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Why Worry

By Rebekah Speer

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

NASHVILLE, TN (March 23rd, 2025) — Celebrated bluegrass artist and songwiter, Rebekah Speer delivers a heartfelt reminder to let go of life’s burdens with her new single, “Why Worry.” Blending authentic storytelling with Speer’s signature delivery, the track offers a timely message of hope, resilience, and perspective.

The release follows the success of Speer’s previous single, “Needle In The Heart of West Virginia,” which became a standout at bluegrass radio and rose to become one of the most-played songs on SiriusXM’s Bluegrass Junction. That momentum continues with “Why Worry,” as Speer once again connects deeply with listeners.

Penned by songwriters Rick Lang and Jeff Daugherty, “Why Worry” was born from a simple but powerful realization: worrying doesn’t change outcomes—it only weighs us down.

“‘Why Worry’ is one of my favorite co-writes with good buddy and frequent collaborator Jeff Daugherty. The song came out of a discussion we had about why worrying doesn’t help you solve your problems, just makes things worse. Rebekah Speer knocked this one out of the park, so grateful she chose to record our song!”
— Rick Lang

“Rick Lang and I wrote ‘Why Worry’ around one simple truth: worrying won’t change a thing, and if you carry it too long it’ll wear you down. The song is really about letting go and trusting that the clouds will clear. Rebekah delivers it with the kind of heart that makes that message ring true.”
— Jeff Daugherty

Speer captures the emotional weight of the song while offering listeners a sense of peace and encouragement. “Why Worry” continues her tradition of selecting songs that connect on a deeply human level pairing timeless bluegrass sensibility with modern-day relevance.

As both an artist and industry leader, Rebekah Speer has built a reputation for authenticity and excellence across every facet of her career—from her charting releases to her work behind the scenes shaping today’s bluegrass landscape. With the radio success of “Needle In The Heart of West Virginia” setting a high bar, “Why Worry” is poised to further cement her growing presence on playlists and airwaves alike.