RaeLynn is celebrating the holidays in style, launching her own festive spin on Carpool Karaoke to promote her new Christmas project, Jingle Jangle Rock. For the first episode, she welcomed a special first guest: her close friend — and Kane Brown’s wife — Katelyn Brown.
“In honor of my Christmas album, I wanted to ride around with some of my favorite people in Nashville,” RaeLynn explained, adding that this series is her way of sharing joy and gratitude during the season.
A car full of Christmas cheer
Her vehicle was transformed into a mobile winter wonderland, complete with holiday lights, Santa hats, ornaments, and matching festive outfits — including merch from RaeLynn’s limited-edition holiday line. As soon as Katelyn hopped in, the two jumped into the holiday spirit with a round of “This or That: Christmas Edition” and sing-along moments to classic Christmas songs.
They compared holiday traditions, from Elf on the Shelf antics to baking homemade cookies. RaeLynn also revealed that Katelyn was one of her very first friends after moving to Nashville — a friendship that began through Kane but quickly became genuine, deep, and long-lasting.
“We’ve been friends for a really long time…even if we weren’t in the industry, we’d still be friends,” RaeLynn said.
“One hundred percent,” Katelyn agreed.
Bringing the holiday grooves
After warming up with favorites like Justin Bieber’s “Mistletoe” and Wham!’s “Last Christmas,” the pair cranked up the energy with songs from RaeLynn’s new EP. Jingle Jangle Rock includes spirited takes on Chuck Berry’s “Run Run Rudolph” and Alan Jackson’s “I Only Want You for Christmas,” along with three original tracks full of RaeLynn’s signature sass and charm.
“Christmas has always been my favorite holiday — the lights, the chaos, all of it,” RaeLynn shared. “So we put out this project.”
What matters most this time of year
As their drive wound down, the two reflected on what the season truly means to them. For Katelyn, the perfect Christmas isn’t about gifts — it’s a meaningful day spent with family. RaeLynn echoed that sentiment, saying parenthood makes the holiday feel even more magical.
Asked what she wishes for the world this Christmas, Katelyn answered simply: world peace. RaeLynn added that she’d love to see people reconnect with their inner child and savor the small, important moments with family.
Looking ahead to 2026
Katelyn shared that Kane Brown will be taking a rare break from touring next year, giving their family more time together. She’s excited for his new music and grateful for the slower pace, especially with their young children growing fast.
“For me, it’s soaking in this time with the kids,” she said. “It goes by so quickly.”
RaeLynn praised Katelyn for the work she and Kane have done together — including their hit duets “Thank God” and “Body Talk” — saying she admires how authentically they approach their careers and relationship.
Fresh off touring with Jason Aldean, RaeLynn is already gearing up for several 2026 performances. But for now, she’s spreading Christmas cheer one car ride at a time — with great music, genuine friendship, and plenty of holiday sparkle.