There are countless themes in country music. But one of the most important is authenticity. From the inspiration behind their songs to the lives they portray on social media, fans expect artists to be the real deal. And while Ella Langley has spent years breaking into the industry, the country star faced unusual backlash after an online critic suggested she was faking her guitar skills. Although some singers might let the comment go, Langley quickly fired back, completely obliterating the troll.
The internet has become somewhat of a safe place to hurl insults or accusations without consequences. While this power granted people the ability to say or write whatever they wanted, Langley had no problem defending herself. The moment came when she posted a video of herself playing the guitar for her hit song “Broken.”
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In the video, Langley performed alongside her lead guitarist, Ben Flanders. While the country singer was having a moment on stage, one fan wrote, “Ella isn’t even playing the guitar.” Although not the worst comment to come from the internet, it only took a few hours for Langley to write back, “How’s your moms basement?”
Fans Rally Behind Ella Langley: “Disrespect My Girl”
Most would be thrilled to read a comment from Langley, but for the critic, the interaction likely didn’t go the way they expected. And it didn’t stop there. After the singer offered her opinion on the person, fans followed right behind her.
“Why is it always the accounts hiding behind a pic other than themselves that talk the most crap behind their keyboards….”
“Bro she’s playing rhythm, really not that hard. The dude on the left is playing all the main notes, Ella is just keeping rhythm, which is pretty easy to do in nails too.”
“Disrespect my girl again, I dare you.”
Other fans were shocked that Langley even commented on the original post. “Bro, there’s no way Ella said that to you dawg.”
While making her way to the top of the charts and country music, Langley proved that she isn’t about to stay quiet when it comes to online criticism. Instead of ignoring the troll, the singer met the comment head-on and reminded fans that she’s more than willing to clap back when needed, especially if that person lives in their mother’s basement.
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