Be Her

"Be Her"
Promotional single by Ella Langley
from the album Dandelion
ReleasedFebruary 13, 2026
GenreCountry
Length3:38
Label
Songwriters
Producers
Music video
"Be Her" on YouTube

"Be Her" is a song by American country music singer Ella Langley, released on February 13, 2026, as the second single from her upcoming second studio album Dandelion.[1][2] Langley wrote the song with Jordan Schmidt, Michael Hardy, and Smith Ahnquist, and produced it with Ben West and Miranda Lambert.[3][4]

Composition

According to co-writer Hardy, the song "basically wrote itself" in approximately 30 minutes during their writing session.[5] Described as a "neo-traditional" country ballad with a "steel-soaked" and "retro, '90s-inspired" feel. It features lush, reverb-laden guitars and ethereal pedal steel.[4] The track is an introspective "anthem" focused on self-worth and the longing for a life of simplicity and authenticity.[6] Lyrics depict an idealized version of a woman who is "grounded in her faith" and "completely comfortable in her own skin".[7]

Critical reception

Critics have praised the song for its "vulnerability" and "raw honesty".[8] The Music Universe described it as "honestly and sharply written", highlighting Langley's "unmistakable vocal".[9]

Music video

The official music video for "Be Her" was released on February 13, 2026, co-directed by Langley herself alongside Wales Toney.[10] The video mirrors her journey toward self-actualization, using symbolic imagery to bridge the gap between who she is and who she wants to become.[11]

Charts

Chart performance for "Be Her"
Chart (2026) Peak
position
Australia (ARIA)[12] 93
Canada Hot 100 (Billboard)[13] 25
Canada Country (Billboard)[14] 49
Global 200 (Billboard)[15] 54
New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[16] 8
UK Country Airplay (Radiomonitor)[17] 3
US Billboard Hot 100[18] 16
US Country Airplay (Billboard)[19] 28
US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[20] 2

References

  1. ^ "Spotify – Web Player". Spotify. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  2. ^ Cruz, Yvette Dela (February 17, 2026). "Listen: Ella Langley Drops 'Be Her' Before 'Dandelion' Album". 102.7 Coyote Country. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  3. ^ "ACE Repertory". www.ascap.com. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  4. ^ a b "'Be Her' by Ella Langley - Lyrics & Meaning | Holler". holler.country. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  5. ^ Piner, Chris (February 13, 2026). "How HARDY Knew Ella Langley's "Be Her" Was a Hit in 30 Minutes". American Songwriter. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  6. ^ Rockshot (February 14, 2026). "Ella Langley Turns Inward On Reflective New Single 'Be Her' Ahead Of Dandelion Release | Rockshot Magazine". rockshotmagazine.com. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  7. ^ O'Connell, Madeleine (February 13, 2026). "Ella Langley Keeps the Hits Coming With New Song 'Be Her' Ahead of 'Dandelion' Release". Country Now. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  8. ^ Braithwaite, Andrew (February 13, 2026). "Fans Say Ella Langley Is on a Roll With New Single "Be Her"". Music Talkers - Latest Music News & Artist Exposure. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  9. ^ Iahn, Buddy (February 13, 2026). "Ella Langley drops 'Be Her'". The Music Universe. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  10. ^ Columbia (February 13, 2026). "Watch Ella Langley's 'Be Her' Video". www.antimusic.com. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  11. ^ Edwards, Jay (February 18, 2026). "Watch the video for Ella Langley's new song "Be Her"". K92.3. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
  12. ^ "The ARIA Report: Week Commencing 2 March 2026". The ARIA Report. No. 1878. Australian Recording Industry Association. March 2, 2026. p. 4.
  13. ^ "Billboard Canadian Hot 100: Week of February 28, 2026". Billboard. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
  14. ^ "Canada Country: Week of February 28, 2026". Billboard Canada. Retrieved February 26, 2026.
  15. ^ "Billboard Global 200: Week of February 28, 2026". Billboard. Retrieved February 24, 2026.
  16. ^ "Hot 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. February 20, 2026. Retrieved February 20, 2026.
  17. ^ "This week on the UK Country Radio Airplay Chart:". Absolute Radio Country. March 8, 2026.
  18. ^ "Billboard Hot 100: Week of March 7, 2026". Billboard. Retrieved March 3, 2026.
  19. ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. March 20, 2026. Retrieved March 21, 2026.
  20. ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard. March 9, 2026. Retrieved March 15, 2026.
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