Jake Worthington Revives Classic Country with Miranda Lambert Collaboration
Jake Worthington has been making waves in country music, and his new album When I Write The Song shows exactly why. The Texas-born singer has built a reputation for bringing back the old-school honky-tonk sounds that defined legends like George Jones, Merle Haggard, and Willie Nelson. His second album, released on September 12, not only leans into that classic tradition but also features special collaborations with some of country’s finest, including Miranda Lambert, Marty Stuart, and Mae Estes.
Worthington’s deep connection to country music runs through family ties. At a recent Grand Ole Opry performance, he played his late grandfather’s guitar while standing on the historic oak circle in the middle of the stage. He shared that his grandfather was a singer-songwriter who played Texas dance halls, and passing down that guitar felt like passing down the heartbeat of his musical journey.
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The album itself feels like a love letter to traditional country. Filled with fiddle, steel guitar, piano, and warm acoustic tones, it’s crafted to sound as close to live music as possible. Worthington himself has said he never wanted to chase sub-genres—he just wanted to make “country music” the way he heard it growing up. From the swing of “My Home’s In Oklahoma” to the humor of “Two First Names” and the raw honesty of “I Only Drink When It Rains,” the record captures different shades of classic country while keeping it fresh for today’s listeners.
One of the standout moments on the album comes from his collaboration with Miranda Lambert. The song, written by Lambert alongside Jesse Frasure, Dean Dillon, and Jessie Jo Dillon, came to Jake as a gift. Lambert told him the story of how it was born out of a rainy-day writing session, and Jake immediately knew it belonged on his album. Not only did he record it, but he also invited Lambert to sing on it. Worthington has said there’s no one like her and that hearing her voice firsthand only deepened his respect for her artistry.
Marty Stuart also lent his legendary touch by bringing in guitars once owned by Clarence White and Hank Williams, Sr., adding even more history and weight to the project. And Mae Estes joined him on the tender track “I Feel You,” creating harmonies that balance his strong, traditional vocals.
Beyond the studio, Jake has embraced new roles in life—becoming a father to his daughter, Whitley. He’s already passing down classic songs to her, the same way his grandfather did for him.
With this album, Worthington isn’t just making music—he’s preserving a tradition, carrying forward the soul of country while reminding everyone that the old sounds still have a place in today’s world. And with Miranda Lambert by his side on this project, it’s clear that his vision for revitalizing country music is only getting stronger.
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