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Wynonna Judd Addresses Negative Reaction to Her CMA Awards Performance

Vanessa Sterling By Vanessa Sterling
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Wynonna Judd was unfazed by critics commenting on her opening act at the CMA Awards on Wednesday, November 8. The 59-year-old singer opened the show by performing a duet with Jelly Roll on his song “Need a Favor,” but some spectators were not excited about her performance, and that’s understable. While it is generally best to steer clear of the detractors, wynonna judd performance reactions even posted a video about her stage nerves.

Wynonna Judd Performance Reactions

The “Tell Me Why” singer, who has been sharing preview videos on TikTok, stated that she was “super excited” but also “super nervous” about performing with Jelly Roll during one of the videos. “They say don’t read the comments. I read the comments. I don’t even care. I was scared. So scared.  I had no idea how nervous I was.  I looked over at Jelly Roll and I wanted him to have the best time. I could cry right now but I wont. I am a huge fan of his wynonna judd performance reactions.

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“As she explained, ”All is well” and of course she explains it as more of a “roll with the punches” type of way. “I got out there and I was so nervous I was going to just hold on for dear life.”wynonna judd performance reactionsI cannot believe I have to say this, but one of the best pieces of advice I got right before I went on stage to open the CMA was this: Number one, don’t fall. Number two, don’t s**t yourself. And number three, God forbid, if you fall, don’t s**t yourself.

Wynonna, who was on tour, stated that she was excited to return to her tour and perform the concerts for her fans.

In the end, she appeared calm regarding the entire matter.

Jelly Roll was thrilled at the CMAs. He managed to win New Artist of the Year, out of five nominations. He performed with Wynonna and also did a cover of The Judds’ song “Love Can Build a Bridge” with K. Michelle.

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