Miranda Lambert always brings the heat at her live shows, but apparently, her fans can get a little too fired up—sometimes in unexpected ways.
In a candid chat with Cowboys & Indians magazine a while back, Miranda shared how tricky it can be to build the perfect setlist when you have as many hits as she does. It’s all about timing: when to kick up the energy, when to slow it down, and how to balance the high-energy bangers with the heartfelt ballads that fans love. Songs like “Kerosene” and “Gunpowder & Lead” remain mainstays because they’re such big parts of her story—and the crowd’s favorites too.
But here’s the twist: Miranda revealed that she had to shuffle the order of some songs—not because of the usual flow, but because “Mama’s Broken Heart” was sparking actual fights among fans. Yes, fights! This fiery, upbeat anthem was getting crowds so worked up that it would sometimes lead to drama, especially when it came right before or after the tender “The House That Built Me.” Miranda explained she’d even have to wait for the crowd to calm down before starting that emotional ballad.
So, how are people getting into fights at a Miranda Lambert show during “Mama’s Broken Heart”? It’s a breakup song with a whole lot of attitude, so maybe it’s that sassy energy clashing with the crowd’s passion. To handle this, Miranda moved the song toward the end of her setlist, into what she calls the “final push”—a high-energy sequence that ends the night with a bang. This way, if any sparks fly, the show can just keep rolling.
“Mama’s Broken Heart,” written by Brandy Clark, Shane McAnally, and Kacey Musgraves, has become a certified 3× Platinum hit since its 2013 release, and it’s still a concert highlight. Whether you love the fiery live energy or the studio version, it’s clear this song brings all the sass—and sometimes, a little chaos—to the party. And if you want to hear something cool, check out Kacey Musgraves’ original demo—it’s a great listen!
