Chanel West Coast announces debut country single release

Chanel West Coast is making a big shift in her music career. The 36-year-old artist announced that her new country single will be released on April 11. She shared this news at the 2025 iHeartRadio Music Awards on March 17. West Coast said this song is very different from her past work, and she is excited for fans to hear it. Known for her hip-hop music and roles on MTV shows, West Coast recently discovered a love for country music. She explained that country music highlights her talent in a way that rap doesn’t. West Coast noted that country and hip-hop share similarities, especially in their use of rhymes. She described her new sound by jokingly saying it combines the styles of Miranda Lambert and Gwen Stefani. West Coast mentioned that adapting to country music was an easy transition for her. She is eager for her loyal fans to listen to her new work. Recently, West Coast was spotted in a studio with country singer Tyler Rich, suggesting a possible collaboration. She said that the response to her country music has been positive, with people expressing excitement about her new direction. West Coast's daughter, Bowie, seems to be a fan of the upcoming song. After hearing it, Bowie told her, “Good song mama. Good song,” showing her approval in a sweet way.