Rising country singer-songwriter Mackenzie Carpenter has released her highly anticipated new single ‘Drunk Cigs,' marking the beginning of an exciting new chapter for the Big Machine Records artist. Co-written with acclaimed songwriters Nicolle Galyon and Jamie Moore, the track blends sleek, modern production with Carpenter’s emotionally charged vocal delivery, capturing the denial and late-night reflection that often follows heartbreak.
Built around sharp lyricism and understated humour, ‘Drunk Cigs' explores the moments people convince themselves don’t matter, even when they linger long after the night ends. Carpenter describes the song as rooted in both honesty and self-awareness, inspired by the thoughts and habits brushed aside in the moment but impossible to ignore the next day. The result is a moody, relatable anthem that further highlights her growing reputation as one of modern country music’s most compelling storytellers.
The release follows the success of Carpenter’s 2025 debut album ‘Hey Country Queen,' which introduced her as a major new voice in the genre, including the widely praised duet ‘I Wish You Would' with Midland. Raised in Hull, Georgia, Carpenter developed her songwriting through church performances and early collaborations with her brother, shaping a style that balances high-energy nightlife storytelling with deeply personal reflection.
Momentum around ‘Drunk Cigs' has already been building online after Carpenter secretly teased the track during a viral Girls In Low Places moment that generated millions of views across social media. Alongside her solo success, she has continued to establish herself as an in-demand songwriter, contributing to standout tracks for artists including Megan Moroney, as well as recent collaborations featuring Ed Sheeran and Kacey Musgraves.
With upcoming appearances at C2C Festival in the UK and tour dates alongside Riley Green later this year, ‘Drunk Cigs' signals the start of what promises to be a breakout year for Mackenzie Carpenter.
