Country singer-songwriter Lauren Watkins has released her new single, ‘Average Joe & Plain Jane,' a heartfelt ballad that embraces the beauty of everyday love. With serene vocals and a gentle acoustic arrangement, the Nashville native redefines the often-dismissed terms “average Joe” and “plain Jane,” showing how simplicity can hold extraordinary meaning.
Co-written with Lauren Hungate, Luke Laird and Caroline Watkins, the track takes inspiration from Watkins’ own relationship. Its release is accompanied by a lyric video featuring footage from her 2024 wedding, underscoring the personal story behind the song. “‘Average Joe & Plain Jane’ might be the most special song to me,” Watkins shared. “The idea came from a day my husband and I spent picking out our first mailbox together at Home Depot. It was such a simple moment, but so meaningful. That’s what this song is all about — turning ordinary life into something beautiful.”
The single has already sparked excitement on social media, with fans calling it one of her “most relatable” songs yet and praising its “beautiful simplicity.” Early previews drew heavy anticipation online, and outlets have highlighted Watkins’ growing range. Country Now described her recent single ‘Lose My Cool' as “the perfect introduction to Watkins' next project,” while Holler praised her sound as “bright and breezy as a fresh spring morning.”
The release follows the success of Watkins’ 2024 debut album ‘The Heartbroken Record,' a 17-track project that introduced her as one of country’s most compelling new voices. The record, built on raw emotion and vivid storytelling, earned critical acclaim and set the stage for her evolution from heartbreak into her new chapter of love and optimism. Now, as she moves forward in life and music, ‘Average Joe & Plain Jane' signals the start of a brighter era that stays true to her authentic style.
This summer marks a season of milestones for Watkins, who recently made her Grand Ole Opry debut and wrapped a tour supporting Riley Green. She is set to join Lainey Wilson and Kameron Marlowe on the road this fall, continuing her rise as one of country’s most promising voices.
