Ella Langley is starting 2026 on a viral note. The 26-year-old country standout has fans buzzing after sharing a stripped-down cover of the 1987 classic “Never Gonna Give You Up.”
The acoustic take on Rick Astley’s iconic hit has quickly taken off online, with listeners amazed at how effortlessly Langley makes the decades-old pop song feel fresh again. Known for dominating today’s airwaves—and the Landman soundtrack—with tracks like “Choosin’ Texas,” Ella now proves she can breathe new life into an ’80s anthem, too.
Langley shared the cover on TikTok, casually explaining her song choice with, “Been stuck in my head all day.” Originally released more than ten years before she was born, the song topped charts in 25 countries in 1987. Now, Ella’s slowed-down, acoustic version has fans completely hooked.
@ellalangleymusic1 Been stuck in my head all day
The comments say it all:
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“Never heard a non-country song sound so country 😳”
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“I need this in a full version 😍😍😍”
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“You are a literal queen 🫶”
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“Never knew I needed this until now”
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“So freaking awesome… I loved your music before but I really love this!! You are a remarkable talent! 🔥🔥”
The only downside? The clip clocks in at just 18 seconds—far too short for fans who are already begging for a full version.
It may still be early, but 2026 is shaping up to be a huge year for Ella Langley. She’s set to perform at the New Faces of Country Music Show during the Country Radio Seminar in March, an event honoring rising artists making waves at Country radio. On top of that, she has a packed tour schedule ahead, including dates with Eric Church and Morgan Wallen, plus a performance at Stagecoach.
With momentum building fast, fans can only hope she finds time between the road and the spotlight to drop even more new music. 🎶🔥