Kolby Cooper: The Story Behind His New Single, ‘Mama’
If you’re looking for a good time, then look no further than Kolby Cooper. At just 25-years-old, the country-rocker continues has made a name for himself in Music City while releasing hit after hit, including his new anthemic track, ‘Mama.’
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Cooper’s ‘Mama’ was co-penned by Cooper alongside Andrew Baylis, Geoff Warburton, and Michael Whitworth. It follows his 2023 releases, ‘Running Away,’ ‘Hello From The Road,’ and his fiery smash hit, ‘Kill Me.’
“I grew up in East Texas and kind of experienced a lot of people drinking a whole lot. Drugs and alcohol, both prominent in East Texas and in a lot of places. It’s kind of about just growing up and seeing those people that just take it to the extreme and just can’t handle their alcohol or whatever it is,” Cooper said.
He continued, “Anytime they would get better, it was always because they had their mama or they had their significant other in their corner backing them and being like, you’re going to be fine. You’re going to pull through this. It’s tough, but you’ll make it. It’s really what the song is about.”
Cooper released his acclaimed album, Boy From Anderson Country To The Moon, in August 2022. His latest release, ‘Mama,’ kicks off the next chapter of music for the talented singer-songwriter, and he says that he wants to continue to “make music that makes people feel s— and that I enjoy playing it.”
“We have a ton of music in the chamber that we’re waiting on, and I’m so excited about it,” Cooper said. “I just like to call it Texas Music. I’m just a good ol’ boy from Texas making music. Some of that comes out more country, some it comes out with more of a rock edge. I’m just having fun.”
Cooper is currently out on the road for his very own trek of headlining dates with stops coming up in Pittsburg, KS, Kansas City, MO, Billings, MT, and Nashville, TN. He will also appear at select festivals including Tailgate N’ Tallboys Illinois and Born & Raised 2024.
Listen to Kolby Cooper’s ‘Mama’ below.
11 Country Concert Tees for your Summer Concert Schedule
Friends in Low Places
Maybe you have seen Garth Brooks live. Maybe you sang this song drunk at a bar. I have done both! This t-shirt is perfect for any country concert on your docket this summer. You can never go wrong with Friends in Low Places.
Amarillo By Morning
Amarillo by mornin’ – Up from San Antone
This is one of those “if you know, you know” lyrics. George Strait has been a fixture in country music even when he does not have a hit in the top 10. Amarillo By Morning is one of his biggest songs, and this lyric is one that, when you read it you know it is familiar but you have to take a minute to place it. Unless your a huge King George fan. And there are plenty of those!
Something in the Orange
To you I’m just a man, to me you’re all I am
Something in the orange tells me you’re never coming homeOne of the guys who completely took country music by storm in the past couple years is Zach Bryan. This Something In The Orange tee is not only cute, but will get you the attention you are looking for.
Wallen
You told me that you wish I was somebody you never met
But baby, baby, somethin’s tellin’ me this ain’t over yet
No way it was our last nightWith all the great song lyrics you could choose to put on a Morgan Wallen tee, I love the simplicity of this. Wallen. Sometimes that’s all you need to say!
Tennessee Whiskey
I’ve looked for love in all the same old placesFound the bottom of a bottle’s always dryBut when you poured out your heart, I didn’t waste it‘Cause there’s nothing like your love to get me high
The only thing smoother than Tennessee Whiskey is Chris Stapleton singing about it. This country tee is perfect for attending your favorite concert or just tailgating in the parking lot.
Mama Tried
And I turned twenty-one in prison doin’ life without paroleNo one could steer me right but Mama tried, Mama triedMama tried to raise me better, but her pleading, I deniedThat leaves only me to blame ’cause Mama tried
I like to think of the shirt as a “message tee.” It sends the message that the reader shouldn’t blame the wearer’s mother for his indecencies. Afterall, Mama Tried.
Jelly Roll
who the hell am I, who the hell am ITo expect a Savior, ohIf I only talk to God when I need a favor?But God, I need a favor
Jelly has set the country stage on fire this past year. He is a little bit country and a little bit rock and roll but oh, so far from Donnie and Marie 😉
Try That In A Small Town
‘Round here we take care of our ownYou cross that line, it won’t take longFor you to find out, I recommend you don’tTry that in a small town
Jason Aldean made headlines with this song and video, but his fans make no apologies. This lyric is one of the most infamous from the past year, and as I said before … if you know, you know.
The Greats!
Cash, Hank, Willie, and Waylon. It doesn’t get bigger or better than old school country. Brantley Gilbert’s lyrics are the foundation to Country Music.
In every state, there’s a station –Playin‘ Cash, Hank, Willie, and Waylon – In foreign cars and four-wheel drives…
Dolly!
Speaking of legends! Dolly Parton is my spirit animal. The woman has done it all and is still making it happen. While she wrote hundreds of songs with tremendous lyrics, my favorite quote of hers is what she said about country music. You can see it on the wall outside the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum in Nashville:
It’s just ordinary stories told by ordinary people in an extraordinary way
This Is My Country Concert Tee
When you have so many favorite artists you can’t choose which to wear, you grab this tried and true tee. The best country songs are story songs and this one tells it all.
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