Surprise! “Mamaw’s House,” a new collaboration between Thomas Rhett and Morgan Wallen, is out now. The song appears on Rhett’s 20 Number Ones album, which was just released.
“Morgan and I were writing one day and he got a call from his Mamaw,” Rhett says of the inspiration behind the song. “We got to talking and realized we both had a ‘Mamaw’ growing up and so we decided to write a song about that. The song describes my grandmother’s and Morgan’s as well – we wanted to describe a small town piece of paradise.
“Growing up, I can remember going to both of my grandmothers’ houses in South Georgia,” he continues. “I learned so many life lessons there about hard work, manners, and respect. This song really hits home for me and I hope everyone feels the same.”
Wallen also wanted to honor his own grandmothers, who have been a steady presence throughout his life.
“Many times in the past I’ve been open and honest about the love I have for my Mamaw Boots,” Wallen says. “It was only a matter of time before a song was inspired by her. I dedicate this one to not only her but to my living grandmothers as well. I hope they know what a big part they’ve all played in shaping my life. TR had a similar experience growing up so I’m really glad we got to write and record this song together. Hope y’all enjoy it.”
In a video on social media, the two men shared more details about the inspiration behind “Mamaw’s House.”
Wrote this song over zoom with @morganwallen a few years ago. Really glad it’s finally out for y’all to hear. Now go call your grandmothers! #mamawshouse #20numberones pic.twitter.com/2UDhgp6sPn
— Thomas Rhett (@ThomasRhett) September 29, 2023
“We really just wrote this song about small-town paradise. I can remember growing up, going to my Mammy’s house and my Mamaw’s house, both who lived in South Georgia at the time. I just feel like so many life lessons were learned at their houses.”
“I feel like we learned hard work,” he adds. “I feel like we learned manners. I feel like we learned respect. And this song brings up how our mamaws used to act when we were little kids.”
Wallen also praised his own beloved Mamaw, who has had a profound impact on his life.
“I was kind of saying how thankful I am for the way that I was raised and brought up,’ he said. “And a lot of that came from my Mamaw’s house. Everything kind of revolved around her while she still here.”
Rhett just celebrated his 21st No. 1 single, with “Angels.” Find “Mamaw’s House” and Rhett’s 20 Number Ones album at ThomasRhett.com.
