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4 Social Habits That Show Low Emotional Intelligence, According to a Psychologist
Whether most of your interactions are with your friends, family, children, colleagues, customers or anyone in between, emotional intelligence is an incredibly important skill for any adult when it comes to dealing with other people.
When someone has high emotional intelligence (also known as emotional quotient, EI or EQ), that means they have a strong awareness of their own and others' emotions, as well as the ability to manage and regulate those emotions, according to Psychology Today.
Having high emotional intelligence can help improve someone's life in so many ways. According to the nonprofit HelpGuide.org, a high EI can help bolster stress levels, overall mental health, interpersonal relationships and social awareness.
Conversely, those with low emotional intelligence may struggle with things like stress, coping skills, relationships, sensitivity and social interactions. In fact, there are a number of social habits that can signal low EQ, according to Dr. Whitley Lassen, Psy.D., MBA, a licensed clinical psychologist and Head of Operations at Willow Health.
"As a psychologist with deep experience working with patients experiencing trauma or in crisis, I know that when people have low emotional intelligence, they aren’t necessarily unkind or immature by nature," she tells Parade. In most cases, something specific contributes to an individual's low emotional intelligence.
Curious to learn more about the four social habits that often show low emotional intelligence, what causes low EQ and how to help someone develop higher EI? Keep reading for more of Dr. Lassen's insights.
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What Causes Low Emotional Intelligence?One factor that can lead to someone having low emotional intelligence is how EQ was modeled to them as a child.
"When someone has low emotional intelligence, it can often be caused by their upbringing and poor role models for handling emotions," says Dr. Lassen.
Additionally, low emotional intelligence can also be related to a "neurodevelopmental difference," such as autism (Autism Spectrum Disorder or ASD) or ADHD. Furthermore, some mental health conditions can make a person come across as emotionally insensitive.
"Stress, depression, anxiety or trauma can interfere with one’s emotional intelligence and influence if someone has low emotional intelligence that occurs alongside a mental health concern," the psychologist shares.
Similarly, if someone who is usually quite emotionally intelligent starts dealing with mental health struggles, their EQ may temporarily falter.
"Sometimes people experiencing overwhelming symptoms of depression or anxiety can come off as being less emotionally intelligent, even if that’s not the case," Dr. Lassen explains, adding that symptoms of depression and low emotional intelligence can overlap in a few ways.
Fortunately, one's EQ is not a permanent state, and it can always be improved (more on how to do that, below).
"You can think of emotional intelligence as a set of skills that you can continue to practice and develop," she states. "Often emotional intelligence gets better naturally with practice and experience."
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A Psychologist Says These 4 Social Habits Can Indicate Low Emotional Intelligence1. Reduced empathySomeone with reduced empathy for others may have low emotional intelligence, says Dr. Lassen.
"Sometimes someone feeling emotional pain or anxiety can lack the ability to support or feel for others who are also feeling emotions," she explains. "This can also appear as being less responsive when you’re trying to speak with them, being withdrawn, shutting down in emotional conversations or coming off uninterested."
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2. DefensivenessAccording to Dr. Lassen, when highly sensitive people get overwhelmed, they tend to come off as defensive—and increased defensiveness can be an indicator of low EQ.
"When working with patients experiencing depressive symptoms or anxiety, they often come to me with their own feelings of shame around their feelings," she says. "This can cause receiving feedback to be overwhelming, which may come across as someone being overly sensitive. Sensitivity can be expressed as crying, reacting or getting irritated or frustrated, which can come off as defensive."
3. Snapping at others"Someone with low emotional intelligence may be more likely to have challenges with regulating their emotions," Dr. Lassen explains.
"If someone is feeling intense sadness, anger, anxiety, guilt, shame or overwhelm, it could cause them to snap at friends or loved ones," she continues. "For someone with low EQ, this could be a result of being defensive or only interested in their own perspective of a problem."
4. Lacking interest"Difficulty maintaining conversations with friends or family or saying no to activities or social engagement because of apathy or lacking interest can be a sign of low emotional intelligence," explains Dr. Lassen.
And often, these symptoms signal more than just low EQ; they can also indicate anxiety or depression.
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How Can You Help Someone Increase Their Emotional Intelligence?In almost any situation, "low emotional intelligence can improve through practice and reinforcement," shares Dr. Lassen, adding, "Modeling emotional intelligence for your loved one is one way to support their development of it."
In fact, there are many ways she says you can model high EQ to others. For instance:
- When you make a mistake, take responsibility for it and acknowledge the other person's feelings.
