THE WILD PALOMINOS TURN UP THE HEAT WITH HEART OF MINE, THE FIRST SINGLE FROM THEIR UPCOMING THIRD ALBUM
The Wild Palominos make a powerful return today with Heart of Mine, the first single from their upcoming third album. One year after the release of their sophomore record Wilder, the band made up of Félix Guimond (vocals), Olivier Tanguay (drums, percussion, backing vocals), and Jérémy Boulet (acoustic guitar, backing vocals), takes a rockier turn while staying true to the 90s country spirit, with that vintage honky-tonk flair that draws listeners in from the very first notes.
“Heart of Mine” is a high-energy country-rock track, driven by bold guitar riffs, raw intensity, and a touch of emotion. It tells the story of a man scarred by a past relationship, treading carefully between the pull of new love and the fear of getting his heart broken all over again. Through vivid imagery and a gripping chorus, he reveals his longing for honesty: ready to surrender once more, but only if his heart is handled with care. Balancing rock with country roots, the song speaks to anyone who has loved, lost, and still dares to believe in love again. “Heart of Mine” also comes alive on the dance floor: Wild Boots Country Dance has created a custom line dance choreography, bringing the song’s honky-tonk vibes to life.
Review
“Heart of Mine” immediately grabs you with its 90’s-infused insistent beat and classic, country-gruff vocals.
The Wild Palominos set the scene for a high-stakes romance: the narrator is clearly smitten (“I’ll fall more and more for you”) but remains deeply scarred by the past.
The whole song hinges on its gripping chorus, which brilliantly combines rugged swagger with genuine vulnerability. Just listen to the core lyrics: “This heart of mine, now is cold as ice / It’s been dragged on the floor and torn apart / I fixed the damn thing by cracking longnecks.”
With that unforgettable image, the high-stakes moment lands perfectly: he’s giving in, and all the risk is condensed into a single, desperate request: ‘Just take care of this heart of mine.’