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Something in the Orange

"Something in the Orange" is a song by American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan, released in 2022 as the second single from his album American Heartbreak.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

"Something in the Orange" is a song by American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan, released in 2022 as the second single from his album American Heartbreak. It became one of Bryan's breakout hits, reaching the top of the country charts and peaking in the top 10 of the Billboard Hot 100.

Background and release

"Something in the Orange" was released as a single on April 22, 2022, and later included on Zach Bryan's third studio album, American Heartbreak. The song helped introduce Bryan to a wider mainstream audience.

Composition and meaning

The song is a country ballad centered on heartbreak and uncertainty after a breakup. Its title refers to the imagery of an orange sunset, which Bryan has said helped inspire the song.

Commercial performance

The song became one of Bryan's biggest commercial successes, performing strongly on both country-specific and all-genre Billboard charts. It marked his first appearance on the Billboard Hot 100, where it peaked at No. 10, and also reached No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart.

Versions and recognition

In addition to the original single, a stripped-down "Z&E's version" was released. The song was later recognized by the Recording Academy with a Grammy nomination for Best Country Solo Performance.

Key facts

  • "Something in the Orange" was written and recorded by Zach Bryan.
  • It was released on April 22, 2022, as the second single from American Heartbreak.
  • The song became Bryan's first entry on the Billboard Hot 100 and peaked at No. 10.
  • It also became a major country hit, reaching No. 1 on the Hot Country Songs chart.
  • A second version, often called the "Z&E's version," was later released.
  • The song received a Grammy nomination for Best Country Solo Performance.
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Canadian context

The song was a notable North American country hit and received broad streaming and radio attention in Canada as part of Zach Bryan's international rise.

Frequently asked questions

Who recorded "Something in the Orange"?
It was recorded by American singer-songwriter Zach Bryan.
When was "Something in the Orange" released?
It was released on April 22, 2022.
What album is "Something in the Orange" from?
It appears on Zach Bryan's album American Heartbreak.
What is the song about?
The song is generally interpreted as a breakup song about longing, uncertainty, and the end of a relationship.
Did the song chart in the United States?
Yes. It reached No. 10 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was a major country hit.
Was there more than one version of the song?
Yes. A later stripped-down version known as "Z&E's version" was also released.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Something_in_the_Orange
    Supports: Release date, album, chart performance, length, label, songwriter, producer, Grammy nomination, and existence of a second version.
  2. Amazon Music — https://music.amazon.com/tracks/B0BZYVGDBG
    Supports: Track title and running time.
  3. Spotify — https://open.spotify.com/album/1CmTOKCeyz1aHH04OwvTPv
    Supports: Single release listing and artist attribution.
  4. Whiskey Riff — https://www.whiskeyriff.com/2024/12/09/zach-bryan-once-again-tells-very-different-backstory-on-meaning-behind-something-in-the-orange/
    Supports: Bryan's account of the song's inspiration involving a Wisconsin cabin and a sunset.
  5. American Songwriter — https://www.americansongwriter.com/behind-the-meaning-of-zach-bryans-2022-country-hit-something-in-the-orange/
    Supports: Song meaning, chart success, album context, and Grammy nomination.