My Way (Riley Green song)
| "My Way" | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Promotional single by Riley Green | |
| from the album That's Just Me | |
| Released | April 17, 2026 |
| Genre | Country |
| Length | 4:02 |
| Label | Nashville Harbor |
| Songwriter | Riley Green |
| Producer | Dann Huff |
"My Way" is a song by American country music singer Riley Green. It was released on April 17, 2026, as a promotional single from his upcoming fourth studio album, That's Just Me. It was written by Green himself and produced by Dann Huff. Green performed the song on the television series Marshals, where he portrayed the character Garrett.
Background
Riley Green began teasing the song in early 2025, through sharing acoustic performances on social media. Upon its release, many have speculated that the song may be about fellow country singer Ella Langley, his rumored ex-girlfriend, due to the lyrics "A little bit of red wine poured into coffee cups", which has been noted to be very similar to a line from Langley's song "You & Me Time" ("Put a little bit of red wine in a coffee cup").[1]
In 2026, Green made his acting debut on Marshals as the former Navy SEAL Garrett. When given the opportunity to perform a song in his second appearance in the series, Green chose "My Way" because the lyrics best reflected his character's story. He felt more comfortable filming his performance than the other scenes, which he likened to filming a music video.[2]
Composition
The song features an undulating, minimal acoustic guitar and fiddle.[1][3] Riley Green croons about pining to reconcile with his ex-lover,[3][4][5] singing that he would be back with her if he had his way.[4][5] He imagines rekindling their romance, detailing moments such as watching the sunset together and dancing to an Al Green record by the fireplace.[1][3]
Critical reception
The song received generally positive reviews. Maxim Mower of Holler described the song as "the epitome of an artist who knows where his strengths lie. He doesn't try and overdo it or show off his vocals, rather, he meets the track where it is, and keeps the atmosphere low-key and intricate throughout."[1] Lauren Jo Black of Country Now remarked that Riley Green's vocals convey the song's heartbreak "perfectly, while the simple, understated production only deepens the song's heartfelt feel."[5] Jessica Nicholson of Billboard commented "The song is understated, and he keeps his vocal delivery relaxed and conversational, never stretching beyond what the song calls for."[3] Holler's Soda Canter wrote "it is hard not to suspect that on new single 'My Way,' Riley Green knows exactly how to make use of his, ahem, many talents. The longing stare is intentional, the charm well-practiced, and the result is a smoldering reminder that Conway Twitty's long-lusted approach is alive and well." He also described the song as "quintessential Green, pairing descriptive storytelling with the unfiltered reflections on love lost that have become his bread and butter."[6]
Charts
| Chart (2026) | Peak position |
|---|---|
| New Zealand Hot Singles (RMNZ)[7] | 14 |
| US Billboard Hot 100[8] | 70 |
| US Hot Country Songs (Billboard)[9] | 17 |
References
- 1 2 3 4 Mower, Maxim (April 17, 2026). "'My Way' by Riley Green - Lyrics & Meaning". Holler. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- ↑ Gallucci, Nicole (April 26, 2026). "'Marshals' Episode 9 End Song: What Song Does Garrett Sing On 'Marshals?' Riley Green Breaks Down His Big Performance". Decider. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- 1 2 3 4 Nicholson, Jessica (April 20, 2026). "5 Must-Hear New Country Songs: Reba McEntire, Cody Johnson, Riley Green & More". Billboard. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- 1 2 Young, Casey (April 17, 2026). "Riley Green Releases Country Heartbreaker "My Way" Ahead Of Acting Debut On 'Marshals'". Whiskey Riff. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- 1 2 3 Black, Lauren Jo (April 17, 2026). "Riley Green Delivers Heartbreak in New Song 'My Way' as He Prepares for Major Acting Debut on CBS' 'Marshals'". Country Now. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- ↑ "First Listen: Kacey Musgraves, Riley Green and the New Country Music You Need to Hear This Week". Holler. April 20, 2026. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- ↑ "NZ Hot 40 Singles". Recorded Music NZ. April 24, 2026. Retrieved April 29, 2026.
- ↑ "Riley Green Chart History (Hot 100)". Billboard. Retrieved June 9, 2026.
- ↑ "Riley Green Chart History (Hot Country Songs)". Billboard. Retrieved June 9, 2026.