV’s Swagger (as Marianne) and HBO Max’s The Staircase (as Ashley Zamperini). In 2023, she spent the summer in Los Angeles filming for a major network music show, and her upcoming festival lineup includes Field & Stream Music Festival with Miranda Lambert, Eric Church, and Lynyrd Skynyrd; Carolina Country Music Fest with Lainey Wilson and Jelly Roll; and Lovin’ Life Fest with Gwen Stefani.
With her soulful voice, magnetic stage presence, and unstoppable drive, Bailey Marie continues to carve her place as one of country music’s brightest new stars.
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