Darci Lynne: A New Stage 

Darci Lynne Farmer was just 12-years old when she charmed audiences on the America’s Got Talent (AGT) stage. Her mastery of ventriloquism was a surprise, but her versatility as a singer who could yodel, sing opera, croon jazz, and belt country music—with her mouth closed—helped seal her win on AGT in 2017. 

Last May, the hometown celebrity graduated from Deer Creek High School. While she’s trying to forge her way into a music career, her audience is trying to adjust to the fact that she’s no longer 12. “I’m like any other 19-year-old trying to figure out life,” Darci Lynne said. Unlike most 19-year-olds, however, she spent her teen years touring the country, headlining in Vegas, making television appearances, and co-starring in the 2022 movie, A Cowgirl’s Song. 

The AGT Stage 

In February, Darci Lynne was invited for one of many repeat performances on the AGT stage, this time as a Fantasy League contestant. “It was crazy different being on that stage from when I was 12,” Darci Lynne said. “Back then, I had no expectations of where it might lead. It feels different now.” 

Against the judge’s advice, Darci Lynne began to ease away from her puppets, and on February 5th, she boldly walked onto the stage by herself and introduced the world to the release of her first solo single, “Push Our Luck.” Although some reacted with dismay, most applauded her decision to embrace her next stage as a performer. “I’m not closing the door on puppets, but I am opening another door and trying something new,” Darci Lynne said. 

The Experimental Stage 

Darci Lynne grew up loving a broad range of musical styles, which she shared through the personalities of her puppets. During the pandemic, she began learning piano and guitar, and she experimented with composing. Shortly afterward, she met Oklahoma recording artists Maggie McClure and Shane Henry during the filming of A Cowgirl’s Song. With their help, one of her songs, “Just Breathe,” was added to the soundtrack. 

The team also helped her bring “Push Our Luck” to the finish line, along with Nashville sound engineer, Stephen Leiweke. The song’s coming-of-age storyline is based on the true-life experience of when Darci Lynne and her former boyfriend pushed the curfew boundary. The song clearly leans into her love of country music, but Darci Lynne is not ready to be locked into the genre just yet. 

“One day I’ll write a country rock song, and the next day I’m writing soulful pop,” Darci Lynne said. “Honestly, my songs just come out of me, based on things that I’ve experienced. I’m still figuring out which sound I like best.” 

The Grounding Stage 

Recently, Darci Lynne and her best friend moved into their own place. “We didn’t realize how hard it was to live on our own, but we’re learning together,” Darci Lynne said. Although she plans to visit Nashville and immerse herself in the music scene more often, she loves her Oklahoma roots. 

During the last seven years, Darci Lynne has earned many fans but also faced tough criticisms. She has relied on her biggest cheerleaders, her parents, to keep her grounded. “I grew up in a faith-based family, and that’s been crucial to getting through some hard times. My personal faith is a huge part of who I am and who I’m becoming.” 

Darci Lynne made it clear during her last AGT performance that she’s adding singer/ songwriter to her talent roster, and she’s willing to take risks for her future, a move that even Simon Cowell complimented. As Darci Lynne finished belting out her song, leaving no doubt that she was proud of her adult performance, she flashed the same sparkling smile she showed as a 12-year-old. It reminded viewers that she may be growing up, but she’s still Darci Lynne. 

“I don’t always understand it, but God placed me in entertainment for a reason, and I find peace in that. I couldn’t be more blessed.” 

Darci Lynne’s song “Push Our Luck” (and future songs) are available on Apple Music.