Kelsea Ballerini appears to be tweaking her lyrics in the wake of her divorce from her husband, Morgan Evans, and it was all on show during her Saturday Night Live debut last weekend.
‘SNL’ Debut With A Twist
The country singer, 29, made 2022 headlines for ending her marriage to the Australian musician. Now, it looks like pop star Miley Cyrus isn’t the only one dropping anthems to the single life!
All The Single Ladies
Kelsea performed her Blindsided track, one taken from her upcoming breakup album, Rolling Up the Welcome Mat.
Razor-Sharp Dig
At the very end of her performance, and still singing, the Aerie partner added, “Now you’re singing out loud on the radio/You couldn’t say it to my face/You would’ve searched the whole world over/Yeah, sure. Ok.”
August 2022 Divorce Announcement
It was a headline-making summer as Kelsea fronted media outlets in August 2022, announcing that she was ending things with fellow singer and husband, Morgan.
Getting ‘Real And Vulnerable’
In a statement, the Hole in the Bottle hitmaker wrote, “I’ve always tried to share my life with you in a real and vulnerable way, while also protecting layers of my personal life as they unfold.”
A Matter Of Public Record
Kelsea added, “This is now public record so I wanted you to hear from me directly that I am going through a divorce.”
Sexy Bodysuit Promo
Kelsea made sure to alert her Instagram followers to her televised appearance, and she went sexy for the snaps. Twice over!
Showing Off Her Figure
A photo showed Kelsea reclining on the floor and modeling a glittery black bodysuit with a very figure-hugging finish. The Southern Belle added in sheer stockings.
Didn’t Make It Five Years
Kelsea and Morgan were married for under five years. The two met in 2016 and during a joint cohost of the CMC Awards in Australia. They got engaged that same year and married in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico in December 2017.
Valuing ‘Growth’
In her split announcement, Kelsea also touched on the concept of growth and self-improvement.
“Only in the gift of growth have I learned that in the stark and constant juxtaposition of life, living happens,” she began.
Unclenching Her Fists
The homecoming queen? singer continued, “That when I unclench my fists, undig my heels and unravel the architecture built by youth, a true metamorphosis can happen.”
He Writes ‘Over You’ Track
There’s been public beef between this former couple; all through their songs. Morgan wrote an Over You track, which Kelsea admitted made her totally mad.
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‘Livid’ Over It
Speaking on the Call Her Daddy podcast, Ballerini admitted total anger when first hearing the track, even saying that she was “livid.”
Was Managing Fine
“I had a pretty good grasp on my grieving journey until that song came out and I was livid,” she told host Alexandra Cooper.
New Boyfriend!
Kelsea may be done with her marriage, but she’s already moved on and is currently dating Outer Banks star, Chase Stokes.
They’re Having Fun
Per ET , the new couple is enjoying their time together, adding that Chase has been “super supportive” of the singer amid her divorce journey.
Is She The New Carrie Underwood?
She’s blonde, she’s got the power vocals, and she’s got the killer legs! Fans seem to think that Kelsea is the new Carrie Underwood. She is also 10 years younger than the American Idol winner.
Announces Tour
Kelsea has recently been busy promoting her Heartfirst tour, and tickets are on sale! “Third time’s a charm?! sign up for pre-sale at heartfirsttour.com,” she wrote on Instagram.
Impressive Celeb Following
Kelsea is followed by over 3 million on IG. Celeb followers include actress Reese Witherspoon and singer Carrie Underwood, as well as fashion mogul, Jessica Simpson.