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One of the most poetic and genre-defying voices in modern music, Lana Del Rey, has made a triumphant comeback with a brand-new track titled 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter.' Released on 17th February, the song marks a deeply personal moment in her career—not just creatively, but personally—because it was co‑written with her husband, Jeremy Dufrene, alongside her sister Chuck Grant and brother‑in‑law Jason Pickens.
The song, which has been co-produced by longtime partner Jack Antonoff and further produced by Drew Erickson, gives fans a clear preview of what to expect from Del Rey's eagerly awaited new album, 'Stove,' which will be released later this year following multiple title changes and delays.
A Storied Career and a New Musical Era
Since her 2011 debut with the eerie single 'Video Games,' Lana Del Rey, whose real name is Elizabeth Woolridge Grant, has emerged as one of the most significant musicians of her time. She has established a reputation for noir-tinged, cinematic songs that combine rich instrumentation with melancholic storytelling over the years. Her albums, including 'Born to Die,' 'Ultraviolence,' and 2023's 'Did You Know That There's a Tunnel Under Ocean Blvd,' which peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200, have garnered her numerous Grammy nominations and commercial success.
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Del Rey's evocative sound has made her a landmark for fans of Americana-infused, alternative pop, and dream pop music, and her music has consistently charted worldwide. She is renowned for stretching the frontiers of art and combining dark romanticism, and sensitive introspection in her lyrics. Despite taking her time between major releases, each new project is met with eager anticipation and strong chart performance—a testament to her lasting impact on contemporary music.
Del Rey carries that development forward with 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter.' This new song, which is Stove's third single after the 2025 releases of 'Henry, Come On,' and 'Bluebird,' finds her playing with weird lyrical imagery, and orchestral elements that are both familiar and fresh.
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Collaboration and Personal Inspiration
'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' is unique because of its close ties to Lana's private life. She co-wrote the song with her husband, Jeremy Dufrene, whom she married in Louisiana in September 2024. The song is a family affair because Dufrene, who had previously worked outside the music industry, shares songwriting credit with Lana, her sister, and her brother-in-law.
The song's lyrics, which explores loyalty, and the bizarre boundaries of love, combines whimsical, evocative language with beautiful, dreamy imagery. Lines like "Positively voodoo, everything that you do" suggest a bond that's both mystical and deeply affectionate, while other verses play with domestic metaphor and charm.
Check Out the Song:
Along with the tune, Lana and her crew produced a music video that highlights her visual story and hands-on creative energy, which have been hallmarks of her career since early music videos like 'Born to Die' and 'Ride.' In addition to generating enthusiasm for 'Stove,' 'White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter' provides a view into Del Rey's personal life, highlighting her relationship with Dufrene and the emotional energy that has influenced her most recent work.
