"The Painter" is a song by American country music singer Cody Johnson, released on August 11, 2023 as the lead single from his third major-label studio album Leather. It was written by Benjy Davis, Kat Higgins and Ryan Larkins and produced by Trent Willmon.
| "The Painter" | ||||
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| Single by Cody Johnson | ||||
| from the album Leather | ||||
| Released | August 11, 2023 | |||
| Genre | Country | |||
| Length | 3:31 | |||
| Label | Mercury Nashville | |||
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| Producer(s) | Trent Willmon | |||
| Cody Johnson singles chronology | ||||
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Background edit
Cody Johnson announced the single in an interview with iHeartRadio's Spencer Graves in July 2023, which was set to be sent to country radio (including WLCY-FM) on August 14.[1] Prior to its release, he teased the song on Instagram with a video of him and his wife Brandi dancing in a field,[2] and later with a video of black and white photos highlighting moments of their relationship which ends with a color photo of their family.[3] Johnson has said his favorite lyric in the song is "For every wall I built, she saw a canvas", adding "If there's anything that describes my marriage with my wife, Brandi, it's that line."[4]
The song is a tribute to Brandi, in which Johnson describes the qualities he loves about her.[4][5][6]
Music video edit
The music video for "The Painter" premiered on January 19, 2024.[7] It was directed by Dustin Haney and features scenes shot on Johnson's ranch in Texas alongside his wife Brandi.[7]
Charts edit
| Chart (2023–2024) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| Canada (Canadian Hot 100)[8] | 55 |
| Canada Country (Billboard)[9] | 1 |
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[10] | 27 |
| UK Country Airplay (Radiomonitor)[11] | 1 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[12] | 25 |
| US Country Airplay (Billboard)[13] | 1 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[14] | 7 |
Certifications edit
| Region | Certification | Certified units/sales |
|---|---|---|
| Canada (Music Canada)[15] | Gold | 40,000‡ |
| United States (RIAA)[16] | Gold | 500,000‡ |
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‡ Sales+streaming figures based on certification alone. | ||
References edit
- ^ Young, Casey (July 25, 2023). "Cody Johnson Announces New Single "The Painter" Is Dropping Next Month, Confirms Deluxe Album Leather Coming This Fall". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ Crabtree, Mary Claire (August 1, 2023). "Cody Johnson Teases New Single "The Painter" In Video Dancing With His Wife". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ O'Connell, Madeleine (August 9, 2023). "Cody Johnson Tributes His Wife, Brandi, In Heartfelt New Single, 'The Painter'". Country Now. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ a b Watts, Cindy (August 10, 2023). "Cody Johnson Talks "The Painter" And How His Wife Is Tougher Than He Is". CMT. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ O'Connell, Madeleine (August 11, 2023). "Listen: Cody Johnson's 'The Painter' Celebrates His Love And Appreciation For His Wife, Brandi". Country Now. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ Dukes, Billy (August 11, 2023). "Cody Johnson's 'The Painter' Is an Original 'I Love You' [Listen]". Taste of Country. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ a b Madeleine O'Connell (January 19, 2024). "Cody Johnson Puts His Love Story On Display Through Cinematic Music Video For 'The Painter'". Country Now. Retrieved January 21, 2024.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Chart History (Canadian Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved February 27, 2024.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Chart History (Canada Country)". Billboard. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
- ^ "NZ Hot Singles Chart". Recorded Music NZ. August 21, 2023. Retrieved August 29, 2023.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Secures UK Country Airplay Chart No.1 With "The Painter"". Holler. March 17, 2024. Retrieved March 21, 2024.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved March 5, 2024.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Chart History (Country Airplay)". Billboard. Retrieved March 2, 2024.
- ^ "Cody Johnson Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved February 13, 2024.
- ^ "Canadian single certifications – Cody Johnson – The Painter". Music Canada. Retrieved February 2, 2024.
- ^ "American single certifications – Cody Johnson – The Painter". Recording Industry Association of America. Retrieved February 5, 2024.