Lee Newton Releases Intimate Acoustic Rendition of “Carolina Rain”

NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Award-winning singer-songwriter Lee Newton has released a special acoustic version of her fan-favorite single “Carolina Rain.” Offering a more intimate and heartfelt take on the beloved track, featured on her upcoming project, ‘Beautifully Undone,’ the new rendition showcases Newton’s emotive delivery and deep connection to the song’s story. The single was premiered by The Josie Network and was supported by Honey Rock Books & Cafe in Gallatin, Tennessee.

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“‘Carolina Rain’ is more than just a song to me, “It’s a feeling,” shares Newton. “It takes me back home—to the roots, the memories, and the heart of who I am. Even though I didn’t write it, it’s become a part of my story, and I’m so honored that Tommy Barnes and Charlie Floyd trusted me to make it my own. This acoustic version on ‘Beautifully Undone’ is stripped down, raw, and real—just like the way Carolina feels when it gets in your soul.”

Newton recently gave fans a taste of her upcoming album, sharing a heartfelt acoustic rendition of her popular single “Your Hat.” Written by Newton herself, the stripped-back version takes listeners on a tender journey through love, memories, and the quiet significance of the things we can’t let go of. Premiered by The Music Universe, the intimate arrangement highlights her authentic storytelling and soulful delivery.

Continuing to celebrate country music’s rich legacy, Newton also teamed with Georgette Jones and Heidi Parton for a special recording of the classic “Silver Threads and Golden Needles,” released earlier this year. Originally recorded in 1956 by rockabilly pioneer Wanda Jackson and later championed by legends like Dolly Parton, Tammy Wynette, and Loretta Lynn, the song has long stood as an anthem of strength and independence—now reimagined by three women honoring that enduring tradition.

“Carolina Rain” lyrics

I can smell my grandma’s cooking

at least a country mile away

And tears still fill my eyes

every time I pass by Daddy’s grave

Lord, it’s good to be back home

Nothing on earth is quite the same

Just driving down these old familiar roads

in the Carolina rain

Carolina rain

Lord, it’s good to be back home again

Carolina rain, raining down on me

like a long-lost friend

Every time she calls my name

like the sound of a long-lost train

Carolina rain

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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