Written by Samuel Kaplan
Today we want to highlight growing country star Kaylee Rose and her recent single “Pick Her Up At 8.” There’s something especially unique about this song and Rose’s sound in general as she is successfully able to integrate elements of multiple genres in her music. On “Pick Her Up at 8,” the song starts like a traditional country song with a familiar guitar strum, however upon the first moment the beat drops there is the presence of hip hop trap drums.
We’ve frequently highlighted the growing trend of popular country music evolving beyond its traditional roots, and "Pick Her Up at 8" is a prime example of how genre-blending is pushing the genre further into the mainstream. Rose's ability to merge country with versatile elements is a testament to this shift, and her strong presence on TikTok and Instagram only amplifies her reach. Through her content, which features live performances and relatable home videos, she engages her audience with catchy prompts and a contagious personality, helping her connect with a broader, modern audience.
Beyond the significant production of this song Rose offers a clever style of lyricism involving a very direct to listener instruction on how men should treat women in a relationship. I think people alike will find some sense of connection with her overall message that preaches respect, consideration, and genuine follow through. Her affirmative stance on how one should be treated in a relationship shows strong conviction, and can be regarded as an empowering message.
You can stream "Pick Her Up At 8" here: