Thelma & James Release Viral Duet “Happy Ever After You”

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Nashville’s Thelma & James, MacKenzie Porter and Jake Etheridge, release viral track “Happy Ever After You.”

Nashville-based duo MacKenzie Porter and Jake Etheridge, who perform as Thelma & James, have released their viral duet, “Happy Ever After You.” This marks their first collaboration in over a decade, blending their talents into a poignant ballad about love and heartbreak.

The song went viral after the couple shared an off-the-cuff performance video, which garnered over five million views almost instantly. Fans and music stars like John Mayer, Luke Combs, and Brandi Carlile praised the track, urging its official release.

The chorus captures the song’s emotional core:
“I got a hole in my heart damn near the size of Texas and I think you left it
I got a picture of you and me circa 2019
Don’t know why I kept it
I got a story I tell myself until my face is in the blue
But I got no happy ever after you.”

“We’ve always kept our music careers separate,” the duo shared, “but sometimes the best inspiration is right under your nose. We’re thrilled to share this song with the world.”

“Happy Ever After You” follows a remarkable year for Porter, including the release of her debut album and touring with Keith Urban.

The single is now available on all streaming platforms, showcasing the heartfelt connection and chemistry of Thelma & James.