Nashville, TN (May 9, 2025) – Nashville recording artist Carrie Cunningham unveils her powerful new single, “Mama Strings” — an emotionally rich ballad that captures the unbreakable bond between mother and child while honoring the strength it takes to rewrite the past. With vivid, heart-tugging lyrics like ‘these unbreakable connections to your heart aren’t just little things, they’re my mama strings,’ Cunningham delivers a message of unconditional love, resilience, and hope. “During a writing session with my co-writer Diann Hammer (‘Click’ from the ‘Showgirl’ album), we started comparing ‘war stories’ about how we were raised,” says Cunningham. “We both had great examples of how not to be as a parent. We were scared to have our own children—afraid we’d repeat the cycle. ‘Mama Strings’ came from that vulnerable place of choosing to parent differently, with love, strength, and intention. We hope the song resonates with anyone who’s been brave enough to break the cycle of abuse.” Early praise for the track has already begun to pour in: “In a world filled with love songs and breakup ballads, Mama Strings stands out as something more — a tribute to resilience, to generational healing, and to the sacred, imperfect journey of motherhood. Carrie Cunningham doesn’t just sing the song; she lives it. And in doing so, she invites listeners to reflect, heal, and maybe even forgive — both their mothers and themselves.” —Nashville Socialite “Acoustic guitar strings backdrop ‘Mama Strings,’ with Carrie Cunningham’s clear vocal delivery celebrating mother and child connections, growing up, and offering a loving lifetime wish; a perfect song debut for this Mother’s Day Weekend.” —Warren Kurtz, Goldmine Magazine Produced with the warmth and raw honesty that fans have come to expect from the ‘Showgirl’ singer, “Mama Strings” offers a deeply personal story that speaks universally to parents and children alike. About Carrie Cunningham: “They say the neon lights are bright on Broadway, but that isn’t just true for New York City. Nashville recording artist Carrie Cunningham has been shining just as brightly with her Showgirl Series (Music City Melodies).” Born in Nebraska, raised in the Northwest, and now based in Nashville, Carrie has always been a bit of a nomad—driven by her love of the road and a deep-rooted passion for music. Influenced by a wide range of genres including country, jazz, classical, and Motown, Carrie “has a style all her own, almost a musical chameleon” (Zetland Country, UK). Inspired by powerhouse female artists like Miranda Lambert, Reba McEntire, Barbara Mandrell, and Donna Summer, Carrie fell in love with the stage and the thrill of live performance. A dynamic entertainer, she consistently delivers unforgettable shows. She’s been called the “Next Shania Twain” and, perhaps her favorite title, “Garth Brooks in a skirt.” Carrie’s 2017 EP Let’s Dance was named one of the Top 10 Albums by Women of Country Music. Her latest album, ‘Showgirl,’ was released in January 2021 with a new single unveiled each month. The project quickly gained momentum, landing on nearly 40 playlists and accumulating close to 400,000 streams to date. Carrie has graced over 1,000 stages and shared them with more than 50 nationally touring artists. With several chart-topping hits in Europe and an ever-growing global fan base, Carrie Cunningham continues to expand her reach—and her impact—as an artist with heart, grit, and unstoppable drive. For more information, visit www.carrielive.com and follow Carrie on Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, Spotify and Twitter. |
