Family legacies in music can feel like carrying a torch through a storm—beautiful, heavy, and impossible to ignore. For Struggle Jennings, grandson of outlaw country legend Waylon Jennings, that weight shows up raw and real in his new single “Last Name.” The track digs into the ache of losing a father young, staring back at a reflection that echoes the man he never got to say goodbye to, and wrestling with the expectations tied to a famous surname. It’s personal, unflinching, and hits like a late-night conversation you didn’t know you needed. Fans are already pulling up Last Name lyrics by Struggle Jennings to unpack every line.
| Lead Vocals | Struggle Jennings |
| Songwriter | Struggle Jennings, Michael Whitworth, David Ray, Jackson Nance & Zakk Garner |
| Composer | Struggle Jennings, Michael Whitworth, David Ray, Jackson Nance & Zakk Garner |
| Label | Angels & Outlaws |
| Release Date | January 30, 2026 |
| Song Language | English |
| Copyright © | Angels & Outlaws |
Lyrics of Last Name by Struggle Jennings
I Never Told My Daddy Goodbye
But The Man In The Mirror Has His Eyes
Most Days I Feel Like I’m A Stranger
Full Of Anger I Can’t Hide
The Apple Don’t Fall Far From The Tree
The Grass Ain’t Green But The Roots Are Deep
What You Get Ain’t Always What You See
I’m Cut From The Same Cloth Of All The Outlaws That Came Before Me
I Walk The Path They Paved But There’s Two Sides To Every Story
Stage Lights Cast A Shadow That’s Darker Than You Think
I Might Be Country Gold But You Don’t Know The First Thing
About My Last Name
Those Front Row Seats Can’t See Back Stage
Bloodshot Eyes Behind Black Shades
You Don’t Know The Hand I’s Dealt You Just Call A Spade A Spade
But There’s A Blessing And A Curse To The Blood That Run In These Veins
I’m Cut From The Same Cloth Of All The Outlaws That Came Before Me
I Walk The Path They Paved But There’s Two Sides To Every Story
Stage Lights Cast A Shadow That’s Darker Than You Think
I Might Be Country Gold But You Don’t Know The First Thing
About My Last Name
About My Last Name
I’m Cut From The Same Cloth Of All The Outlaws That Came Before Me
I Walk The Path They Paved But There’s Two Sides To Every Story
Stage Lights Cast A Shadow That’s Darker Than You Think
I Might Be Country Gold But You Don’t Know The First Thing
About My Last Name
I Never Told My Daddy Goodbye
But The Man In The Mirror Has His Eyes
About “Last Name by Struggle Jennings”
Struggle lays it bare over a steady, introspective beat, his voice carrying the grit of someone who’s walked both sides of the spotlight.
The song’s heart is in that push-pull between heritage and identity. Themes circle around grief, inherited traits, and the hidden struggles behind the stage lights—anger you can’t shake, blood that’s both blessing and curse, and the realization that people see the shine but miss the shadows. It’s country-rap soul-searching at its core: proud of the roots, but clear-eyed about the cost. The mood feels reflective yet defiant, like staring down critics while honoring the path paved by outlaws before him. Production from Ned Cameron keeps it grounded—clean guitar lines, subtle drums, nothing flashy, just enough space for the words to land hard. Co-writers Michael Whitworth, David Ray, Jackson Nance, and Zakk Garner bring layers that make every verse feel lived-in.
This single kicks off Struggle’s forthcoming album, also titled Last Name, set to drop March 13, 2026. It’s shaping up as a full statement on owning his story—independent through Angels & Outlaws, no major-label gloss.
The official music video hit YouTube on January 30, 2026, directed with that raw, cinematic edge fans expect from his camp. It’s already building steam with views climbing fast, and the comments section is full of people sharing their own father-loss stories or nodding to the honesty. An album release party is locked in for Nashville at Chief’s on Broadway, promising a full-band night to celebrate the drop.
Struggle’s career has always been about carving his own lane while nodding to the Jennings bloodline—he spent years avoiding the name, then embraced it as an honor after Shooter gave the green light. Now, in his mid-40s, he’s in a phase of deep self-reckoning, blending hip-hop roots with country storytelling in ways that feel more confident than ever. “Last Name” stands as a milestone in his discography: the title track that finally closes the loop on legacy, proving he’s not chasing shadows—he’s casting his own light. It matters because it strips away the myth and shows the man behind it, connecting with anyone who’s ever felt defined by where they come from.
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