Morgan Wallen Shakes Up SNL with Two New Songs—and an Unexpected Exit

Morgan Wallen made his highly anticipated return to Saturday Night Live on March 30, 2025, and fans got more than just a performance. The country superstar delivered two new songs from his upcoming album—and then left the stage in a way that had everyone talking.

Two New Songs, One Major Tease

Wallen used his second appearance on SNL to debut two unreleased tracks: “I’m the Problem” and “Just in Case,” both set to be featured on his upcoming 37-track album I’m the Problem, dropping May 16. The performances were stripped down but powerful, with Wallen’s signature rasp and emotional grit front and center.

Fans also noticed that during his set, a background screen teased additional unreleased track titles, with some collaborators blurred out—especially on a mysterious song titled “Come Back as a Redneck” (Wikipedia).

That Exit Everyone’s Talking About

While everything seemed to go smoothly during the show, things took a turn during the closing credits. As the cast gathered for their usual end-of-show hugs and goodbyes, Wallen whispered something to host Mikey Madison, gave her a quick hug, and walked offstage—leaving fans and viewers confused by the abrupt exit (New York Post).

Later that night, Wallen posted an Instagram story of a private jet with the caption: “Get me to God’s country.” That one-liner instantly took off online, sparking memes, fan theories, and even some gentle shade from the SNL team.

Social Media Reacts: "Get Me to God’s Country"

The moment didn’t go unnoticed by the SNL crew. Writer Josh Patten responded with a cheeky Instagram post of a Krispy Kreme truck and the same caption: “Get me to God’s country” (People Magazine). Fans interpreted it as light-hearted, and it seemed to match the show’s vibe—no drama, just jokes. Despite the online buzz, sources confirmed that Wallen’s departure was pre-planned and rehearsed. There was no bad blood, no tension with the cast, and no behind-the-scenes drama (The Tennessean).

Still in SNL’s Good Graces

If you’re wondering whether this walk-off hurt Wallen’s chances of being invited back, don’t worry. According to reports from insiders, SNL was more than happy with his performance, and his quick exit was just a minor miscommunication or an awkward moment—not a scandal (New York Post). NBC sources emphasized that Wallen had been present for rehearsals since Thursday, was involved in all aspects of the production, and had a solid relationship with everyone involved (People Magazine).

What’s Next for Wallen?

With I’m the Problem dropping soon, this SNL appearance was clearly part of a calculated rollout. The teaser performances, blurred song titles, and his headline-making exit all add to the mystique surrounding this next era. Whether he’s stealing the show on live TV or jetting off to “God’s country,” one thing is clear: Morgan Wallen knows how to keep us talking.