Corey Kent – “Everyday Life”

Multi Platinum country artist Corey Kent has released “Everyday Life”, the latest preview of his forthcoming album, “Heartland Rock and Roll”, which arrives on 25 September via Sony Music Nashville.

The new track sees the Oklahoma native reflecting on family, hard work, gratitude and appreciating the everyday moments that make life worthwhile.

Written by Kent alongside Austin Goodloe, Matt Roy and Lydia Vaughan, “Everyday Life” offers fans a particularly personal glimpse into the singer songwriter’s world.

The song reflects on his experiences as a husband and father, with the voices of Kent’s children appearing during its opening moments.

He said: “‘Everyday Life’ is a bit of a departure for me in a really fun way and it puts the ‘heartland’ in this record for meI typically keep my personal life relatively private so it was cool to give folks a glimpse into my everyday life.

“Hearing my kids’ voices in the first few seconds is such a perfect snapshot of this season of my life as a husband and father.”

Kent also cited Travis Tritt’s “It’s a Great Day to Be Alive” as an inspiration for the spirit of the track.

“I don’t think I’ve ever experienced more joy or had more fun writing and recording a song to date. And I hope we captured some of the magic of Travis Tritt’s ‘It’s a Great Day to Be Alive.’ Lighthearted yet REAL with a simplicity and optimism that make you want to sing along.”

“Heartland Rock and Roll” features 16 tracks combining country, rock and soul.

Kent said the record draws heavily from his background and encompasses themes including nostalgia, regret and gratitude.

Kent has built his career from his Oklahoma roots, progressing from dancehalls and dive bars in Bixby to achieving two No. 1 singles at country radio. He has accumulated more than one billion career streams alongside multiple RIAA certifications.

Review

Corey Kent finds meaning in the ordinary with “Everyday Life”, a warm reflection on gratitude, family and recognising what really matters. Rather than presenting domestic responsibilities as burdens, the lyrics cleverly reframe dishes, washing and outgrown shoes as evidence of a full and fortunate life. The idea of counting roses instead of thorns establishes the song’s optimistic outlook, while its rejection of comparison reinforces a message of contentment. Faith also runs naturally through the writing without overwhelming its everyday perspective. Simple, conversational and highly relatable, “Everyday Life” celebrates the work, imperfections and small victories behind a genuinely fulfilling life.