Seventeen-year-old aspiring journalist Darren Purchase, a lifelong country music fan, embarks on a journey to uncover the mysteries surrounding country music legend Decklee Cassel and her former songwriter partner, Mickenlee Hooper. At Decklee's televised funeral, an expected time capsule is found empty, sparking a scavenger hunt with clues leading to a hidden cash prize. Darren sees this as her chance to break a significant story, even if it involves a spontaneous road trip with her coworker Kendall. Flashbacks to 1963 reveal the early days of Decklee's pursuit of fame, aided by Mickenlee's compelling lyrics. As their relationship grows, it begins to jeopardize everything Decklee has fought for, setting the stage for sacrifices and revelations. Told through alternating perspectives, "Every Time You Hear That Song" intertwains the personal and professional lives of its complex characters, set against the backdrop of the country music scene.