Lead Single “Walk Tall” Available Now
RuPaul’s Drag Race standout (Season 7, All Stars Season 2 and Season 6), Ginger Minj, has announced the release of her third studio album, Double Wide Diva, on September 17. The skillfully self-proclaimed “Glamour Toad” is tapping into her own life story to share a collection of authentic and empowering songs, revealing a never-before-seen side of Ginger Minj. The global star’s official debut in the country music genre, the lead single from the project, “Walk Tall” was released today, Friday, August 27. Co-written with country music singer/songwriter Brandon Stansell and Jeffrey James, the emotionally charged track was inspired by a pivotal moment in Ginger’s life and showcases her captivating vocal range.
“‘Walk Tall’ was inspired by an obsession I had with The Wizard of Oz when I was younger,” Ginger shares. “The film was celebrating its 50th anniversary and it was the first time I saw my Mama defy my Dad. She got me my very own pair of ruby slippers to help me walk a little taller with my head held high. They were the most precious gift, and that feeling of overcoming negativity and people trying to bring you down is what this song is all about.”
In addition to “Walk Tall,” Double Wide Diva will feature 7 more tracks, including Ginger’s version of the iconic country music classic, “Friends In Low Places” originally performed by Garth Brooks. Ginger co-wrote each original song on the album, six of which alongside Brandon Stansell and Jeffrey James with producer Aaron Aiken. The forthcoming track “Sticks” was co-written by Ginger Minj, Brett McLaughlin and Gabe Lopez, and the song was produced by the esteemed Leland (RuPaul’s Drag Race, Boy, Erased). The upcoming release follows the June 2021 release of Gummy Bear, which peaked at #2 on the iTunes Comedy Album Chart and her 2016 album, Sweet Tea.
Long before she held court as a finalist on season 7 of RuPaul’s Drag Race, Ginger reigned as The Comedy Queen of The South from her homebase in Orlando, Florida. After spending years touring the world, performing showtunes for Broadway royalty on national television, starring in the 2018 Netflix feature film Dumplin’ (Jennifer Anniston, Dove Cameron), and recording her two studio albums, Ginger is thrilled to go back to her roots, ready to introduce herself to the country music community with Double Wide Diva. Currently, Ginger is a finalist of Season 6 of RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars and is continuously working on exciting projects to come in 2021.
DOUBLE WIDE DIVA TRACK LIST
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“Pretty” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
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“Walk Tall” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
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“Because Of This Town” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
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“Double Wide Diva” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
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“Losing Love” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
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“Sticks”| Written by Ginger Minj, Brett McLaughlin, Gabe Lopez
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“Friends In Low Places” | Written by Earl Bud Lee, Dewayne Blackwell
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“Walk Tall (Acoustic)” | Written by Ginger Minj, Brandon Stansell, Jeffrey James
Pre-save/Pre-order Double Wide Diva HERE.
Stream/Purchase “Walk Tall” HERE.
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