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.
Girl Problems
Chris Lane Lyrics
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Girl problems some drama, some wanting a diamond after just one day
You saw me coming
All hours of stalking and watching my every move
Girl problems I've dealt with some crazy, but baby that was all before you
'Cause now I'm up too late at night
You're turning on everything but the light
Which part of you do I love best?
How do I keep kissing you and catch my breath?
Yeah, now with you I got a whole new set
New set of girl problems
(Problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems (problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems you know since I met you I can't think of anything else
Girl problems do I take you downtown or keep you here all to myself?
I'm spending all my money, my time, every minute and dime I got
Girl problems I'm in love with you baby and I don't ever wanna stop
'Cause now I'm up too late at night
You're turning on everything but the light
Got to go work, but I don't wanna go
Which part of you do I love best?
How do I keep kissing you and catch my breath?
Yeah, now with you I got a whole new set
New set of girl problems
(Problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems(problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
My kind of girl problems
And I don't wanna ever solve them
Yeah, I'm just glad I got 'em
Oh, I never wanna let you go, no
'Cause now I'm up too late at night
You're turning on everything but the light
Got to go work, but I don't wanna go
Which part of you do I love best?
How do I keep kissing you and catch my breath?
Yeah, now with you I got a whole new set
New set of girl problems
(Problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems (problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems (problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
Girl problems (problem, problem, problem is, I can't find one problem with you)
In Chris Lane's song "Girl Problems," he addresses the common issues that men face when dealing with women in relationships. He starts off by acknowledging the difficulties he has faced with women in the past, including drama and materialism. However, all of that changes when he meets the woman he is currently in love with. She is different from the rest, and he can't seem to get enough of her. Chris talks about the new set of "girl problems" she has brought into his life, but these are problems he doesn't mind having. He finds himself enamoured by her, unwilling to let her go and willing to do anything to keep her around.
The chorus captures his dilemma perfectly, as he is stuck between wanting to stay with her all night and needing to go to work. He notes how he's spending all of his time and money on her, and he doesn't want it to stop. Chris is faced with a new challenge - not having any issues with his partner, which can be overwhelming at times. He sings about how he can't seem to find any problems with her and how he never wants to solve them either.
In conclusion, "Girl Problems" is a catchy song that displays how relationships can bring about their own set of difficulties. Chris Lane's lyrics skillfully express the struggles one can face when seeking love while remaining upbeat and catchy.
Line by Line Meaning
Girl problems yeah, they're bad and I've had my fair share from back in the day
I have experienced many bad situations with women in the past.
Girl problems some drama, some wanting a diamond after just one day
Women can create drama and may have unrealistic expectations early on in a relationship.
You saw me coming
Women have taken advantage of me in the past.
All hours of stalking and watching my every move
Women have been overly possessive and jealous in the past.
Girl problems I've dealt with some crazy, but baby that was all before you
I have encountered some emotionally unstable women in the past, but meeting you has changed everything.
Which part of you do I love best?
I am deeply in love with you and cherish everything about you.
How do I keep kissing you and catch my breath?
Your beauty and love take my breath away and leave me speechless.
New set of girl problems
I have a fresh set of challenges to face now that I am in a relationship with you.
My kind of girl problems
I love the challenges that come with being in a relationship with you.
And I don't wanna ever solve them
I never want our relationship to end, and I am willing to face any challenges that come our way.
Yeah, I'm just glad I got 'em
I am grateful for the challenges that being in a relationship with you presents.
Oh, I never wanna let you go, no
I never want to lose you and will do anything to keep you in my life.
Lyrics © Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC, Warner Chappell Music, Inc.
Written by: CHRIS DESTEFANO, ASHLEY GORLEY, JOSH KEAR
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