Premiered By Whiskey Riff
NASHVILLE, Tenn. – Known for her powerful vocals, viral videos, and genuine connection with fans, Karen Waldrup is back with her new single, “All That Mess,” available today and premiered by Whiskey Riff. Co-written by Waldrup and fellow songwriter Darcie Morin, the song takes on the all-too-familiar habit of playing it safe just to keep from “rufflin’ feathers.” With honest lyrics and a relatable sound, Waldrup encourages listeners to stop worrying about pleasing everyone else and start standing up for their own happiness, goals, and success. “All That Mess” is a reminder that keeping the peace isn’t always worth holding yourself back, and sometimes you have to be willing to take a chance, speak your mind, walk away from toxic and dishonest situations, and do what’s right for you.
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The Hollywood Times had the opportunity to speak with Karen earlier this morning. “All That Mess” is a song that will resonate with people worldwide. I’m sure it will touch their hearts and remind them not to sweat the small stuff—life is too short for all that mess! Judy Shields, The Hollywood Times
Enjoy our conversation:
Karen discussed her song “All That Mess,” explaining that it’s about choosing authenticity over dealing with difficult situations, whether in relationships, work, or personal life. She emphasized the powerful lyric “life’s too short to worry about what they say, to hide your truth and dim your flame,” highlighting the importance of being real rather than misunderstood.
Karen said she co-wrote the with novelist Darcy Morin during a difficult time in her life when she was going through divorce and experiencing financial exploitation. She described October 30th as an important date marking one year since filing for divorce, which she considers her “Independence Day” for regaining her wellness and life. Karen mentioned that she and her team have been touring the song throughout the year as part of their “No Way Back” record, and plans to continue touring in 2027 while also preparing new songs for the upcoming year.
Karen discussed her hobbies and leisure activities, including walking on the lake with her dog, shooting pool, dancing, and attending live music performances. She explained that shooting pool provides her with an escape from her constant focus on results-driven activities. Karen also mentioned her plans for Halloween and Thanksgiving, including a trip to Texas to see her sister and visiting family in South Carolina for Christmas.
Karen discussed her website where boxes are available for pre-order in the shop section, and mentioned an upcoming Cyber Live event on November 30th at 7pm where she will sign and hang out with fans. The conversation also included a discussion about holiday ornaments, where Karen shared her evolving perspective on collecting them. The interview concluded with plans to share the content on the Hollywood Times YouTube channel and social media.
To read Waldrup’s recent feature with Fox News Digital, visit HERE.
“Life is too short to have people around you that don’t tell the truth, make life harder than it needs to be, and add weight and chaos to your life. ‘All That Mess’ is the ultimate power anthem for anyone who’s simply had enough.” – Karen Waldrup
“All That Mess” Lyrics
I used to shrink to fit their ideas
Say “yes, ma’am” and fold like a tortilla
Played it nice, played it small
Just to keep from rufflin’ feathers at all
But I lost pieces tryin’ to please
And that kind of livin’ ain’t livin’ for me
You learn real quick when you get burned
Some things just ain’t worth the hurt
Life’s too short to worry ‘bout what they say
To hide your truth and dim your flame
Ain’t got time for playin’ roles
For countin’ likes or chasin’ gold
You can’t win when you lose yourself
Trying to be somebody else
Well I’m done with tryin’ to impress
Life’s too short for all that mess
Following her recent feature in Fox News Digital, Waldrup continues to release new music as she puts the finishing touches on her upcoming album. Her songwriting draws from real-life experiences, faith, and the emotions that come with navigating life’s ups and downs, resulting in positive feel-good songs that connect with listeners on a personal level. Among them is the heartfelt “Keeping The Faith,” accompanied by a powerful music video inspired by Waldrup’s own journey of leaning on her faith through major life changes, including a difficult divorce.
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More About Karen Waldrup:
Karen Waldrup is an internationally recognized Country Soul artist with over 1 million fans online and more than 400 million video views. A Top 5 finalist on Season 25 of NBC’s The Voice, she’s been featured in major outlets like Billboard, Rolling Stone, PEOPLE, Netflix, The Hallmark Channel, and more. She’s a BMI songwriter, a member of the Recording Academy (NARAS), CMA, and a proud partner with Mission of Hope: Haiti. Waldrup has won twelve Nashville Industry Music Awards, received the 2019 Torch Award from the Keith Whitley Fingerprint on Country Music Awards, and was named a 2023 Top 5 Artist to Watch by Country Evolution. With seven studio albums and over 50 songs released worldwide, she continues to make her mark on the country music scene.
Her debut album JUSTIFIED, produced by Garth Fundis (Trisha Yearwood, Don Williams, Alabama), appeared on four Billboard charts and featured “Sometimes He Does,” which was praised in Rolling Stone and named “Disc of the Day” by Robert Oermann. Waldrup has performed in over 15 countries, blending classic country with Louisiana soul. Her 2022 album Kendall County Road, produced by Grammy winners Paul Worley and Biff Watson, includes songs written with WWII veteran Jim Martin and a duet with Wendy Moten. She recently released singles including “Louisiana Hurricane,” “Fix It,” “Blue Cowboy Boots,” “Good Guy,” “Keeping The Faith,” “Best Friends & Lemon Drops,” “Just In Case,” and her current single, “All That Mess,” which is out now.
