How Singing Like Hannah Montana Helped Lainey Wilson Chase Her Dream

Andy Frye

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Everyone laughed and smiled when Lainey Wilson shared a humorous story from her youth. Before she won significant awards and played in huge stadiums, she was just a teenager in Louisiana with a blonde wig and a big dream. “From 8th grade to 12th grade, I pretended to be Hannah Montana,” she said with a grin. Every weekend, she sang at birthday parties believing that music could take her anywhere.

Lainey’s story is inspiring because she is proud of her humble beginnings. She worked hard and sang at three or four parties every weekend. She knew that every small show was helping her become the strong and fearless singer she is now. Her story demonstrates that no dream is too small if you believe in yourself and persevere.

Lainey Wilson says she used to be a Hannah Montana impersonator

Fans love hearing about this part of her journey. It is a story about never giving up even when the dream feels far away. One fan said online, “She’s proof that no dream is too silly or too small.” Going from birthday parties to being one of country music’s biggest stars is a journey that makes everyone want to cheer for her.

Now, Lainey brings that same energy to the big stage. At CMA Fest 2024, she sang her song “Hang Tight Honey” with so much power and heart. The song is about life on the road. chasing dreams and coming home to the people you love. The crowd cheered and sang along when she sang “Got a pocket full of money, I’m heading straight home to you.” 

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Lainey Wilson – Hang Tight Honey (Live From CMA Fest 2024)

Her performance was full of energy and soul. The guitars and drums made “Hang Tight Honey” sound like a fun road trip song and Lainey’s voice filled the whole stadium. The audience waved their hands in the air, smiling and singing, as if they were part of the story too.

Lainey Wilson’s journey from a Hannah Montana impersonator to a country music star shows what can happen when you work hard and believe in yourself. Her songs are full of heart, strength and joy. Follow Lainey Wilson on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube. Her next song might be the one that inspires your dream.

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