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Ella Langley Celebrates Breakthrough Year With Her First No. 1 Country Hit
2024 has been nothing short of a milestone year for rising country sensation Ella Langley. The Alabama-born singer-songwriter has officially cemented her place in the country music scene, scoring her first-ever No. 1 single on the Billboard Country Airplay Chart with “You Look Like You Love Me,” a heartfelt duet with Riley Green.
To mark this major moment, Langley shared a touching throwback photo on social media that perfectly captures the depth of her journey. The image shows a young Ella standing confidently on stage in a green dress, flanked by two guitarists, her eyes fixed on the crowd ahead — a glimpse of the star she would one day become.
“That little girl has the No. 1 song at country radio today,” Langley wrote in the caption. “I’ve been dreaming this dream for as long as I can remember. I haven’t lived a single day where this wasn’t the plan.”
She continued with gratitude and reflection: “The thing about a dream is, it’s just a dream — until it becomes real. Today it feels real. Thank you for listening, sharing, and believing.”
The post quickly drew thousands of reactions and supportive messages from fans and fellow country stars alike. Miranda Lambert commented, “So, so proud of you! Keep on dreamin’!” while Carly Pearce and Megan Moroney added their congratulations. Rising country favorite Bailey Zimmerman simply wrote, “BIG!!! LET’S GOOO.”
Although Langley may seem like a fresh face, her rise has been years in the making. Originally from Hope Hull, Alabama, she moved to Nashville in 2019 to chase her dream. Before breaking through as an artist, she penned songs for others, including Elle King and Runaway June, before signing with Sony Music Nashville in 2023 — the same year she made her Grand Ole Opry debut.
Her debut album, Hungover, released on August 2, 2024, further showcased her storytelling prowess and raw emotional depth. “You Look Like You Love Me” not only topped charts but also earned Langley her first CMA Award for Musical Event of the Year.
As she looks ahead, Ella Langley is proof that patience, perseverance, and authenticity still define success in country music. From a small-town dreamer to a national chart-topper — her journey is just getting started.