Country artist Carter Faith released the music video for her single “Bar Star” on August 20, featuring actor Billy Bob Thornton. The 70-year-old star of The Landman appears alongside Faith, 25, in a video that pays homage to classic country style, showcasing the growing singer’s admiration for Thornton.
A Nostalgic Visual and Sound Reflecting Traditional Country
Faith presents an old-school country vibe in the video, styled with a voluminous curly blonde hairstyle and singing into a retro microphone. The song’s chorus highlights the hard-living, drinking character of the bar star, described as
“a damn livin’ drinkin’ work of art.”
Thornton, dressed head to toe in black, portrays this role, shifting from charming smiles to sudden aggression, embodying the song’s complex character.
Tribute Through an Additional Song Inspired by Thornton
Faith‘s fandom of Thornton runs deep, as she dedicated the B-side of “Bar Star” to him with a track titled Billy Bob Thornton (Worktape). In the song, she openly expresses desire for a partner like Thornton, known for toughness paired with vulnerability.
I want a man like Billy Bob Thornton / Tough as nails but his head’s a wreck,
—Carter Faith
He’ll prove to me that I’m important / Wear my blood around his neck.
—Carter Faith
This lyric references a well-known aspect of Thornton’s past relationship with Angelina Jolie, where the couple famously wore vials of each other’s blood during their marriage from 2000 to 2003.
Billy Bob Thornton Reflects on Memorable Jewelry Story
Thornton previously explained the origins of this unusual gesture in a 2018 interview, clarifying the simplicity behind the symbolic necklaces.
The necklaces were a very simple thing,
—Billy Bob Thornton
‘Hey, let’s poke our finger with a pin and smear a little on there, and when we’re away from each other, we’ll wear the necklace.’ That was that easy, but by the time it came out in the press, it sounded like we were wearing a bucket of blood around our necks.
—Billy Bob Thornton
Faith’s Upcoming Album and Busy Touring Schedule
“Bar Star” is one of the singles from Carter Faith’s forthcoming debut album, Cherry Valley, set to release on October 3. Faith plans an active few months ahead, touring alongside Little Big Town through the summer, followed by opening performances for Noah Cyrus in September and October. In December, she will join Kelsea Ballerini for an Australian tour.
I’m so excited to be touring. I’ve never toured the way I am right now, which is frequently,
—Carter Faith
It’s fun to get to play my songs and see who resonates with it and meet them. When you’re sitting behind your phone making stupid TikTok videos, you’re like, ‘Who’s watching this, who even cares?’ So getting to meet people is really exciting. I’m kind of addicted to touring.
—Carter Faith
Significance of the ‘Bar Star’ Video and Carter Faith’s Rising Profile
The collaboration with Billy Bob Thornton underscores Carter Faith’s rising status in country music, blending traditional motifs with modern storytelling and performance. The video and songs highlight Faith’s respect for country legends while demonstrating her own artistic voice. With her debut album imminent and a packed touring schedule, Faith is poised to expand her audience and deepen her impact on the country scene.
