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Alabama singer who sang ‘I Am Not Okay’ responds to Reba’s unexpected exit from The Voice

Lauren-Michael Sellers, a powerhouse singer from Alabama, stunned audiences with her rendition of Jelly Roll’s “I Am Not Okay” during the Knockouts on The Voice Season 26. Her emotionally charged performance earned her a standing ovation from the audience and high praise from coaches Niall Horan and John Legend, as well as guest mentor Lainey Wilson, who called her voice “a force to be reckoned with.” Despite this, coach Reba McEntire made the controversial decision not to select Sellers for the live shows, a move that left fans and critics baffled.

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The elimination sparked outrage across social media, with viewers calling it one of the most shocking moments in recent seasons. Many believed Sellers was a frontrunner and took to platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram to voice their frustration. Even Jelly Roll himself expressed admiration for Sellers, commenting on her performance during a concert shortly after the episode aired.

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Sellers, 35, admitted that the decision was a tough pill to swallow. “I felt like I had delivered one of my best performances,” she shared in an interview. “Hearing the audience and the coaches’ feedback, I truly thought I had a shot.” Originally from Alabama, Sellers relocated to Nashville to pursue her career as a singer-songwriter, balancing her passion for music with a deep love for her Southern roots.

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Despite the setback, Sellers remains optimistic about her future. She has received an outpouring of support from fans, including messages encouraging her to release original music. Sellers is already working on new material and hinted at plans for an upcoming EP. “This experience has shown me how much people connect with my music,” she said. “It’s been heartbreaking, but it’s also lit a fire in me to keep going.”

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