If country music has a rising star to watch in 2025, it’s Ella Langley. With raw songwriting, a powerful voice, and a breakout duet with Riley Green called “You Look Like You Love Me”, she’s gone from social media standout to one of the most nominated artists at the CMA Awards 2025. But who is Ella Langley, exactly and how did she become such a big deal so quickly?

Who Is Ella Langley?

• Full Name: Elizabeth Camille Langley (Wikipedia)
  
• Born: May 4, 1999, in Hope Hull, Alabama (Biography)
  
• Style & Sound: Country with a Southern-rock edge, honest songwriting, and lyrical maturity. (TV Insider)
  
• Breakthrough: She gained early buzz when her song “If You Have To” went viral on TikTok in 2021. (Yahoo)
  
• Record Deal: Signed with Sony Music Nashville / Columbia Records.
  
• Debut Album: Hungover, released in August 2024. (Wikipedia)
  
• Touring & Collaboration: She has toured with huge names like Riley Green, Morgan Wallen, Dierks Bentley, Luke Bryan, and more. (Ella Langley)

The Big Hit: You Look Like You Love Me (with Riley Green)

One of the biggest moments in Ella’s career is her duet with Riley Green, You Look Like You Love Me.

The song became a No. 1 hit at country radio. (Ella Langley)

That track won Musical Event of the Year at the 2024 CMA Awards. (Biography)

It’s become her signature song, widely praised for its conversational verses, old-school country feel, and chemistry between Ella and Riley. (Yahoo)

They even performed it live on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon. (Biography)

That song didn’t just launch her it cemented her.

CMA Awards 2025: Nominations & Wins

The CMA Awards 2025 have been huge for Ella Langley. Here’s howshes doing:

She’s nominated for six CMAs, tying with big names like Lainey Wilson and Megan Moroney. (Biography)

Her categories include:

Female Vocalist of the Year (Biography)

New Artist of the Year (Biography)

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

At the 2025 CMA Awards (59th Annual) — held November 19, 2025, at Bridgestone Arena in Nashville — she won big:

Single of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me” (Yahoo)

Song of the Year (same track) (Yahoo)

Music Video of the Year for that song as well. (Yahoo)

It was a breakout night for her. (Hindustan Times)

More Achievements: ACM Awards & Other Milestones

Ella Langley isn’t just big at the CMAs she’s also madewaves at the ACM Awards:

At the 2025 ACM Awards, she was among the most nominated artists, with eight nominations. (Yahoo)

She came home with multiple wins: New Female Artist of the Year, Single of the Year, Musical Event of the Year, and Visual Media of he Year for You Look Like You Love Me (which she codirected). (Yahoo)

She also performed at the ACMs, delivering a standout version of her song “Weren’t for the Wind”. (Yahoo)

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

Her Music: From Hungover to Choosin’ Texas

Ella’s musical journey has been steady but dynamic:

1. Debut Album: Hungover

Released August 2, 2024. (Wikipedia)

Features heartbreak, self reflection, and classic country instrumentation. (Biography)

Includes You Look Like You Love Me and another fan favorite, Weren’t for the Wind.

1. Single: Weren’t for the Wind

Released from the deluxe reissue of Hungover in October 2024. (Wikipedia)

Ella co-wrote it with Johnny Clawson and Joybeth Taylor. (Wikipedia)

The song went to country radio in early 2025, giving her more exosure. (Wikipedia)

3. New Song: Choosin Texas

Dropped October 17, 2025. (Wikipedia)

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

Co-written with Miranda Lambert, Luke Dick, and Joybeth Taylor  yes, the MirandaLambert. (Wikipedia)

The story behind the song is both funny and sweet: it came from a writing retreat where Ella riffed on Lambert’s story about being pulld over with a kangaroo. (Wikipedia)

It’s a strong continuation of her style  grounded, storytellng, and very much in touch with country roots.

