The Walker Hayes Fancy Like song was released on June 4, 2021 from his fifth EP Country Stuff. The song became a Tik Tok viral dance hit and also reached #1 on the Billboard Hot Country songs chart. Walker Hayes’ “Fancy Like” is more than just a country song—it’s a cultural phenomenon that took the world by storm with its catchy lyrics, feel-good vibe, and viral dance challenge. The track, released in June 2021 as part of Hayes’ EP Country Stuff, skyrocketed to fame thanks to its irresistible chorus and a down-to-earth music video that resonated with fans of all ages.
The Fancy Like Music Video: A Family Affair
The music video for “Fancy Like” only added to the song’s appeal. Shot at Hayes’ home, the video features him and his daughter, Lela, performing a now-iconic dance routine. What started as a fun family moment turned into a viral sensation when they shared the dance on TikTok. The video quickly gained millions of views, inspiring countless fans to replicate the moves and share their own versions online.
The wholesome father-daughter duo, combined with the laid-back backyard setting, brought an authenticity that resonated with audiences. The video’s simplicity was its strength, proving that genuine moments can outshine even the most high-budget productions.
A remix of the song featuring guest vocals from American singer-songwriter Kesha was released on September 10, 2021. Watch both versions of the music video and see the written lyrics below.
Walker Hayes Fancy Like Music Video
Walker Hayes Fancy Like Music Video featuring Kesha
The Story Behind “Fancy Like”
“Fancy Like” is a fun, lighthearted anthem that celebrates the simple joys of life, from enjoying a date night at Applebee’s to sipping on Oreo shakes. The inspiration for the song came from Hayes’ own life and his desire to highlight that fancy doesn’t always mean expensive. Instead, it’s about those special moments that create lasting memories without breaking the bank.
“Fancy Like” perfectly blends country storytelling with a pop-inspired beat. The playful lyrics and infectious melody make it nearly impossible not to sing along. Hayes co-wrote “Fancy Like” with Cameron Bartolini, Josh Jenkins, and Shane Stevens, and co-produced it with Joe Thibodeau and Shane McAnally.
Walker Hayes Fancy Like Lyrics
Ayy
My girl is bangin’
She’s so low maintenance
Don’t need no champagne poppin’ entertainment
Take her to Wendy’s
Can’t keep her off me
She wanna dip me like them fries in her Frosty
But every now and then when I get paid
I gotta spoil my baby with an upgrade (ayy)
Ayy, ayy, ayy
Yeah, we fancy like Applebee’s on a date night
Got that Bourbon Street steak with the Oreo shake
Get some whipped cream on the top too
Two straws, one check, girl, I got you
Bougie like Natty in the styrofoam
Squeak-squeakin’ in the truck bed all the way home
Some Alabama-jamma, she my Dixieland delight
Ayy, that’s how we do, how we do, fancy like, oh
Fancy like, oh
Fancy like, oh
Fancy like, oh
Uh, don’t need no Tesla (don’t need no Tesla) to impress her (to impress her)
My girl is happy rollin’ on a Vespa (there she go)
Don’t need no mansion (ooh) to get romancin’ (woo)
She’s super fine, double wide, slow dancin’ (slow dancin’)
But every now and then when I get paid
I gotta spoil my baby with an upgrade
Ayy, ayy, ayy
Yeah, we fancy like Applebee’s on a date night (that’s right)
Got that Bourbon Street steak with the Oreo shake (ayy)
Get some whipped cream on the top too (gotta add that whipped cream)
Two straws, one check, girl, I got you (girl, I got you)
Bougie like Natty in the styrofoam (styrofoam)
Squeak-squeakin’ in the truck bed all the way home (all the way home)
Some Alabama-jamma, she my Dixieland delight
Ayy, that’s how we do, how we do, fancy like
My new, clean blue jeans without the holes in ’em
Country kisses on my lips without Skoal in ’em
Yeah, she probably gon’ be keeping some Victoria’s Secrets
Maybe a little Maybelline but she don’t need it
In the kitchen light radio slows down
Boxed wine and her up-do goes down
Ayy
Yeah, we fancy like Applebee’s on a date night (that’s right)
Got that Bourbon Street steak with the Oreo shake (ayy)
Get some whipped cream on the top too (gotta add that whipped cream)
Two straws, one check, girl, I got you
Bougie like Natty in the styrofoam (styrofoam)
Squeak-squeakin’ in the truck bed all the way home (all the way home)
Some Alabama-jamma, she my Dixieland delight
Ayy, that’s how we do, how we do, fancy like
The Applebee’s Effect
One of the biggest impacts of “Fancy Like” was its effect on Applebee’s. The chain restaurant was mentioned in the chorus, with Hayes singing about “Applebee’s on a date night” and the now-famous “Oreo shake.” The shout-out was so effective that Applebee’s brought back its Oreo shake to the menu and even featured Walker Hayes in a national commercial. The collaboration was a win-win, boosting Applebee’s visibility while keeping “Fancy Like” at the top of the charts.
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