Ella Langley Performed at Nashville Songwriter Awards
The singer-songwriter took the stage at the Ryman Auditorium to showcase two of her hit tracks.
Updated on Sept. 23, 2026 in Country
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Ella Langley performed her songs "Be Her" and "Choosin' Texas" at the annual Nashville Songwriter Awards. The ceremony, held at the historic Ryman Auditorium, also honored "Choosin' Texas" as the Song of the Year.
Why it matters
Recognizing songwriting excellence highlights the creative engine behind country music hits that dominate the charts. This event celebrates the collaborative process that turns brief ideas into award-winning compositions.
The track 'Choosin' Texas' recently surpassed Mariah Carey's 'All I Want for Christmas Is You' to become the longest-running No. 1 song on the Billboard Hot 100. Additionally, the song 'Be Her' was completed in just 30 minutes.
The players
Ella Langley
She is a country music singer-songwriter who performed her hits 'Be Her' and 'Choosin' Texas' at the awards ceremony.
Michael Hardy
He is a songwriter who co-wrote 'Be Her' and conceived its title during a writing retreat.
Miranda Lambert
She is a prominent country music artist who contributed to the songwriting of the Song of the Year, 'Choosin' Texas'.
Jordan Schmidt
He is a professional songwriter who collaborated with Langley and others to pen the song 'Be Her'.
The details
Langley's performance featured her co-written track 'Be Her', which was developed by Michael Hardy just four minutes before he arrived at a writing retreat. The winning Song of the Year, 'Choosin' Texas', was written by Langley alongside Luke Dick, JoyBeth Taylor, and Miranda Lambert.
Timeline
September 23, 2026: Ella Langley performed at the Nashville Songwriter Awards.
Industry Dynamics
The success of 'Choosin' Texas' marks a significant shift in streaming and chart longevity for contemporary country music. This evolution follows the precedent set by record-breaking tracks on the Billboard Hot 100 and signals a move toward high-frequency chart performance.
Fans can look for these award-winning songs on major streaming platforms to hear the tracks recognized during the Nashville ceremony. The success of these hits often dictates which songs receive the most radio play and concert setlist prominence.
The takeaway
The rapid composition of hits like 'Be Her' illustrates the spontaneity often found in professional songwriting environments. Aspiring musicians should note that even highly successful chart-toppers can originate from creative ideas sparked just minutes before a session begins.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by American Songwriter.
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