Michigan-born country singer Ingrid Andress is currently trying to prove that redemption is possible with hard work, humility, and a willingness to get better and try again.

Over the weekend she took to the national stage to face what would be most people’s worst fear: trying to redeem yourself after looking like a hot mess on the national stage. Most of us would want to hide, but she came back to face it head on.

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In case you missed it: Ingrid faced some pretty heavy criticism for a shaky and intoxicated performance of the National Anthem back at the 2024 MLB Home Run Derby.

The performance went so bad that it went hyper viral and after a public apology, the singer checked herself into rehab.

Her recent performance at a Colorado Avalanche game left Fans and critics cheering on her rendition, and some even going as far as to call it “iconic”. Not only was it a true showcase of her vocal ability, it was a statement: Ingrid Andress had taken the time to reflect, grow, and come back stronger than ever and it shows!

Some folks may have been nervous when they heard she would be making a return but this time she did it flawlessly, nailing every note.

Following the original MLB incident, Ingrid Andress took a break from the spotlight, focusing on personal growth and her musical journey. That time away seems to have paid off.

Not only has she redeemed herself on stage, but she’s also released a deeply personal new song titled Footprints. The moody piano-driven ballad was written for her younger siblings and gives fans an intimate look at her emotional journey over the past year.

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Her comeback is a reminder that while everyone stumbles, but it’s how you rise that truly matters. She’s proven that she’s not just a talented artist but a resilient one—capable of facing mistakes, learning from them, and moving forward with grace. If this performance is any indication of what’s to come, she’s just getting started on a powerful new chapter in her career.

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