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Kelsea Ballerini is revealing that she originally sang on a Jonas Brothers song before being replaced!

The 30-year-old country singer has been very busy as of late, as she released her fifth studio album, Rolling Up the Welcome mat (For Good), in August, and just received her fourth Grammy nomination!

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Kelsea shared that she was slated to feature on the Jonas Brothers‘ recent single, “Strong Enough” instead of Bailey Zimmerman, who sings on the released version of the track.

The “Subject to Change” singer shared the news during an “ask me anything” series on her Instagram Stories posted on Friday (November 17).

One user asked: “jonas brothers collab when,” and Kelsea replied: “to be so honest, i was on strong enough but did indeed get replaced hahahaha. but bailey is sick.”

Kelsea didn’t explain the reason behind her scrapped feature, but we hope to...

Kelsea Ballerini took the stage at the 2023 CMA Awards to perform her vulnerable breakup song “Leave Me Again.” With just her voice and her acoustic guitar, she delivered one of the highlight performances of the evening, an understated gem that further proved Ballerini is gliding into her superstar era.

“Leave Me Again” comes off the country musician’s surprise EP, Rolling Up the Welcome Mat, which arrived in February. The collection of divorce-inspired songs, which was released alongside a short film, followed Ballerini’s 2022 album Subject to Change. “Leave Me...

Kelsea Ballerini is stealing the show on the 2023 People’s Choice Country Awards red carpet!

The 30-year-old country star stunned with a sleek and shiny black dress, as she posed for photos and spoke with reporters prior to inaugural event at the Grand Ole Opry House on Thursday (September 28) in Nashville, Tenn.

When asked by Extra about the rumored romance between Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce, the “Subject to Change” singer responded, “I love Travis. We did SNL together. I love Taylor. We were close for many years. I want happiness for everyone, so vibe!”

It seems like Taylor‘s potential new relationship has Kelsea‘s full support!

Kelsea also commented on her current boyfriend, Chase Stokes, who was not present at Thursday’s People’s Choice Country Awards due to his work schedule.

“He was here for rehearsals. It was his first time at the Opry, so it was...

Kelsea Ballerini celebrated her 30th birthday Tuesday, Sept. 12, with a debut performance at the 2023 MTV Video Music Awards, delivering a stripped-down rendition of ‘Penthouse’ off Rolling Up the Welcome Mat (For Good).

The country star serenaded the audience from the VMAs’ outdoor stage with a moving performance backed by a pianist and full string section. Standing in a flowing white gown, Ballerini effortlessly ran through the emotional song while the audience sang every word back to her. Ahead of the bridge, the Tennessee native paused to switch into a black mini dress.

Kelsea Ballerini and Chase Stokes made their debut as a couple at the CMT Awards on April 2 at the Moody Center in Austin, TX. Ballerini, who cohosted the event with fellow country singer Kane Brown, walked the red carpet hand in hand with Stokes. The pair were also snapped sharing an embrace backstage. See the pictures from their night ahead.

Speculation about Ballerini and Stokes dating started back in January when he shared a carousel of Instagram photos that included a stealth shot of her. Five days later, Stokes told TMZ that Ballerini is a "sweet girl" and confirmed they were "having a good time" together. Stokes finally confirmed they're an official couple once and for all during a March 3 appearance on the "Today" show.

Ballerini, meanwhile, opened up about how their connection grew online in a February interview with the "Call Her Daddy" podcast. "His handle is 'hichasestokes' and I just said,...

During the opening monologue at Sunday night’s CMT Music Awards, broadcast from Austin on CBS, there was a comedic bit in which Kelsea Ballerini and Kane Brown exchanged anniversary presents to celebrate their cohosting of the show for the third consecutive time. Brown gave Ballerini a cowboy hat, and she reciprocated by giving him a pink hat to put on in return. At least a few audience members shared a joke about the exchange: By wearing pink, would Brown be breaking Tennessee’s recently passed law that some believe would ban most drag performances in the state, if they were back home?

That was a “just kidding” response to the silliness of the hosts’ monologue. But Ballerini really went there later in the three-hour telecast, when she chose four “RuPaul’s Drag Race” queens to perform with her as she sang “If You Go Down (I’m Goin’ Down Too).” That song,...

Country singer Kelsea Ballerini surprised fans when she released a new EP titled Rolling Up the Welcome Mat on Feb. 14. With the mini-album, Ballerini explores the emotions she felt regarding her divorce from Australian country singer Morgan Evans. “Leave Me Again” is the last song on Rolling Up the Welcome Mat. Here’s a look at the lyrics and meaning behind the song.

Kelsea Ballerini | Terry Wyatt/Getty Images Kelsea Ballerini sings to herself in ‘Leave Me Again’

With each song on Rolling Up the Welcome Mat, Ballerini comes to a different realization about herself and her marriage.

In the EP’s first track, “Mountain With a View,” Ballerini realizes that her marriage is not meant to last. Meanwhile, in “Blindsided,” Ballerini wonders how her partner did not realize the marriage was not working.

When one first sees the title of “Leave Me Again” and combines that with the message...

Kelsea Ballerini has a Valentine’s Day surprise for the lovers and brokenhearted alike, as the singer-songwriter just released her new Rolling Up the Welcome Mat EP and an accompanying short film. The project follows Ballerini’s 2022 album Subject to Change.

The intimate, six-song collection doesn’t explicitly mention her marriage and 2022 divorce from fellow artist Morgan Evans, but it’s clear those life-altering events have shaped these songs in numerous ways. In a song called “Just Married,” she notes, “It felt like forever that December 2,” her and Evans’ real-life wedding date,...