Lane's signature is the falsetto. In Lane's hands, mixing those earth-shattering high notes with banjo plucks and a danceable beat (whether that dancing is done in cowboy boots or Nike sneakers) has never felt more natural, or so unique. He may have some Girl Problems, as the title of his forthcoming debut album suggests, but he has no problem at all weaving a fresh sound that both thrills country fans and encourages pop faithfuls to dip a toe into his side of the Mason-Dixon.
After touring with Dustin Lynch, Kelsea Ballerini and Rascal Flatts, Lane has been making a name for himself as one of the genre's most groundbreaking new stars: his first single, "Fix," is bound for the top of the country radio charts and just passed both 20 million streams on Spotify and over 3.5 million views on Vevo, making waves for how effortlessly it blends progressive pop and that sultry falsetto with his country roots. It's a record-breaker, too: the song has accumulated the most first week single adds from a debut male artist in Country Aircheck history, all while drawing praise from the likes of Selena Gomez, Lucy Hale, Daughtry and more. Now, Lane's ready to share Girl Problems with the world, his much-anticipated debut LP produced by Joey Moi (Florida Georgia Line, Jake Owen) to be released by Big Loud Records on August 5th.
Originally from North Carolina but now residing in Nashville, Lane once thought his life was heading in an entirely different direction: an ace athlete, he played football and baseball until an injury sidelined him permanently. Looking for an outlet, he turned to the guitar – he'd always loved music growing up, and listened to everything from Garth Brooks and Usher to Justin Timberlake – and it quickly turned from a hobby into a downright passion. He started playing in a cover band and became a must-see act in town, all while starting to write his own songs, a talent that came unexpectedly easily.
"Once I got a taste of what it was like to be on stage," says Lane, "and more and more people came out to the shows, I thought, 'well, I should try and write my own music.' I sat down and wrote twelve songs. After that, it instantly felt like music was what I truly was supposed to be doing. I discovered a passion I never thought I could have."
Soon, Nashville came calling, and it wasn't before long that he found himself working with Moi, who was instantly drawn to his cutting-edge originality and ability to transcend genres. One day in the studio, Lane was singing an Usher song to himself while Moi was working behind the controls – including all of the high, falsetto notes that are impossible for most to even approach. And, suddenly, a light bulb went off: they realized they could integrate those vocal abilities into Lane's music in way that country had never quite done before. "I'm so glad we discovered that," says Lane. "It's out of the box for country music, and that's how I like to be."
Once Lane felt free to unleash those killer vocals, everything fell into place: it was the thread that laced together his diverse pop and country influences, and "Fix," written by Sarah Buxton, Jesse Frasure and Abe Stoklasa, was the first piece of that puzzle (and also the title of his debut EP). Girl Problems – named as an ode not only to the difficulties of romance but the beauty of learning from missteps and mistakes - takes the ride one step further, pushing even more boundaries, packing more surprises and, most of all, always remembering to make people dance or sing along. From the smooth, R&B vibe of "Who's It Gonna Be" that absolutely smashes with its infectious, eighties-pop infused chorus; to the twang disco of "All The Time"; to the mid-tempo "For Her," which Lane describes as his "Backstreet Boy" moment – if the Backstreet Boys played a little banjo – it's a contemporary ride from one exciting corner of the genre to the next, reinventing country with every octave.
"I love what Florida Georgia Line is doing, and what Sam Hunt has done," says Lane. "They have created something that was unique to country that nobody else had tried. That's how I strive to create music, too. To infuse so many different aspects and influences into one unique sound, that always pushes forward."
Florida Georgia Line, in fact, has been a mentor of sorts to Lane – they recognized his talent early on and took him on the road before anyone barely knew his name. It was a good gamble – audiences loved his high-energy, captivating performances, and other artists like Rascal Flatts snatched him up as a tourmate, too. Tireless on the road and always on all cylinders at every show, Lane attributes his work ethic to his years as an athlete.
