“Keith Urban, 57, Alters Love-Song Lyrics Mid-Show — Drops Nicole Kidman Line to Name His 25-Year-Old Guitarist Instead”
In a stunning twist during a live concert, country superstar Keith Urban has replaced a romantic lyric about his estranged wife, Nicole Kidman, with a shout-out to his 25-year-old guitarist, stirring social media buzz and speculation.
The original lyric from his hit “The Fighter”, inspired by his longtime marriage to Kidman, reads:
“When they’re tryna get to you, baby I’ll be the fighter.”
But during a concert on September 26, Urban reportedly sang instead:
“When they’re tryna get to you, Maggie I’ll be your guitar player” — a reference to his bandmate Maggie Baugh, age 25, who shared the moment on Instagram.
The timing is raising eyebrows: only days later, Kidman officially filed for divorce after 19 years of marriage, citing irreconcilable differences.
Fans and media watchers are guessing whether the lyric change is a bold statement, a casual slip, or a message in the midst of personal upheaval. Regardless of intent, it adds fuel to the swirling rumors and emotional drama surrounding one of Hollywood’s most high-profile splits.