With “Henry, Come On,” Lana Del Rey has provided a preview of her upcoming album titled The Right Person Will Stay by releasing her tenth studio single. This single is causing mixed reactions among listeners, especially with theories that the album may include some country elements fused with the singer’s signature motifs, such as romance and heartbreak.
A Country Lean: But Not a Full Dive
The fans hoping to see a complete metamorphosis into a country music style may find “Henry, Come On” a surprise. Although the track bears some country vibes, it does not go to the extent of “Cowboy Carter” that some listeners expected. The song begins with soft chords from a nylon-string guitar that Willie Nelson would play, suggesting a country-tinged vibe. It does feel like the song is paying tribute to Americana, but not fully soaking into it.
Familiar Themes: Romance and Heartbreak Persist
“Henry, Come On” still retains the heart artistically of Lana Del Rey’s work. The lyrics feature concepts such as longing, desire, and relational complexities, which have become more than common. The feel of the song is dreamy, soft, yet swelling. There is a feeling of hunger and vulnerability that grows when one listens to the music and gets emotionally sensitive.
Lyrical Suggestions: An Unruly Lady and an Out-of-Touch Performer
In “Henry, Come On,” the woman’s story revolves around a “down-home country singer” who lacks “settle down” qualities. As Del Rey sings, “I mean, Henry, come on / Do you think I’d really choose it? / All this off and on / Henry, come on / I mean, baby, come on / Do you think I’d really lose it on you?” These lines vividly portray the struggle and contemplation of dealing with a committed free spirit.
Further development of the story appears in the chorus as she sings, “Last call, ‘Hey, ya’ll’ / Hang his hat up on the wall / Tell him that his cowgirl is gone / Go on and giddy up / Soft like blue jeans / Call us into forest dreams / Return it but say it was fun.” The phrases “giddy up” and “cowgirl” strengthen the country element of the story, while “forest dreams” presents the hallmark of Del Rey’s poetic prowess.
The Deferred Launch: The Voyage to “The Right Person Will Stay”
“Henry, Come On” has officially come out, although the process was delayed alongside other things to do with Del Rey’s albums. As far back as November, she mentioned that she would release “The Right Person Will Stay” as a thirteen-track album on May 21st. Additionally, she stated that production would include frequent collaborator Jack Antonoff, along with Zachary Dawes and Drew Erickson.
Earlier that year, in January, Del Rey mentioned she was working on a country album titled “Lasso,” which she planned to release in September 2024. At that moment, she hyped up “Henry, Come On,” saying, “We’re going country! It’s happening.” Regardless, the album and single didn’t show up in the timeframe she wished for.
Stagecoach Expectations: A Tease for Live Performance
Due to the delayed schedules, fans still have a reason to look forward to the live rendition of “Henry, Come On.” Del Rey is set to take the stage on April 25th to headline the first day of the Stagecoach Festival, where she is bound to perform new material.
In Del Rey’s Artistry: A Synthesis of the Old and the New
Del Rey’s new song “Henry Come On” chronicles a warm, soothing embrace that is at once both new and familiar. This new release features hints of country twang alongside an array of evocative lyrics and immersive soundscapes we have come to expect from her. With the forthcoming album “The Right Person Will Stay,” the anticipation is palpable as listeners await to discover what other surprising musical evolutions Del Rey has in store.
