Tyra Madison Honors Her Roots with Soul-Stirring Ballad “Papaw”
- All Country News
- Aug 21
- 2 min read
For rising country artist Tyra Madison, music has always been more than a career path. It’s a calling stitched into her DNA, handed down from the family who raised her in Pine Top, Kentucky. With her new single “Papaw,” Madison delivers the most personal song of her career, a tender ballad that pays tribute to the man who, in her words, “put the music in me.”
Co-written alongside Brit Taylor and Karleen Watt, “Papaw” draws straight from Madison’s earliest memories. She recalls curling up in her grandfather’s EZ chair to watch old westerns, singing along as he played harmonica, and joining him for Tuesday night “Pickin’ and Grinnin’” sessions. The song is steeped in that sense of home, balancing nostalgia with gratitude in a way that feels both intimate and universal.
“This is the first song I had ever written. My Papaw was my musical influence. This song is about my roots and everything/everyone that has shaped me into the person I am,” Madison said of the release. “I wanted to release this on my ‘10-Year Town Nashville’ Anniversary to remind myself and everyone with a dream to never give up.”
That sentiment resonates throughout the song’s lyrics, which expand beyond Papaw to celebrate her mother’s unwavering support, her father’s tireless work ethic, and her grandmother’s quiet grace. Each verse honors the pillars of her family, weaving them into a chorus that feels like a heartfelt thank you note set to melody.
Anchored by timeless acoustic production, Madison’s soaring vocals elevate the track into something more than a memory. It’s a living tribute, a reminder of the bonds that spark a dream and the people who keep it alive.
For listeners, the song is more than just a personal reflection. It’s an invitation to remember the people who shaped us, the voices that cheered us on, and the legacies that live on in every note. With “Papaw,” Tyra Madison doesn’t just tell her story. She tells ours.
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