Lee Newton Strips It Down With New Acoustic Single “Your Hat”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning singer-songwriter Lee Newton releases a heartfelt acoustic version of her popular single “Your Hat” today, offering the first glimpse into her upcoming EP, ‘Beautifully Undone,’ out later this spring. Stripped down to its emotional core, the self-penned track takes listeners on a tender journey through love, memories, and the stories tied to the little things we hold onto. The acoustic arrangement highlights Newton’s authentic storytelling and soulful delivery, allowing the song’s message to shine even brighter. The new version of “Your Hat,” premiered by The Music Universe, gives fans an early listen to the intimate release.

“Your Hat” lyrics

Verse

Driving down the road in my pickup truck

Got a full tank of gas and I’m picking you up

Don’t worry about a thing just hop inside

‘Cause I only want you sitting by my side.

I know a place where we can go

It’s just about a mile up an ole dirt road

Things like this, money can’t buy

Been wanting to tell you what’s been on my mind

Chorus

Wanna be the girl you come running home to when you’ve had a bad day

Slow dancing in the kitchen playing Keith Whitley with a smile on your face

Some girls want a ring on their hand to know where his heart is at

But I knew the day you gave me yours

You let me wear your hat

“My new single, “Your Hat” is about that moment every girl dreams of when love feels safe, playful, and forever,” shares Newton. “It’s slow dancing in the kitchen, laughing until midnight, and realizing you’ve won his heart the day he hands you his hat. Recording it stripped down for ‘Beautifully Undone’ let the heart of the song shine exactly the way it did the day I wrote it.”

Newton recently teamed with Georgette Jones and Heidi Parton for a special recording of the country classic “Silver Threads and Golden Needles,” released January 19, 2026. First recorded in 1956 by rockabilly trailblazer Wanda Jackson, the song became a powerful anthem of strength, independence, and female empowerment in country music. Over the decades, it was carried forward by legendary voices, including Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, and Loretta Lynn, who helped cement its place in country music history. Seventy years after Jackson’s original recording, the song was reimagined by three women honoring that legacy.

“Recording this song with Georgette and Heidi was one of those moments that reminded me why I fell in love with country music in the first place,” shares Newton. “This song carries generations of history, heart, and truth, and getting to honor that legacy alongside two incredibly talented women I admire so deeply was truly humbling. We didn’t just record a song — we paid respect to the women who paved the way before us and poured our hearts into keeping that spirit alive. Georgette and Heidi are absolute powerhouses, and I’m beyond proud they chose to be part of this project. This will forever hold a special place in my heart.”

For more information, visit leenewtonofficial.com.

About Lee Newton:

Lee Newton is a Nashville recording artist and singer-songwriter from a small town in western North Carolina whose music blends traditional country, soulful blues, and a touch of Southern rock. Inspired early by legends like Hank Williams, Loretta Lynn, Tammy Wynette, and Patsy Cline, Newton began singing in church at age five and learned guitar from her father at seven. Her career has included collaborations with artists such as Leona Williams, Pam Tillis, T. Graham Brown, Joe Bonsall, and Rhonda Vincent. A multiple Josie Music Awards winner, including Vocalist of the Year and Album of the Year, Newton continues to build momentum with new releases, media appearances, and her powerful blend of heartfelt storytelling and authentic country roots.