Who Is Baylee Lynn? The Story Behind Her Journey to Country Music

Today’s spotlight artist may still be early in her career, but one thing feels immediately clear when talking to her, music has always been part of who she is. Raised in Greeneville, Tennessee, the singer-songwriter grew up surrounded by bluegrass, country music, and church harmonies from an incredibly young age.

“I grew up in church, and I’ve always been around music,” she shared. “My dad’s whole side of the family is bluegrass and country music.” Even her mom eventually found her own musical talent through the family’s love for music. “I call her my songbird,” the artist added.

Growing up, she spent much of her childhood harmonizing beside her parents in church choir, but one particular moment stands out more than the rest. “I remember one day sitting in the back of the church,” she recalled. “I was watching my mom and daddy singing together, and it kind of just clicked, and I thought to myself that that’s what I want to do.”

Outside of church, country music quickly became the soundtrack of her childhood. Artists like Miranda Lambert and Luke Bryan filled the radio growing up, while artists like Lainey Wilson, Megan Moroney, Tanya Tucker, Lorrie Morgan, and Alison Krauss would later help shape her artistry even further.

When it came time to start learning instruments herself, the singer quickly realized she approached music differently than most people. “I came to the conclusion that I play by ear,” she shared, explaining that while her dad bought her first baby Martin guitar and initially tried teaching her traditionally, she eventually taught herself how to play instruments in her own way.

From there, the singer started taking every opportunity she could find to perform, whether it was local talent shows, county fairs, or small pop-up events around town. “I was taking it, playing 30-minute sets and just having fun,” she shared. Around the same time, she also began songwriting, writing her very first song at just thirteen years old.

The Turning Point:

As the singer continued performing locally throughout Tennessee, songwriting slowly became something much more personal. After beginning to co-write regularly with hometown friend Jenna Shuffler, the artist spent nearly two years developing her songwriting voice and learning how to fully express herself through music.

“When I wrote my first song, I was 13,” she shared. “Since then, I’ve learned a lot about writing.” Over time, songwriting became a place where she learned to fully embrace vulnerability and trust her emotions creatively. “I’ve learned that I’m not afraid to feel what I have to say and my feelings are just as valid.”

At the same time, the singer also began consistently posting covers and original songs online, slowly building a growing fan base through social media. “Posting covers and songs online and just creating a fan base has really got me to where I am today,” she explained.

Eventually, Jenna shared some of the artist’s music with Taylor Manns, who attended Belmont University with her. From there, Taylor shared the music with Chief and Simon at The Core Entertainment, who quickly became interested in working with the rising artist.

“And since then, I’ve learned a lot from them,” she shared. “They’re honestly like family now.” Through working with The Core, the singer began learning more about both the music industry and herself as an artist.

As her artistry developed, so did the emotional honesty within her songwriting. That growth eventually led into her debut EP, Heart On My Sleeve, a project centered heavily around vulnerability, heartbreak, confidence, and navigating different seasons of life as a young woman.

“When it came to this project, I really put a lot of true vulnerable feelings into it,” she shared. “Each song is a different moment in my journey of life.”

Today:

Flash forward to today, and the rising singer-songwriter is continuing to lean fully into honesty and vulnerability throughout her music. Her latest EP, Heart On My Sleeve, gives listeners a deeper look into both her personal experiences and emotional growth over the last few years.

“I’m really proud of this project,” she shared. “Not only was I taking something that was so special to me, but I’ve turned it into something that a lot of other girls can relate to.”

One of the most personal songs on the project, “Counting Tiles,” came from a deeply emotional moment after heartbreak. “I was sitting on my bathroom floor with my mom one night just crying and it kind of all hit me at once.” The singer explained that she immediately knew the song would resonate with listeners because so many girls have experienced similar moments.

At the same time, another standout song in her catalog, “That’s What I’ll Be,” became an especially meaningful milestone in her career despite not appearing on the EP itself. The song was featured on a Netflix show and even led to her walking her very first red carpet. More importantly though, the song became a reminder of hope and healing for both herself and listeners.

“It’s just a song for anybody, anytime,” she shared. Inspired by conversations surrounding tragedy and grief during the California fires, the song was intentionally written to remind listeners “that they are heard and that they are understood.”

Most recently, the singer also signed with Creative Artists Agency (CAA), hinting that even more opportunities may be on the horizon. While she stayed quiet about exactly what fans can expect next, she teased that there could definitely be more music and more shows coming soon.

As her career continues growing, one thing feels especially clear, she’s creating music that not only tells her story, but gives listeners a safe place to feel seen in their own too.

Connect:

To keep up with Baylee Lynn, follow her on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok.

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