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Ella Langley Reflects on Performing with Morgan Wallen
4/19/2026, 12:58:31 AM
Onstage Challenges and Anxiety
Ella Langley, a 26-year-old country singer, recently opened up about her experiences performing alongside Morgan Wallen during his "I’m the Problem Tour." In an appearance on Theo Von's "This Past Weekend" podcast, Langley candidly discussed the anxiety she faced while performing Wallen's hit song "What I Want," a collaboration with Tate McRae. She revealed that she often struggled to remember the lyrics, leading to significant pre-performance nerves. "I’ve never been so nervous to go out and do something," Langley stated, emphasizing the pressure of performing in front of large audiences.
Langley shared that she would practice the song for days to memorize the lyrics, even resorting to writing them on her hand during a performance in Madison, Wisconsin. The experience of walking out on stage with Wallen, surrounded by smoke and bright lights, heightened her anxiety. "You get one shot at it," she explained, highlighting the intensity of performing live.
A Humorous Turn of Events
Despite the pressure, Langley found moments of humor in her performances. Wallen, known for his playful demeanor, would often tease her about her lyric flubs. However, during one of their final performances together, Wallen himself made a mistake, which Langley found amusing. "He was just like, 'You can’t come out here and mess this up again,'" she recalled, noting that his error allowed her to feel a sense of camaraderie. Wallen later claimed he had messed up on purpose to ease her nerves, a statement Langley found hard to believe given his visible frustration.
Langley's Rising Career
Ella Langley's music career has gained momentum through social media, where she initially built her following by sharing cover songs on platforms like TikTok and Instagram. Her EP "Excuse the Mess," released in 2023, helped solidify her fan base, featuring early hits such as "If You Have To" and "Country Boy's Dream Girl." Langley achieved mainstream recognition with her collaboration on "You Look Like You Love Me" with Riley Green, which went viral and garnered millions of streams.
In August 2024, she released her debut studio album, "Hungover," and was honored with the ACM New Female Artist of the Year award in April 2025, presented by her friend Miranda Lambert. Langley’s second studio album, "Dandelion," was released on April 10, further establishing her presence in the country music scene.
Official Statements & Responses
Ella Langley expressed her gratitude for the opportunities she has received and the support from fellow artists like Morgan Wallen and Miranda Lambert. Her experiences on stage have not only shaped her performances but also contributed to her growth as an artist.
Verbatim Quotes
- “When I did ‘What I Want’ with Morgan, I messed up the words almost every single time,” — Ella Langley, Country Singer
- “You get up and then, here you go, you get one shot at it,” — Ella Langley, Country Singer
Ella Langley's journey reflects the challenges and triumphs of a rising artist navigating the pressures of live performances and the support of established musicians in the industry.
