Miranda Lambert’s husband, Brendan McLoughlin, recently revealed he had never heard her acclaimed 2016 album, The Weight of These Wings, sparking both laughter and curiosity.
During an interview on Apple Music’s The Kelleigh Bannen Show, Lambert discussed the lighthearted moment that occurred while they were spending time on their porch with friends. McLoughlin’s admission surprised her, prompting Lambert to jest, “Do you have iTunes on your phone? What are we doing?” This playful exchange underscores not only McLoughlin’s supportive role in Lambert’s career but also his relatively casual engagement with her music.
The Couple’s Musical Dynamic
Despite McLoughlin co-writing five tracks on Lambert’s latest album, Crisco, he remains more of a casual listener than a super-fan. Lambert shared that he only knew a few of her songs when they first met in 2018, and he has been open about his preferences, sometimes sharing opinions on tracks he didn’t favor. “He knew a couple songs, a couple of which he hated, and was very vocal about, which I love,” she stated.
Interpreting The Weight of These Wings
The Weight of These Wings, a double album that won critical acclaim, has often been seen as Lambert’s artistic articulation of her personal experiences, particularly surrounding her highly publicized divorce from Blake Shelton. The themes of heartbreak and resilience are prevalent in the album’s lyrics, which Lambert described as “bleeding on paper.” In her conversation with Bannen, she noted how the album encapsulated her journey, expressing a sense of catharsis through its production. “I’m not hiding anything,” she affirmed, emphasizing how the work helped her process her past and move forward.
With her recent marriage to McLoughlin, Lambert is focusing on happiness and stability. When asked if themes of running and loneliness are present in her current work, she acknowledged they still influence her songwriting but added that her new life experiences have led her to appreciate songs about contentment as well. “I’m very happy in my marriage and have a great family and friends,” she reflected, indicating that her music continues to evolve with her personal life.
As Lambert moves forward with new projects and a refreshed perspective, fans can anticipate a blend of her trademark honesty and newfound joy in her future work.