(Nashville, TN): Alternative country artist Lou Ridley releases music video for her new single “Daddy’s Girl.” The single is now available on all digital streaming and download platforms, and you can watch the music video here.
Lou Ridley is a force to be reckoned with in modern country music, and her video release for smash single “Daddy’s Girl,” her single supported by CMT, The Academy of Country Music, Holler, and other major players, is poised to be a groundbreaking moment in her career. Ridley’s “Daddy’s Girl” video is a storytelling masterclass through visuals and sound. Set in a gritty dive bar, Ridley commands the screen in a full leather western ensemble, exuding a fierce, sultry presence that perfectly complements the song’s biting lyrics.
Ridley shares about the single, “Daddy’s Girl came from the same place as my single ‘Bible Belt’ for me. I find that many people in positions of power misuse their relationship and connection to a higher power to manipulate the masses. I’ve never understood God to be someone who condemns or judges, so I don’t believe any man should have the power to do so, either. Stop acting like a little daddy’s girl! You don’t know Sky Daddy.”
She continues about the making of the video, “I had this idea and woke up out of a dream. I had been approached by someone at CMA Fest who was a fan and happened to be a biker. I think I called him at 5 AM to put this together, and said, “you’re the person for the job.” We got this all together in two days. He pulled off the impossible for me. Found the bar, had 20 bikes pulling up. We did this all with no budget, no fancy anything. Just friends at Dillengers Hideout, partying and enjoying not being “Daddy’s Girl.” I am forever grateful for Brand the biker. Ridley’s lyrical prowess shines brilliantly in “Daddy’s Girl.”
She fearlessly tackles hypocrisy, power, and identity themes with a razor-sharp edge. The opening lines, “Ain’t nothing good / Pointing fingers from your / White, white hood / Touching heaven from a bed of lies,” immediately draw you in, showcasing her ability to paint vivid, hard-hitting images that resonate deeply. The refrain, “But you’re a daddy’s girl, right?” is delivered with a biting intensity that lingers long after the song ends, perfectly encapsulating the tension and contradictions that lie at the heart of the track.
Ridley’s Southern roots and her journey through adversity and triumph are palpable in every note of this track. Born and raised in Houston, Texas, she has always been deeply connected to music, a connection that shines through in her evocative storytelling and gritty sound. Her debut single, “Hometown,” which explored the traumas of her upbringing in Southlake, Texas, firmly established her as an ‘anti-country’ country artist, unafraid to shatter the genre’s conventional, idealized narratives.
Building on the success of “Hometown,” Lou released her critically acclaimed sophomore EP, Angel / Outlaw, which caught the attention of major outlets like The Recording Academy, People Magazine, Houston Chronicle, E! Magazine, Atwood Magazine, and more. Her music, characterized by its unapologetic authenticity and bold storytelling, has cemented her place as one of the most innovative voices in country music today.
Ridley has also been seen performing her standout music on significant stages, regularly performing this year at Nashville’s prestigious Whiskey Jam and Project Pride SRQ.
Beyond her musical achievements, Ridley is also a dedicated human rights activist. She works with organizations that support those struggling with substance abuse and homelessness. Her commitment to these causes is evident in her music, which often reflects the struggles and resilience of the marginalized.
“Daddy’s Girl” is just one phenomenal track in the lineup of past releases on her upcoming EP, which include highly praised singles “Daisies,” “Baby Angel,” and “Pentecostal.”
