Colorado singer Ingrid Andress has to go to rehab after singing Derby anthem

Phil Mayer and Michael Bartiromo

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(KRON) — Ingrid Andress’s performance of the national anthem at the 2024 Home Run Derby on Monday night went viral for all the wrong reasons.

During his pre-show performance at Globe Life Field in North Texas, the country singer and four-time Grammy nominee delivered a rendition that sparked criticism on social media, with some users calling it the “worst” performance in recent memory.

“I’m so sorry, I’m sure Ingrid Andress is a wonderful person, but that was one of the worst national anthems I’ve ever heard in my life,” wrote Sports Illustrated writer Alex Carr. on X.

Andress, who grew up in Colorado, addressed her critics on Tuesday, saying she was drunk during the performance and would check herself into rehab.

“I’m not going to talk – guys, I was drunk last night,” she wrote in asTbreathing posted on her official X account. “I’m checking myself into a facility today to get the help I need.”

She also apologized to her fans, the league and “this country that I love so much for this portrayal,” she said.

“I’m going to tell you all what rehab is like,” she ended her message. “I hear it’s a lot of fun.”

The singer’s revelation was met with support on the Internet.

“What you are doing takes courage. You are taking a big step towards improvement and well-being,” said one X user wrote.

“It takes a lot of backbone to own it,” another said. “Good luck with your recovery.”

Andress, 32, began her songwriting career in Nashville, writing songs for artists across all genres, including Bebe Rexha’s “Girl in the Mirror,” Halestorm’s “Conflicted” and the critically acclaimed “Boys,” which became an international hit for British singer Charli XCX.

Soon after, she signed a deal with Warner Music Nashville and Atlantic Records for her own music and released her debut album, Lady Like, in 2020. Her breakthrough single, “More Hearts Than Mine,” followed the release, peaking at number 30 on the Billboard Hot 100 and staying on the chart for 20 weeks.

In 2021, she released her second most successful song to date, the country radio favorite “Wishful Drinking,” a collaboration with singer Sam Hunt. The song also spent 20 weeks on the charts, peaking at number 47.

Her second album “Good Person” was released in 2022.

Andress’ song “Colorado 9” is scheduled to be released on July 24. Tickets are no longer available for a concert scheduled for that date in Denver.

The Associated Press contributed to this report.