Morgan Wallen cleared to sing again after doctors ordered six weeks of vocal rest
Morgan Wallen announced on Wednesday, June 7, that he has been cleared to sing again following a period of medical vocal rest. The country artist had to cancel six weeks of shows after being advised by doctors to rest his voice. In an Instagram story he posted a photo of himself sitting in a boat and shared the simple message: “Also, the doc cleared me to talk and sing… we back.”
Earlier incidents forced the abrupt cancellation of a concert in Mississippi at the end of April, just minutes before he was due onstage. Initial speculation included a range of explanations, but the singer later confirmed that the problem was related to his vocal health. After returning to tour for three shows in early May, Wallen said he began to feel worse and sought further evaluation.
Doctors ordered six weeks of vocal rest
Wallen shared details of the diagnosis on Instagram. He said that after taking ten days of rest he performed three shows, but by the third performance he felt “terrible.” He underwent a scope exam at the Vanderbilt Voice Center and learned that he had re‑injured his vocal cords and was diagnosed with vocal fold trauma. Medical advice from the specialists was to observe a strict period of voice rest for six weeks, with minimal speaking. He acknowledged the difficulty of the instruction but committed to following the doctors’ guidance.
In the same update, Wallen also noted another physical concern that had affected him on the road: he reported tearing his LAT muscle while in Australia and indicated that the time off would help him recover physically as well as vocally. He apologized to fans, pledged to reschedule any canceled dates, and announced that he would miss the upcoming Academy of Country Music Awards as a result of his recovery plan.
The decision to pause performances and adhere to vocal rest reflects the serious nature of vocal fold injuries. For singers, following medical guidance and allowing sufficient healing time are crucial to avoid long‑term damage. Wallen’s team worked to rearrange affected tour dates while keeping fans updated through social media and official channels.
Although physicians initially recommended a full six weeks of rest, Wallen recovered more quickly than anticipated. After roughly four weeks away from full singing duties, he received medical clearance to resume talking and performing. He shared the positive update directly with followers, expressing relief and readiness to return to the stage.
Wallen’s next scheduled concert following his recovery is listed as June 22 at Wrigley Field in Chicago, where he is slated to perform with supporting acts HARDY, ERNEST and Bailey Zimmerman. With his return confirmed, fans and ticket holders can expect the performer to pick up his tour activities and move forward with rescheduled dates where necessary.
This episode underscores how unpredictable touring life can be for vocalists and the importance of prompt medical attention when voice problems arise. Wallen’s willingness to follow medical advice, accept short‑term disruption, and communicate transparently with his audience helped manage expectations and protect his long‑term vocal health. As he returns to performing, many observers will be watching to see how he eases back into a full schedule and continues to balance recovery with a demanding tour calendar.
Fans and industry observers have responded with messages of support and relief at the news that Wallen is cleared to sing. The coming weeks will reveal how he manages voice care while resuming live shows, but for now the immediate concern—recovery from vocal fold trauma—appears to be moving in a positive direction.