Apple Music's Lost & Found Series Releases 'Time Will Tell'

Lee Brice to record 'found' version of song penned by Trannie Anderson, Lainey Wilson and Dallas Wilson

Feb. 3, 2026 at 10:07am

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Apple Music's Lost & Found series has unveiled its first demo of the year with 'Time Will Tell,' a song written by Trannie Anderson, Lainey Wilson and Dallas Wilson in March 2022. The Anderson-recorded 'lost' version is available now exclusively on Apple Music, and the 'found' version recorded by Lee Brice will release this Friday.

Why it matters

The Lost & Found series aims to uncover and share previously unreleased demos and songs, giving fans a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. This latest release, 'Time Will Tell,' was written during a special retreat in Wickenburg, Arizona by the songwriting trio known as the Heart Wranglers, who have penned multiple No. 1 hits.

The details

The song's title and concept of 'time' came from the initial writing session, with Dallas Wilson explaining how the melody and lyrics about uncertainty and hope fell into place. Lee Brice was tapped to record the 'found' version of the track, which the writers say captures the vulnerability of the moment.

  • The song was written in March 2022 during a retreat in Wickenburg, Arizona.
  • The 'lost' version recorded by Trannie Anderson is available now exclusively on Apple Music.
  • The 'found' version recorded by Lee Brice will be released this Friday, February 6, 2026.

The players

Trannie Anderson

One-third of the songwriting trio the Heart Wranglers, who co-wrote 'Time Will Tell'.

Lainey Wilson

One-third of the songwriting trio the Heart Wranglers, who co-wrote 'Time Will Tell'.

Dallas Wilson

One-third of the songwriting trio the Heart Wranglers, who co-wrote 'Time Will Tell'.

Lee Brice

Country music artist who recorded the 'found' version of 'Time Will Tell' for Apple Music's Lost & Found series.

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What they’re saying

“It came from the first retreat we ever did together in Wickenburg, Arizona. We wrote this song in such a special place that bonded us and our writing combo so much, so to get to share some of those songs with a voice like Lee Brice is incredible.”

— Trannie Anderson

“That retreat, I think we wrote three songs on Bell Bottom Country and one song on the recent record [for Lainey Wilson]. This one has always had a special place. I'm so glad it finally found a home, and Lee Brice is just incredible. It's so cool to hear him on it.”

— Dallas Wilson

“We found the angle of it being a bunch of questions you don't have the answer to, the whole chorus being the uncertainty, but then the verse giving that contrast of hope. Saying I don't have to have all the answers right now but time will tell, I'm going to get through this. The vulnerability of that moment is kind of hard, and I feel like Lee encompasses that emotion.”

— Dallas Wilson

What’s next

The 'found' version of 'Time Will Tell' recorded by Lee Brice will be released this Friday, February 6, 2026 on Apple Music.

The takeaway

The Lost & Found series continues to uncover hidden gems from country music's songwriting community, giving fans a unique behind-the-scenes look at the creative process. This latest release, 'Time Will Tell,' showcases the collaborative spirit and vulnerability that can come from songwriters working together in a retreat setting.