At just 18 years old, Hadlie Jo is quickly emerging as one of country music's most promising new traditionalists. On her new single, "Summertime," she takes listeners back to watermelon off the vine, four-wheelers in the creek, and the small-town memories that stay with you long after you've grown up and moved away.
LISTEN TO "SUMMERTIME" HERE. "Summertime is about growing up and dreaming about leaving your hometown to chase something bigger, only to realize that sometimes those dreams aren't exactly what you imagined," shares Hadlie Jo. "No matter how far you go, there's always a part of you that misses home. I hope this song captures that nostalgic feeling of summertime memories, small towns, and knowing that no matter where life takes you, home will always be there waiting for you."
Penned by Hadlie Jo, Jimmy Melton (Merle Haggard, Willie Nelson, Jon Pardi), and Grayson May, "Summertime" paints a picture of carefree summer days and the longing that comes with growing up. Through warm imagery, timeless country influences, and Hadlie's smooth, unmistakable vocals, the song serves as a reminder that while life may take us far from where we started, our roots are never too far behind.
Texas-raised and Tennessee-based, Hadlie Jo is a gifted multi-instrumentalist proficient in guitar, piano, mandolin, banjo, and fiddle. She blends classic country roots with thoughtful, modern storytelling that feels both timeless and refreshingly authentic.
Her songwriting talent has already earned recognition across the industry. Hadlie Jo's composition, "Nothing Like They Used To Be," was recorded by country legend Vince Gill for his latest EP, 50 Years From Home: Lonely's What I Do. She has also received support from outlets such as Sweety High and All Country News, and has landed placements on editorial playlists from Apple Music, CMA, ACM, Cowgirl Magazine, and Holler.
Continuing to build momentum, Hadlie Jo has performed at Nashville's renowned Bluebird Cafe and twice graced the stage of the Grand Ole Opry as a special guest of acclaimed songwriter Beth Nielsen Chapman. With "Summertime," she further establishes herself as a young artist with an old soul, delivering a song that feels tailor-made for long drives, warm evenings, and memories that last well beyond the season.
Whether you're reminiscing about your hometown or making new memories under the summer sun, "Summertime" is the perfect soundtrack for the season.