Ella Langley is a perfect example of “you gotta start somewhere.”
Before hitting the top of the charts with country smashes like “You Look Like You Love Me” (with Riley Green) and her recent hit “Weren’t for the Wind,” Ella was just another college girl with a dream and a guitar. Fast forward a couple years, and she’s proving that hustle, grit, and talent really do make a killer combination.
Lately, some of Ella’s old music videos have been popping up on TikTok, and fans can’t get enough of seeing her glow up—from starry-eyed newbie to Nashville powerhouse. But instead of being embarrassed about those early performances, Ella’s embracing her journey and what it says about her character.
“I’m not upset by them,” she said in a recent interview. “It’s just like, whoever went that far back and decided to put me on blast like that — that only helps me, so thank you.”
It’s refreshing to see an artist acknowledge their roots with such humility. And let’s be honest—most of us wouldn't want our college-era photos resurfacing, let alone videos with shaky vocals and bold (maybe questionable?) makeup experiments. Ella laughs about her “eyebrows taking up her whole forehead” and all the makeup trends she tried over the years.
But she kept it real. Her voice sounded different. Her look was different. But what stayed the same was her determination. And now, those throwback vids aren’t embarrassing—they’re inspiring.
“I was like, is everybody gonna think I’m not good now because I sounded like that back then? Then you’re like, wait a minute. Hell no. They’re gonna see that I worked my tail off to get where I’m at. And that is inspiring.”
Preach, Ella.
And she’s right, it’s not just about music. Whether you wanna be a singer, a trainer, host a talk show, or run your own farm—everyone's gotta start somewhere.
And if you're just stumbling onto her music now, do yourself a favor and check out one of the early videos that’s resurfaced—it’s a song called “Here.” You can already see the star she was becoming:
Now let’s fast forward to the viral hit that solidified Ella’s rise to stardom—the one and only “You Look Like You Love Me” featuring Riley Green. This one has it all: heart, soul, and that gritty country magic fans love.
So next time you’re feeling down about your own progress, just remember—everyone starts somewhere. Whether it’s shaky videos, awkward eyeliner, or singing to a handful of people in a college bar—it’s all part of the climb.
Keep hustling, keep believing, and crank up some Ella Langley while you’re at it. She’s proof that the dream is always worth chasing.
