Career Timeline of Lainey Wilson: Major Achievements and Milestones
How Lainey Wilson built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.
Lainey Wilson is an American country singer-songwriter. After early performances, she moved to Nashville to pursue a music career. She released two albums independently in 2014 and 2016. Wilson then secured a publishing deal and released an EP in 2019 featuring "Things a Man Oughta Know." In 2020, the song was released as a single through BBR Music Group and reached number one on the American country songs chart, marking a significant breakthrough in her career.
2006: EP Release on Myspace
In 2006, Lainey Wilson released an extended play (EP) on Myspace titled Country Girls Rule.
August 2011: Move to Nashville
In August 2011, Lainey Wilson graduated from high school and moved to Nashville.
2014: Self-Titled Album Release on Cupit Label
In 2014, Lainey Wilson released a self-titled album on the Cupit label.
2014: First Album Release
In 2014, Lainey Wilson released her first album on Cupit.
2016: Second Album Release
In 2016, Lainey Wilson released her second album on Lone Chief.
2016: "Tougher" Album Release on Lone Chief Label
In 2016, Lainey Wilson released the album "Tougher" on the Lone Chief label, which gained an audience and made the Billboard Top Country Albums chart.
2018: EP Release and Signing with Sony/ATV
In 2018, Lainey Wilson released her second self-titled EP, leading to her signing a publishing deal with Sony/ATV and a management deal.
2018: Signs with BBR Music Group
In 2018, Lainey Wilson signed a major-label recording contract with the BBR Music Group.
2019: Major Label Release and Tour
In 2019, Lainey Wilson released her third EP Redneck Hollywood, her debut major label single "Dirty Looks", toured with Morgan Wallen, and had her songs featured in Yellowstone.
2019: Extended Play Release and Publishing Deal
In 2019, Lainey Wilson secured a publishing deal and released an extended play (EP) which included the song "Things a Man Oughta Know".
August 2020: "Things a Man Oughta Know" Single Release to Radio
In August 2020, Lainey Wilson's single "Things a Man Oughta Know" was issued to radio by the BBR label, gaining media attention.
2020: "Things a Man Oughta Know" Single Release
In 2020, "Things a Man Oughta Know" was issued as a single through the BBR Music Group.
2021: Breakout Success of "Things a Man Oughta Know" and Album Release
In 2021, "Things a Man Oughta Know" became Lainey Wilson's breakout single, reaching number one on Billboard Country Airplay, and she released her third studio album Sayin' What I'm Thinkin'.
2021: Tour and Collaboration with Cole Swindell
In 2021, Lainey Wilson appeared on Jason Aldean's "Back in the Saddle Tour" and collaborated with Cole Swindell on the single "Never Say Never".
2022: Solo Single, Album, CMA Nominations and Yellowstone Appearance
In 2022, Lainey Wilson released her solo single "Heart Like a Truck" and the album Bell Bottom Country, received six CMA nominations, and joined the cast of Yellowstone.
2023: Co-writing Credit
In 2023, Lainey Wilson co-wrote "Chasing Tornadoes" by MacKenzie Porter.
2023: Entertainer of the Year Award
In 2023, Lainey Wilson received a Country Music Association Award, including winning Entertainer of the Year.
2023: CMA Awards Wins
In 2023, Lainey Wilson received nine nominations at the Country Music Association Awards, winning five including Entertainer of the Year.
May 9, 2024: Announcement of "Whirlwind" Album Release
On May 9, 2024, Lainey Wilson announced that her fifth album Whirlwind was released on August 23, 2024.
May 20, 2024: "Hang Tight Honey" Released
On May 20, 2024, "Hang Tight Honey" was released as the lead single from the album "Whirlwind".
May 31, 2024: Opening of Bell Bottoms Up
On May 31, 2024, Lainey Wilson opened Bell Bottoms Up, a three-story bar, Cajun restaurant and music venue in downtown Nashville.
August 23, 2024: Release of Whirlwind Album
Lainey Wilson's fifth album, Whirlwind, was released on August 23, 2024.
2024: Feature on Keith Urban's Song
In 2024, Lainey Wilson featured on Keith Urban's song "Go Home W U".
2025: Entertainer of the Year Award
In 2025, Lainey Wilson received a Country Music Association Award, including winning Entertainer of the Year.
2026: Acting Debut in "Reminders of Him"
In 2026, Lainey Wilson will make her feature film acting debut in Reminders of Him.
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