New music from Brian Falduto: Why’d You Come in Here Lookin’ Like That
The latest release from Brian Falduto is a cover of the Dolly Parton classic, Why’d You Come In Here Lookin’ Like That.
“As far as I’m concerned, we all belong in country music…” says Falduto. “White, black, straight, gay – country music is about storytelling and it’s time we hear some new stories.”
Brian Falduto first gained fame playing the role of Fancy Pants in the 2003 film, School of Rock. The intense focus on the effeminate mannerisms he displayed in the film had a major impact on how Falduto navigated his sexuality.
“Mine is a story of what happens when society attaches a label on something they don’t understand in order to avoid their own discomfort…” reflects Falduto, who now speaks candidly about his coming out journey – sharing his story to help others.
Falduto released his first country music song in 2023. It’s a style of music that has garnered him a strong audience response. In his live shows, he regularly includes covers of Dolly Parton tracks.
“People forget this song is about a player…” says Falduto, reflecting on the story told in the song. “The cowboy is charming but doesn’t treat his lover so right. In my twenties I was always chasing attractive but unavailable men who were incapable of an authentic connection.”
The music video for Falduto’s version of Why’d You Come in Here Lookin’ Like That was filmed in New York City – it features Dan Amboyer as the cowboy.
“I love that Brian is taking a classic Dolly song and flipping it, making it his own…” says Amboyer. “There’s a perception that gays are urban-centric and that country music isn’t for us, but that’s not my experience. My husband grew up on a cattle ranch. I grew up with pet chickens and pulling bullfrogs out of creeks.”
Brian Falduto’s “Why’d You Come in Here Lookin’ Like That” is available on Spotify, Apple Music, and all streaming platforms.