Matthew McConaughey Covers Choosin' Texas | Birmingham News

Birmingham AL News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 1m

Matthew McConaughey surprised fans on The Tonight Show with a bluegrass twist on Ella Langley’s “Choosin’ Texas,” teaming up with Jimmy Fallon and The Last Bison — all tied to his new movie, “The Rivals of Amziah King,” filmed in Alabama and steeped in country vibes. Learning to play mandolin for the role, he joked about the challenge of juggling instrument and vocals — but clearly had fun. The performance, sparked by a viewer suggestion, brought a fan’s dream to life, earning praise from Langley herself. While it won’t topple the original chart-topping hit, it’s already sparking buzz —…