Miranda Lambert Takes the Stage with a Bold Move That Sends Fans Into a Frenzy, Throwing in a Sly Twist to Little Red Wagon Lyrics and Proving Once Again She Is a Fearless Queen Who Keeps the Drama Alive!

Miranda Lambert has given us countless unforgettable moments at the ACM Awards, but few have stirred the conversation quite like the time she playfully threw shade at her ex-husband, Blake Shelton. During one memorable performance, Miranda ignited the stage with a medley of rousing hits, including “Kerosene” and “Gunpowder and Lead.” Yet, it was her spontaneous twist on the classic “Little Red Wagon” that truly stole the show. Instead of singing the familiar line “I live in Oklahoma,” Miranda boldly transformed it into “I got the hell out of Oklahoma.”

For fans in the know, the lyric was a clear, cheeky nod aimed at Blake, an Oklahoma native. Though she had been performing the altered lyric for a while, it was the first time she did so with Blake present, heightening the drama as everyone eagerly scanned the room for his reaction. Even if some may view it as a playful moment of pettiness, there was an undeniable fire in Miranda’s performance that only added to her enduring appeal. After all, when an artist reinventing a well-known tune sends a message with such gusto, it only reinforces her reputation as a true original with a keen sense of timing and attitude.

Yet, amidst the sparks, there remains a softer side to the relationship between Miranda and Blake. Their shared history isn’t defined solely by playful barbs. The duo co-wrote the heartfelt song “Over You,” which held significant personal meaning as it memorialized Blake’s late brother. Miranda once described the track as a moment of mutual healing, something that helped mend wounds and comfort a grieving family. It stands as a poignant counterpoint to the heated energy of their more contentious interactions and reminds us that behind the onstage theatrics lies a complex tapestry of shared experiences and lasting bonds.

Another moment that showcased Miranda’s fearless authenticity came at the 2012 ACM Awards when she didn’t hesitate to criticize Ashton Kutcher’s ill-fated appearance. Clad in a cowboy clown ensemble, Kutcher’s awkward attempt at covering George Strait’s “I Cross My Heart” before introducing the Female Vocalist nominees left many country fans bewildered. His performance was widely regarded as an insult to the genre rather than a sincere tribute, and Miranda was vocal in her disapproval, later labeling it a “dumb moment in ACM history.” The incident, which raised questions about the intrusion of outsiders into the traditionally insular world of country music, underscored Miranda’s commitment to the authenticity of the genre. Yet, in a surprising twist just a month later at the Kentucky Derby, she revealed that Kutcher, despite his previous misstep, harbored a genuine love for real country music—an admission that helped to temper the earlier criticism.

These moments, charged with attitude and authenticity, are just a few highlights from Miranda’s storied history with the ACM Awards. As the 59th Annual ACM Awards approaches, set to stream exclusively on Prime Video from the Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, on Thursday, May 16th at 8 p.m. EST, fans and critics alike eagerly await what new surprises and memorable moments Miranda and her peers will deliver. Her ability to balance sharp wit with heartfelt vulnerability continues to define her legacy in the country music world, leaving us all eagerly anticipating the next chapter in her remarkable career.