Be Her
| "Be Her" | |
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| Single by Ella Langley | |
| from the album Dandelion | |
| Released | March 23, 2026 |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 3:38 |
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| Ella Langley singles chronology | |
| Music video | |
| "Be Her" on YouTube | |
"Be Her" is a song by American country music singer Ella Langley. The song was serviced to country radio on March 23, 2026, as the second single from her second studio album, Dandelion .[1] [2] [3] Langley wrote the song with Jordan Schmidt, Michael Hardy, and Smith Ahnquist, and produced it with Ben West and Miranda Lambert.[4] [5] It peaked at No. 2 on the Billboard Hot 100, being blocked by her own song "Choosin' Texas".[6]
The song inspired her debut fragrance in April 2026, developed in partnership with NOYZ.[7] [8] [9]
Composition
[edit ]According to co-writer Hardy, the song "basically wrote itself" in approximately 30 minutes during their writing session.[10] 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.[5] The track is an introspective "anthem" focused on self-worth and the longing for a life of simplicity and authenticity.[11] Lyrics depict an idealized version of a woman who is "grounded in her faith" and "completely comfortable in her own skin".[12]
Critical reception
[edit ]Critics have praised the song for its "vulnerability" and "raw honesty".[13] The Music Universe described it as "honestly and sharply written", highlighting Langley's "unmistakable vocal".[14]
Music video
[edit ]The official music video for "Be Her" was released on February 13, 2026, co-directed by Langley herself alongside Wales Toney.[15] 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.[16]
Charts
[edit ]| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Australia (ARIA)[17] | 28 |
| Canada Hot 100 (Billboard )[18] | 6 |
| Canada Country (Billboard )[19] | 1 |
| Global 200 (Billboard )[20] | 28 |
| Ireland (IRMA)[21] | 33 |
| New Zealand (Recorded Music NZ)[22] | 35 |
| Nigeria (TurnTable Top 100)[23] | 75 |
| Nigeria Airplay (TurnTable)[24] | 39 |
| UK Singles (OCC)[25] | 50 |
| UK Country Airplay (Radiomonitor )[26] | 3 |
| US Billboard Hot 100 [27] | 2 |
| US Country Airplay (Billboard )[28] | 1 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard )[29] | 2 |
Release history
[edit ]| Region | Date | Format(s) | Label(s) | Ref. |
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| United States | March 23, 2026 | Country radio |
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References
[edit ]- ^ "Spotify – Web Player". Spotify. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Cruz, Yvette Dela (February 17, 2026). "Listen: Ella Langley Drops 'Be Her' Before 'Dandelion' Album". 102.7 Coyote Country. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ a b U.S. Radio Updater on X: ".@ellalangleymsic’s "Be Her" will officially impact US Country Radio on March 23rd as the 2nd radio single from ‘Dandelion’ (via @TripleTigers). https://t.co/sUVp42xfDz" / X
- ^ "ACE Repertory". www.ascap.com. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ a b "'Be Her' by Ella Langley - Lyrics & Meaning | Holler". holler.country. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Trust, Gary (May 11, 2026). "Ella Langley Takes Top 2 on Billboard Hot 100 With 'Choosin' Texas' & 'Be Her'". Billboard. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- ^ Sink, Lauryn (April 24, 2026). "Ella Langley Debuts New Fragrance". MusicRow.com. Retrieved May 13, 2026.
- ^ "Be Her By Ella Langley | Eau de Parfum". NOYZ. Retrieved May 13, 2026.
- ^ Spruch-Feiner, Sara (April 23, 2026). "Exclusive: Noyz partners with Ella Langley to launch its first celeb-fronted scent at Stagecoach". Glossy. Retrieved May 13, 2026.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ 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.
- ^ Braithwaite, Andrew (February 13, 2026). "Fans Say Ella Langley Is on a Roll With New Single "Be Her"". Music Talkers. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Iahn, Buddy (February 13, 2026). "Ella Langley drops 'Be Her'". The Music Universe. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Columbia (February 13, 2026). "Watch Ella Langley's 'Be Her' Video". www.antimusic.com. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ Edwards, Jay (February 18, 2026). "Watch the video for Ella Langley's new song "Be Her"". K92.3. Retrieved February 19, 2026.
- ^ "ARIA Top 50 Singles Chart". Australian Recording Industry Association. May 18, 2026. Retrieved May 15, 2026.
- ^ "Billboard Canadian Hot 100: Week of May 23, 2026". Billboard . Retrieved May 19, 2026.
- ^ "Ella Langley Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard . Retrieved May 25, 2026.
- ^ "Billboard Global 200: Week of April 25, 2026". Billboard . Retrieved April 21, 2026.
- ^ "Official Irish Singles Chart on 15/5/2026 – Top 50". Official Charts Company. Retrieved May 16, 2026.
- ^ "Official Top 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. May 15, 2026. Retrieved May 15, 2026.
- ^ "TurnTable Nigeria Top 100: April 10th, 2026 – April 16th, 2026". TurnTable . Retrieved April 27, 2026.
- ^ "TurnTable Nigeria Official Radio Songs: April 10th, 2026 – April 16th, 2026". TurnTable . Retrieved April 27, 2026.
- ^ "Official Singles Chart on 17/4/2026 – Top 100". Official Charts Company. Retrieved April 18, 2026.
- ^ "This week on the UK Country Radio Airplay Chart:". Absolute Radio Country. March 8, 2026.
- ^ Trust, Gary (May 11, 2026). "Ella Langley Takes Top 2 on Billboard Hot 100 With 'Choosin' Texas' & 'Be Her'". Billboard. Retrieved May 11, 2026.
- ^ "Ella Langley Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard . Retrieved May 30, 2026.
- ^ "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard . March 9, 2026. Retrieved March 15, 2026.