American Songwriter
Megan Moroney Says She Got “Death Threats” Over Her Breakout College Football-I…
Megan Moroney only thought knew how fierce college football fans were capable of being before she released "Tennessee Orange."
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Megan Moroney's "Tennessee Orange" Bridges Football Rivalries with Love
Country music star Megan Moroney recently discussed the origins of her chart-topping single "Tennessee Orange" during an appearance on "Late Night with Seth Meyers." The song, which has resonated with fans across the nation, draws inspiration from the intense college football rivalry between the Georgia Bulldogs and the Tennessee Volunteers. Moroney, a self-proclaimed Georgia fan, recounted a humorous anecdote about moving to Nashville and finding herself in a Tennessee Volunteers shirt. "My mom would absolutely kill me right now if she saw me in this gaudy orange," Moroney quipped, highlighting the depth of loyalty associated with these teams. She explained that this personal experience of navigating a new relationship amidst conflicting team allegiances sparked the idea for the song, transforming a potential rivalry into a unique love story. The artist revealed that the song's premise, "I like this dude enough to like, not wear Georgia red," resonated strongly with listeners, even leading to playful "death threats" from passionate fans. This candid revelation underscores the fervor surrounding college football in the South and how deeply it is woven into the fabric of personal and regional identity. Moroney's ability to capture such a specific cultural dynamic in a broadly appealing love song demonstrates her insightful songwriting and connection with her audience.
