MacKenzie Carpenter

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MacKenzie Carpenter
Born1999 (age 2526)
Hull, Georgia

MacKenzie Carpenter is an American country musician and songwriter. Born in 1999 in Hull, Georgia, [1] [2] [3] [4] she has released two albums, Mackenzie Carpenter in 2023 and Hey Country Queen in 2025. [1] Carpenter graduated from Belmont University in the 2020s, and is a platinum-selling songwriter. [5]

Contents

Critical reception

LB Cantrell of MusicRow magazine stated that "Carpenter, who co-wrote every song on the album, delivers a confident, dynamic project packed with standout tracks, including the previously-released fan-favorites "Dozen Red Flags," "Sound of a Heartbreak," "Only Girl" and "Jesus, I'm Jealous" going on to profess that "While each of these songs showcases the Georgia native's sharp songwriting and vocal prowess, the full body of work cements her place as a country star on the rise, ready to claim her lane". [6]

Today's Country Magazine indicates that song "I Wish You Would", performed alongside Midland "carries a dusty barstool vibe that instantly transports your senses to the classic country sound of the 1970s, a pure country gold that matches the familiar brush of Midland's signature feels while being an intriguing departure from Mackenize's". [7]

Country Swag describes the song as an "immediate standout, a perfect dancehall duet that allows Carpenter to riff off of Midland's Mark Wystrach as they play a pair of fated lovers, unable to resist each other amongst the promises of neon lights and endless drinks". [8]

Discography

Studio albums

Extended plays

Singles

List of singles, with selected peak chart positions
TitleYearPeak chart positionsAlbum
US Country Airplay
[9]
"I Wish You Would"
(featuring Midland)
202556Hey Country Queen

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "Mackenzie Carpenter Songs, Albums, Reviews, Bi..." AllMusic. Archived from the original on June 11, 2025. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
  2. "Mackenzie Carpenter". Opry. Archived from the original on June 11, 2025. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
  3. "Mackenzie Carpenter". iHeart. Archived from the original on June 10, 2025. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
  4. Despres, Tricia (March 22, 2023). "Mackenzie Carpenter Got Engaged, Signed a Record Deal and Released Her First Single in the Span of One Week". People.com.
  5. Dowling, Marcus K. "Mackenzie Carpenter arrives as country singer-songwriter to watch with 'Hey Country Queen'". The Tennessean.
  6. Cantrell, L. B. (March 11, 2025). "Mackenzie Carpenter Shimmers Into The Spotlight With Debut Album [Interview]". MusicRow.com. Archived from the original on June 11, 2025. Retrieved June 10, 2025.
  7. "Single Review: Mackenzie Carpenter ft. Midland – "I Wish You Would"". todayscountrymagazine.com.
  8. Piering, Nicole (March 7, 2025). "Mackenzie Carpenter: 'Hey Country Queen' – Debut Album Review".
  9. "Billboard Country Update" (PDF). Billboard . August 29, 2025. Retrieved August 31, 2025.