From Woman's World · Deborah Evans Price · · 1m 30s
Wynonna Judd Shares Painful Truths on New Album
Wynonna Judd reveals personal struggles in her new album 'The Hard Truth' for healing.
In brief
Wynonna Judd reveals personal struggles in her new album 'The Hard Truth' for healing. Wynonna Judd's album 'The Hard Truth' addresses her past trauma and mother's suicide to inspire healing. Originally reported by Woman's World.
New Album Release
Wynonna Judd's album 'The Hard Truth' releases October 2, her first solo project in a decade.
Personal Storytelling
Wynonna says the album is deeply personal, sharing her truth to help others through pain.
“This album is so personal. I feel very vulnerable.”
Songwriting Process
Wynonna co-wrote nine of the album's ten songs with her husband Cactus Moser.
“It was cathartic. It’s important for me to share my truth with people.”
Biological Father Revelation
Wynonna learned about her biological father at age 30 while pregnant with her first child.
“My mother never told me about my real father, and I never got to meet him.”
Emotional Impact
Wynonna felt devastation when learning her mother hid her biological father's identity.
“I had everything, and when I found out about that, I felt like I had nothing.”
Song 'Girl Who Could Sing'
Wynonna wrote 'Girl Who Could Sing' about her biological father, asking if she was ever really her mother's daughter.
“Was I ever really your daughter, or just a girl who could sing?”
Mother's Suicide
Wynonna's mother died by suicide on April 30, 2022, the day before the Country Music Hall of Fame induction.
“I’m proud of myself for showing up the next day after Mom killed herself.”
Daughter's Addiction
Wynonna's daughter Grace struggles with addiction, featured in the song 'Drive' about her prison visit.
“The song 'Drive' is about my daughter being in prison, and me going to visit her.”
Authentic Production
The album uses minimal production techniques, with live vocals and no autotune.
“We didn’t use autotune, and we didn’t use all the stuff that we have today, technically.”
Granddaughter Kaliyah
Wynonna raises her four-year-old granddaughter Kaliyah without internet, focusing on outdoor activities.
“She’s four. We’re always playing on the swings and fishing down at the lake.”
Healing Through Faith
Wynonna credits faith and her support network for overcoming her pain and trauma.
“Everything I see and hear about the Word of God, He’s with me, and I know that I’m not alone.”
The headline
Wynonna Judd's album 'The Hard Truth' addresses her past trauma and mother's suicide to inspire healing.
