Lana Del Rey caught many of her followers off guard in 2024 when she tied the knot with Jeremy Dufrene, a swamp tour guide from Louisiana. As it happens, Dufrene possesses a variety of skills, notably earning a songwriting credit on Lana’s latest single, “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter,” a fresh track from her upcoming studio effort, Stove. Despite rumors suggesting Lana is venturing into country music, “White Feather” serves as a moody, atmospheric, and jazz-infused contemplation on home life, womanhood, and gender expectations—themes that Del Rey has frequently examined throughout her discography.

The writing credits for this track extend beyond just Del Rey and her spouse. Her brother-in-law Jason Pickens is involved, as is her sister, Chuck Grant. Furthermore, the track honors renowned composer David Raskin and legendary songwriter Johnny Mercer, owing to the fact that the instrumental samples Ella Fitzgerald’s 1964 rendition of “Laura,” the iconic theme from the 1944 film noir. Raskin composed the melody, while Mercer penned the words. Incidentally, Laura served as the inspiration for the name of the central figure in David Lynch’s cult television hit Twin Peaks, a filmmaker who has been a significant creative inspiration for Lana.

Production duties for “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter” were shared by Lana, Drew Erickson, and Jack Antonoff, with the track beginning with a semi-rapped vocal from Del Rey detailing the rugged man who has grounded her. (Antonoff and Erickson are also credited as co-writers.)

He’s my white feather hawk tail deer hunter
Keeps me chilled during the sweltering heat
Enjoys pushing me along on this John Deere mower
It’s a pity you don’t have a guy like him, it’s such a shame

In the pre-chorus, Lana adopts a mysterious persona and hints at some of her past transgressions.

Everyone is aware I’ve had my share of drama
But I’m back home for the season
And I was wondering if I could borrow your stove
To whip up something special for you, because you are

During the chorus, Lana employs some notably old-fashioned slang to emphasize her take on the quintessential homemaker role.

Positively magical, everything you do
Did you realize just how enchanting you are?
Whoopsie-daisy, hello, shouting, “I love you”
To my white feather hawk tail deer hunter
Take my hand off the stove, dear
Calling out, “Yoo-hoo, supper’s almost ready”

In the second verse, Lana mocks the skeptics who doubted the longevity of her and her partner’s relationship.

I’ve simply been in the kitchen, anticipating a spirit hunter
I’m using a nicotine patch to get through the summer
Yes, I’m ethereal, but that doesn’t mean I’m numb
Applying it to my skin, enjoying a tan-line-free summer
I adore my man, and naturally, we’re still together

True to her signature style, the song takes an eerie and subversive turn during the bridge.

Whoopsie-daisy, do you think this is alright?
Whoopsie-daisy, legal testimony and cocaine
Oh dear, perhaps that should have been kept for a pal
Stick to the baking, Daisy is quite distressed

You can currently browse the complete lyrics for “White Feather Hawk Tail Deer Hunter” over at Genius.