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Ella Langley Returns to the Stage After a Month of Healing
Country breakout star Ella Langley is back in the spotlight after a short but meaningful pause in her whirlwind year.
A Meteoric Rise
The 26-year-old Hope Hull, Alabama native skyrocketed in 2024 with her viral duet “You Look Like You Love Me” alongside Riley Green, followed by her solo hit “Weren’t for the Wind.” Her rapid ascent was crowned at the 60th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, where she walked away with five trophies, including New Female Artist of the Year.
Hitting Pause
In August, Langley surprised fans by canceling her remaining shows for the month, explaining she needed time to heal her “mind, body and heart.” The decision, while unexpected, was met with support from fans who admired her openness about mental and emotional well-being.
Triumphant Return in Madison, Illinois
On September 7, Langley made her comeback at the Confluence Music Festival at World Wide Technology Raceway. Before launching into “Girl You’re Taking Home,” she shared heartfelt reflections on the break:
“Every day that I wake up, I know I’m doing the thing that I’m supposed to be doing, and I’m so grateful for that,” she told the crowd.
“Recently, over my break, one of my biggest takeaways was, I’m so grateful for the girl that went through those things… because now I’m the woman that I am because of her.”
Embracing Her Past
Langley explained that performing “Girl You’re Taking Home” lets her reconnect with that earlier version of herself:
“Get the why’s out of the way,” she said. “So I can be the woman that is standing here in front of you.”
Looking Ahead
With her month of rest behind her, Ella Langley is ready to give it her all onstage again. Her candid remarks and powerful performance in Madison signaled not just a return to touring, but a renewed sense of purpose—proving that even rising stars shine brighter after a little time to heal.
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