Luke Combs has gifted fans a new love song just in time for Valentine’s Day. The country superstar released “Be By You” on Friday, February 13, a tender ballad dedicated to his wife, Nicole Combs. The track, penned by Dan Alley, Sam Banks, and Nick Walsh, offers a glimpse into the simple joys of companionship and unwavering affection, and arrives ahead of his fifth studio album, The Way I Am, set to drop on March 30.
The song’s lyrics express a desire for uncomplicated connection, focusing on the beauty of everyday moments with a loved one. Combs sings of wanting to simply be present with Nicole, appreciating her natural beauty and cherishing their shared life. The sentiment clearly resonates with his personal life, as evidenced by a heartfelt caption accompanying the song’s announcement on social media: “I can’t leave your lovin’ alone / Where you are is where I belong.”
Combs’s affection for Nicole is well-documented, both in his music and public life. He previously revealed that his hit song “Beautiful Crazy” was written about her even before they were officially dating, a fact that initially made him nervous about sharing it with her. “I didn’t know if she would think I was a creep or not,” he admitted, according to reporting from February 12, 2026. Fortunately, the song became a cornerstone of their relationship, ultimately serving as their first dance at their wedding in 2020.
The couple’s love story began in 2014 when they met through mutual friends after Nicole moved to Nashville. Their connection deepened two years later at a songwriters’ festival in Florida, leading to a lasting romance. They became engaged in 2018 and married in August 2020. Since then, their family has grown with the arrival of two sons, Tex, born in June 2022, and Beau, born in August 2023. They are currently expecting their third child, announcing the pregnancy in September 2025.
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“Be By You” isn’t just a Valentine’s Day offering; it’s another chapter in the ongoing musical narrative of Luke and Nicole Combs’s relationship. The song’s release follows Combs’s decision to withdraw from a pre-Super Bowl concert in February 2026 to focus on his growing family, demonstrating his commitment to prioritizing his personal life alongside his successful career.
The lyrics themselves offer a sweet and relatable message: “I hope I ain’t comin’ on too strong / Just wanna hold you close, baby / Kinda looks like you do too / I just wanna make love, wake up next to you / No makeup, baby, nothing beats that view / I guess what it comes down to is I just wanna be by you.”
As Luke Combs prepares for the release of The Way I Am, “Be By You” provides a tender preview of what fans can expect – honest, heartfelt songwriting rooted in the joys of love and family. The song’s release underscores the enduring power of a simple, genuine message, especially on a day dedicated to celebrating connection.
With a growing family and a flourishing career, Luke Combs continues to share his personal journey through his music, offering fans a glimpse into the love story that inspires his artistry. The anticipation now builds for the full album release on March 30, and the continued evolution of Combs’s musical narrative.
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