The album 'The Willie Nelson Family' was released on November 19, 2021, under the Legacy Recordings label. It is a collaborative project featuring several members of Willie Nelson's family, including his children Lukas, Micah, Paula, and Amy Nelson, as well as his wife Annie. The record was recorded at Pedernales Recording Studio in Spicewood, Texas, and at Steve Chadie's studio in Austin.
The album blends original songs with covers of gospel and country classics, reflecting the Nelson family's musical tradition. Production was handled by Willie Nelson alongside Steve Chadie and Mickey Raphael, and the record was conceived as a celebration of family unity during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Critical reception was positive, highlighting the warmth and authenticity of the family performances. The album reached number 1 on the Billboard Gospel Albums chart and number 39 on the Billboard 200. It includes tracks such as 'Heaven and Hell', 'I'll Fly Away', and 'Keep on the Sunny Side'.