Sierra Ferrell is back, and she’s not wasting any time keeping that GRAMMY-winning momentum going. Her new single, “Trying to Love You” just dropped via Rounder Records, and it’s easily one of her most arresting releases yet.

If you’ve managed to catch her out on the road this summer for her Heavy Petal Tour, there’s a good chance you’ve already heard this one live. But hearing it recorded brings a whole different kind of magic.

Written entirely by Ferrell and produced by Gabriel Kelley, “Trying to Love You” plays out like a slow-burning confession. It walks that classic country and roots music tightrope between heartbreak and resilience. Lyrically, she doesn’t overcomplicate things—she doesn’t need to. Lines like “It’s a fine line / Trying to love you” hit hard because her delivery carries so much raw, lived-in emotion.

Musically, the track leans into these rich, vintage textures. You get these warm Wurlitzer undertones, weeping fiddle work from Billy Contreras, and harmonies that swell right when the song needs them most, building to a gorgeous, cinematic finish.

Why It’s Worth Your Time

• The Sound: It bridges the gap between old-school Appalachian storytelling and a fresh, crossover-friendly pop sensibility without ever losing its soul.

• The Live Energy: It’s already become a standout moment during her current 34-date tour and major festival stops.

• The Run: Fresh off a massive GRAMMY sweep and picking up major accolades across the board, Sierra is simply operating at the absolute top of her game right now.

“Trying to Love You” is streaming everywhere now via Rounder Records. Throw it on, crank it up, and see for yourself why everyone in roots music is talking about her.