"I guess I've gone from playing baseball in stadiums to singing in stadiums," Lane laughs. Either way, he's still hitting soaring homeruns.
All About You
Chris Lane Lyrics
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So tell me every little secret I don't already know
Sometimes it feels like I don't know enough about you, but I want to
You make me want to
Get emotiona make it personal
Tell me everything you ever wanted me to know
All of the good, all of the bad, all of the hurting you've been through
Anything and everything you ever dreamed your whole life
'Cause girl I just know I wanna know all about you
'Cause I'm all about you
I wanna know how much your daddy loved your mama
You're what it means to keep a promise when you're sayin' "I do"
I ain't tryna get ahead of myself, but I want to
You make want to
Get emotional make it personal
Tell me everything you ever wanted me to know
Every up, every down, every side of you
All of the good, all of the bad, all of the hurting you've been through
Anything and everything you ever dreamed your whole life
'Cause girl I just know I wanna know all about you
'Cause I'm all about you
It ain't a secret you've been stealing my attention
So tell me every little secret I don't already know
Sometimes it feels like I don't know enough about you, but I want to
You make me want to
Every up, every down, every side of you
All of the good, all of the bad, all of the hurting you've been through
Anything and everything you ever dreamed your whole life
'Cause girl I just know I wanna know all about you (I wouldn't want it any other way)
'Cause I'm all about you (I just wanna love you everyday baby)
I wanna know all about you (I wouldn't want it any other way)
'Cause I'm all about you (I just wanna love you everyday, baby)
The lyrics of Chris Lane's "All About You" describe a person who is deeply interested in understanding everything about their significant other. The listener can understand that the singer feels that he doesn't know enough about his partner, and he wants to know all there is to know. He wants to know every secret and every detail about her life, ranging from her family history to her dreams and aspirations. Throughout the lyrics, the singer expresses strong feelings of wanting to be close to his partner and understand her completely, even if this requires a level of vulnerability.
The song can be interpreted as an exposition on the importance of genuine emotional connection in relationships. The singer emphasises the significance of knowing every aspect of their partner, demonstrating a desire for deep intimacy and a relationship based on trust and openness. Furthermore, the lyrics can also be seen as a celebration of love and the lengths people go to for the people they love.
Line by Line Meaning
It ain't a secret you've been stealing my attention
It's clear you have my attention and I don't want to hide it from you.
So tell me every little secret I don't already know
Reveal to me the things you have kept hidden, I am ready to understand them.
Sometimes it feels like I don't know enough about you, but I want to
I crave to learn more about you because I really care for you.
You make me want to
You have power over me and I cannot resist the urge to be closer to you.
Get emotional make it personal
Share your deepest feelings with me and make it meaningful.
Tell me everything you ever wanted me to know
Don't hold back anything and express yourself freely.
Every up, every down, every side of you
I want to know everything about you, the good times, bad times, and your personality.
All of the good, all of the bad, all of the hurting you've been through
Nothing about you is insignificant, I am interested in every detail of your life.
Anything and everything you ever dreamed your whole life
Don't be shy to share your aspirations with me and trust me to support you in any way.
'Cause girl I just know I wanna know all about you
My intuition tells me that understanding your true self is essential in our relationship.
'Cause I'm all about you
My focus in this relationship is you and I am committed to learning, supporting and loving you.
I wanna know how much your daddy loved your mama
I am curious to know about your family and what you hold dear to your heart.
You're what it means to keep a promise when you're sayin' "I do"
I admire your commitment and honesty and I want to know more about your beliefs and values.
I ain't tryna get ahead of myself, but I want to
I don't want to rush things, but I am eager to learn more about you and build our relationship.
I just wanna love you everyday baby
My love for you is genuine and I want to cherish you every day.
Lyrics © CONCORD MUSIC PUBLISHING LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: ANDY ALBERT, CHRIS LANE, JORDAN SCHMIDT
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