Her Roots & Rise: From Alabama to Nashville

Ella’s journey is very much a classic Nashville story with a few modern twists:

• Hometown: Hope Hull, Alabama. She grew uparound music, learning from her grandfather who played instuments and hosted jam sessions. (Biography)
  
• She dropped out of Auburn University, where she was studying forestry, to pursue music full-time. (Biography)
  
• In 2023, she made her debut at the Grand Ole Opry, a major milestone for any country artist. (Yahoo)
  
• Her big break came via TikTok: a video of her singing If You Have To went viral, and she leveaged that to build her fan base.
  
• She’s earned praise for being a straight-shootin’ songwriter  her lyrics are real, emotional, and often reflect heatbreak or self-discovery.

Relationship with Riley Green

Ella’s collaboration with Riley Green has been pivotal:

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

• Their duet You Look Like You Love Me is her signature hit. (Biography)
  
• They’ve toured together: she is part of Riley Green’s “Damn Country Music” tour. (Ella Langley)
  
• Their chemistry isn’t just musical fans often speculate about their relationship, but Ella and Riley havesaid they’re just good friends.(Biography)
  
• Riley’s presence in her life and career feels supportive and very collaborative not just a duet partner, but somene who believes in her.

Health Hiatus: Slowing Down to Heal

In August 2025, Ella announced a break from touring to focus on her health. (Country Living) She shared that she’d been fighting sickness and feeling exhausted, and decided sheneeded time forher mind, body, and heart. (Country Living)

She dropped a heartfelt message on Instagram and quoted a Bible verse (Matthew 11:28) to explain that she needed rest. (Country Living) Her pause was met ith an outpouring of lve from fans who expressed support and hope for her recovery.

Why Ella Langley Is a Big Deal in 2025

1. Award Recognition

Leading CMA Awards 2025 nominations (6). (Biography)

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

Her song with Riley Green won Single of heYear and Songof the Year at the 2025 CMA Awards. (Hindustan Times)

2. Songwriting & Authenticity

Her songs feel genuine. Whether it’s heartbreak, small-town reflections, or lighthearted romance, her lyrics resonate.

She’s earned praise for her raw, real voice not overly polished, but emotionally powerful. (TV Insider)

3. Industry Respect

Signed to Sony Nashville / Columbia major support behind her. (Wikipedia)

Touring with huge artists: Riley Green, Morgan Wallen, Luke Bryan. (Ella Langley)

She’s writing with legends: her recent single “Choosin’
Texas” was co-written with Miranda Lambert. (Wikipedia)

4. Impact on Country Music

Fans and critics alike see her aspart of a new wave of country artists who are bringing both tradition and fresh storytelling.

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

On Reddit, some argue Ella and Lainy Wilson are “saving female country music” after a long droughtof women at the top. (Reddit)

Her rise demonstrates how social media (like TikTok) continues to change how new country artists break through.

What’s Next for Ella Langley

• New Music: With her single Choosin’ Texas out in October 2025, she’s clearly not slowing down. (Wikipedia)
  
• Health & Balance: Taking time off shows maturity  she’s prioritizing long-term sustainability over burnout.
  
• Awards Momentum: With CMA nominations and previous ACM success, she could rack up even more in the coming years.
  
• Touring: When she returns, fans are expecting big tours  and possibly more stadium dates, given her growing profile.
  
• Evolution: Given her singer-songwriter strengths, she’s likely to explore deeper narratives, maybe darker or more intrspective themes in her next album.

Final Thoughts

Ella Langley’s journey reads like a country music fairy tale  from small-town Alabama to major label success, viral TikToks, and award-show wins. Her songwriting and voice aren’t just making her a rising star they’re carving out a lasting place for her in the genre.

Song of the Year, Single of the Year, Music Video of the Year, and Musical Event of the Year for “You Look Like You Love Me”. (Biography)

Her big moment at the CMA Awards 2025, alongside her collaboration with Riley Green, shows she’s not just a flash in the pan. She’s a real contender..

And as she pauses to heal, te respect she’s already earned suggests her next chapter could be even stronger. Whether you’re a longtime country fan or just discovering the next wave of artists, Ella Langley is someone to keep watching  because she’s only getting started.