Bailey Zimmerman and Luke Combs have released a new song titled "Backup Plan," along with an accompanying music video. The video features footage from the duo's recent performance at the Stagecoach festival in Indio, California.
The song and video were released on Thursday, May 2. Zimmerman joined Combs on stage at Stagecoach, where Combs was a headliner, to perform the track.
The collaboration originated when Zimmerman sent Combs a text message in January. Zimmerman, who had not previously met Combs, sent an audio recording of the song asking for Combs' thoughts on a potential duet.
Combs received the message while on tour in Australia. According to accounts, Combs did not reply immediately, leaving Zimmerman waiting for about a month.
The lyrics of "Backup Plan" focus on pursuing dreams and overcoming obstacles, with lines encouraging persistence despite challenges or doubters.
Combs discussed the unconventional start to their partnership while introducing Zimmerman at Stagecoach, recounting receiving a text from an unsaved number that contained the song.
Earlier reports indicated the collaboration was coming soon, with both artists having teased the track on social media platforms. Earlier reports indicated the collaboration was coming soon.
The video, directed by Jenny Stoff and Chris Perkel, captures the energy of the live Stagecoach performance. The song is released through Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville. The duo released their brand new tune via Atlantic Records/Warner Music Nashville.
Zimmerman described receiving Combs' eventual reply after the waiting period during an appearance on The Bobby Bones Show. Zimmerman described receiving Combs' eventual reply.
Combs' text message response, sent about a month after receiving the song, was brief. Combs wrote, "Yo! This tune rips. I'm in."
