What makes Redneck Hollywood by Lainey Wilson notable?

This EP includes the breakout single 'Things a Man Oughta Know,' which became a major hit and helped Wilson secure a nomination for the ACM New Female Artist of the Year in 2021. The project established her as a fresh voice in country music, appealing to both traditional and modern audiences. Released on September 13, 2019, 'Redneck Hollywood' is Lainey Wilson's debut EP, marking her emergence in the country music scene. Prior to this release, she gained attention through performances and songwriting but had not yet achieved widespread recognition.

How many songs are on Redneck Hollywood?

Redneck Hollywood has 4 tracks, running approximately 12 minutes.

Redneck Hollywood

Lainey Wilson · 2019

12 min · 4 tracks · country music

A vibrant blend of contemporary country with sharp storytelling that captures the essence of small-town life.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Things a Man Oughta Know — This track combines catchy hooks with relatable lyrics about personal growth and expectations in relationships, encapsulating Wilson's vocal strength and storytelling ability.
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Dirty Looks — With its playful attitude and confident delivery, this song showcases Wilson's knack for blending humor and heart, making it a standout moment on the EP.
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Straight Up Sideways — This opening track sets the tone with its upbeat tempo and engaging narrative style, highlighting Wilson's distinctive voice and approach to songwriting.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

48 /100

Foothills

Higher than 19% of albums we've rated

This EP showcases solid songwriting and production but remains within familiar country tropes.

What we noticed

The first track opens with a strong, upbeat tempo that sets a lively tone for the EP.
Each song features storytelling lyrics that reflect personal experiences and small-town themes.
The final track shifts to a more reflective mood, contrasting with the energetic start.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 5/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 6/10

Influence 4/10

Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

Things a Man Oughta Know

The bridge shifts into a reflective tone, listing essential qualities men should possess while intertwining moments from the narrator's own experiences.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Straight Up Sideways 2:58
2 Dirty Looks 3:16
3 Things a Man Oughta Know 3:26
4 LA 2:49

What to play next

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