Ella Langley Releases Cinematic Music Video for 'Choosing Texas'

The video features the country singer acting alongside Luke Grimes and Ava Phillippe.

Apr. 2, 2026 at 10:59pm

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An abstract close-up photograph of shimmering sequins and shattered glass, using dramatic lighting to create a luxurious, glamorous aesthetic.The cinematic music video for Ella Langley's 'Choosing Texas' blends country music with a dramatic, high-fashion visual style.Abilene Today

Ella Langley has released a cinematic music video for her song 'Choosing Texas' that features the country singer acting alongside Yellowstone star Luke Grimes, Ava Phillippe (daughter of Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe), and Miranda Lambert, who co-wrote the song. The video follows Ella and her boyfriend, played by Grimes, as they visit a bar in Abilene, Texas, where they run into Grimes' character's childhood sweetheart, played by Phillippe.

Why it matters

The video for 'Choosing Texas' showcases Ella Langley's acting talents and the cinematic quality of her music, blending her country sound with a dramatic storyline. The video's setting in Texas also highlights the state's cultural significance in country music.

The details

In the video, Ella and her boyfriend, played by Luke Grimes, pull up to a bar in Abilene, Texas, which is the real-life Stagecoach Ballroom in Fort Worth. Inside the bar, Miranda Lambert is performing onstage while Ella and Luke meet up with friends. However, Luke notices his childhood sweetheart, played by Ava Phillippe, across the room, and the two start chatting. Meanwhile, Ella goes to the ladies' room, where another woman, played by singer Kaitlin Butts, warns her about bringing Luke around. When Ella realizes the connection between Ava and Luke, she goes outside the bar and shares a drink with Miranda, who offers her a ride back to Tennessee, leaving Luke looking confused and alone.

  • The video for 'Choosing Texas' was released on April 2, 2026.
  • Ella Langley's new album, Dandelion, is set to be released on April 10, 2026.

The players

Ella Langley

A country singer who released the music video for her song 'Choosing Texas'.

Luke Grimes

An actor known for his role in the TV series Yellowstone, who plays Ella Langley's boyfriend in the 'Choosing Texas' music video.

Ava Phillippe

The daughter of actors Reese Witherspoon and Ryan Phillippe, who plays Luke Grimes' character's childhood sweetheart in the 'Choosing Texas' music video.

Miranda Lambert

A country singer who co-wrote the song 'Choosing Texas' with Ella Langley and appears in the music video performing onstage.

Kaitlin Butts

A singer who plays a woman in the ladies' room of the bar in the 'Choosing Texas' music video, warning Ella Langley's character.

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What they’re saying

“Do you ever wish you didn't leave Texas?”

— Ella Langley

“Sometimes. Then I wouldn't have met you.”

— Luke Grimes' character

“You got some kinda nerve bringing him around here again.”

— Kaitlin Butts' character

“Just so you know, Texas has a way of keeping what's hers.”

— Kaitlin Butts' character

“I think the guy that I'm in love with is in love with somebody else.”

— Ella Langley

What’s next

Ella Langley's new album, Dandelion, is set to be released on April 10, 2026, and the 'Choosing Texas' music video will likely continue to promote the album's release.

The takeaway

The cinematic 'Choosing Texas' music video showcases Ella Langley's acting talents and the dramatic storytelling she brings to her country music, while also highlighting the cultural significance of Texas in the genre.