Before her debut album arrives, Stella Lefty is already at the center of a heated debate over privilege, authenticity and who gets to belong in country music.

Recent backlash toward Jordan Davis and Cody Johnson’s hunting posts has sparked a bigger conversation about country music, outdoor culture and the complicated expectations fans place on artists.

Over the past several weeks, Morgan Wallen has found himself at the center of multiple viral moments during his “I’m the Problem” tour. While none of the incidents have stopped fans from packing stadiums across the country, they have created a growing discussion about the singer’s visible frustration onstage and whether emotions are beginning to boil over during live performances.