Locked Up - Sam Hunt - MP3 instrumental karaoke

"Locked Up" by Sam Hunt was released on March 22, 2024, as the lead single from his Locked Up EP, which came out on April 5, 2024. The song was co-written by Sam Hunt, Shane McAnally, Josh Osborne, Jerry Flowers, and Zach Crowell. It quickly garnered attention, especially due to its autobiographical nature and heartfelt lyrics about Sam Hunt's personal struggles and his wife's unwavering support. The song's theme revolves around regret and redemption, focusing on him serving a brief jail sentence after getting charged with a DUI. The track combines the singer's signature country style with modern pop influences, featuring a midtempo rhythm and catchy melody. The music video, directed by Tim Mattia, pays homage to Johnny Cash's famous 1968 performance at Folsom Prison, with Sam Hunt and his wife, Hannah, starring in roles reminiscent of Cash and June Carter Cash. "Locked Up" received positive reviews and performed well on the charts, with the Locked Up EP also including other notable tracks like "Outskirts," which climbed to the Top 10 on country charts.