From Lainey Wilson Hits to Ryan Bingham Ballads — Here Are 7 Times the 'Yellowstone' Soundtrack Set the Perfect Mood
While performances by the cast, writing and the stunning Montana landscape do most of the heavy lifting when it comes to Yellowstone, there's never been a series or film that didn't benefit from a great soundtrack. The Paramount+ western that highlights the drama of a wealthy ranch family has featured some of our favorite musical artists over the course of its four seasons, and has even catapulted the careers of some of the lesser known crooners. From country music veterans to newcomers whose songs the show has introduced us to, here are seven times the Yellowstone soundtrack set the perfect scene with a stellar song.
7 times the 'Yellowstone' soundtrack got it right
7. "West Texas in My Eye" by The Panhandlers
The Panhandlers set the scene as the beloved character of Jimmy learns what it takes to be a real cowboy on the Four Sixes Ranch in Texas in the wake of his rodeo accident.
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6. "Hallelujah" by Ryan Bingham
There's no shortage of gut-wrenching Ryan Bingham songs featured in Yellowstone, and "Hallelujah" is no exception, played particularly when Beth requests a sad tune be performed by the crooner. Bingham actually got his start on the series first by having his music featured on the show. He was later offered the role of Walker, and we've been lucky to see him grace the screen with both his acting skills and his musical talent.
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5. "Watermelon Moonshine" by Lainey Wilson
Lainey Wilson brought to life the character of Abby on Yellowstone, and her performance on the show of her hit song "Watermelon Moonshine" enchanted not only the viewers at home, but cowboy Ryan, played by Ian Bohen.
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4. "Tennessee Whiskey" by Chris Stapleton
This Chris Stapleton classic played in the very first episode of the series, when Beth is approached by a man at the bar trying to get a read on her. In return, she delivers an ice cold burn, tearing the man down and shocking him into silence with her words alone — something Beth seems to do effortlessly.
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3. "Slow Burn" by Kacey Musgraves
Kacey Musgraves' smooth vocals set a romantic scene in an episode of Yellowstone, her voice singing in the background during an intimate moment between Kayce Dutton and his wife Monica.
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2. "Lady May" by Tyler Childers
In a romantic moment shared between arguably one of the most beloved couples on Yellowstone, this Tyler Childers tune plays as Rip and Beth share an intimate slow dance with one another in the dirt of the ranch.
1. "Cover Me Up" by Jason Isbell
Jimmy finds solace from the chaos of his previous relationship in Emily, a gentle veterinarian he meets while working at the Four Sixes Ranch. Jason Isbell's "Cover Me Up" sets the mood for a romantic moment shared between the couple.
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