- Ask others questions to show curiosity.
- After a disagreement, calmly discuss what happened and acknowledge the other person's feelings about the situation.
- Give positive reinforcement whenever they display signs of improved emotional intelligence, such as apologizing or showing curiosity in others.
Additionally, Dr. Lassen has found working with a therapist on emotional intelligence to be quite effective.
"In many cases, working with a mental health professional can further help develop the strategies you need to strengthen EQ," she says.
The same goes for someone whose low EQ might be tied to more serious mental health issues.
"Seeking mental health support to overcome depression or anxiety with a professional, whether in-person or virtually, can help you navigate these symptoms or habits and develop tools and strategies to cope," Dr. Lassen states.
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Final TakeawaysEmotional intelligence refers to one's awareness and management of their and other people's emotions.
- Some social habits can indicate low emotional intelligence. These include reduced empathy, defensiveness, snapping at others and a lack of interest.
- Several different factors can contribute to someone having a low EQ, such as their childhood, role models, neurodivergence and mental health disorders.
- Anyone can improve their emotional intelligence. Working with a mental health professional or loved one on strategies to improve EQ can be highly effective.
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Source:- Dr. Whitley Lassen, Psy.D., MBA, is a licensed clinical psychologist and Head of Operations at Willow Health.
Amazon Has the Cutest Animal-Themed Kitchen Finds for Under $25
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Animal-themed kitchens have been charming home cooks for decades. The '60s and '70s saw owls, mushrooms, and woodland creatures, reflecting the era's “back-to-the-land” movement, while the '80s ushered in country kitchens filled with cows, ducks, and those unforgettable geese dressed in gingham bows. Then came the '90s, when rooster-themed kitchens completely took over, followed by the early 2000s, as farm animals continued their reign alongside warm Tuscan-inspired interiors.
Today, the look is a little more refined, but the appeal is exactly the same. A frog-shaped sponge rest or a cow butter dish adds just enough personality to make a kitchen feel warm, collected, and conversation-worthy. If you've been wanting to embrace the trend yourself, Amazon is packed with adorable animal-themed kitchen finds under $25 that bring plenty of charm.
Hugan Farmhouse Chicken Rooster Kitchen Towels, $12 at Amazon Shop at AmazonYour kitchen just found its new flock star. This 100% cotton dish towel is covered in colorful roosters and blooming florals, bringing a cheerful farmhouse feel to countertops, oven handles, and coffee bars. Absorbent and quick-drying, with a generous size, it’s ready for everyday messes while adding a little country charm to your space.
My kitchen has had these little bag clips with foxes and hedgehogs on snack duty for nearly a decade, and they’re still clipping along like champions. While their tiny faces make them impossible not to love, their real talent is keeping chip bags, cereal, and pantry staples fresh and secure. These clips are cute, clever, and clearly have the claws to stick around for the long haul.
Ototo Kitchen Colander, $23 (was $25) at Amazon Shop at AmazonThis little crab colander scuttled its way into my kitchen recently, and it’s become one of my most reliable sidekicks. It attaches to the side of pots with sturdy stainless steel tongs and silicone grips, making draining pasta, veggies, and more feel way easier. It folds down when not in use, saving precious cabinet space and replacing the need for a bulky colander. The heat-resistant, BPA-free silicone can handle boiling water without warping, and when dinner is done, it can go straight into the dishwasher for easy cleanup.
Ototo The Original Nessie Ladle, $16 (was $20) at Amazon Shop at AmazonThe legend of the Lochness monster may live in the deep, but the “Nessie” lives right at home in your soup pot. This quirky ladle makes scooping stews, sauces, and gravies a little more fun, proving that cute and useful coexisting is no tall tale. Consider this mythical helper officially spotted in the kitchen.
Dgudgu Frog Sponge Holder, $15 at Amazon Shop at AmazonMove over, boring sink accessories — this frog-shaped ceramic holder is here to make a splash. This cheerful little amphibian keeps your sponge high and dry while adding a playful pop to your countertop. Made from durable, water-resistant ceramic, it keeps your most-used tool within reach at all times.
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Talk about a butter dish that’s really udderly charming. This ceramic cow-shaped container adds a farmhouse touch to your kitchen with a spotted Holstein figure resting on top of a tray. It’s the perfect place to keep butter ready for spreading, whether you store it in or out of the refrigerator.
Balvi Sardines Snack Forks Set, $24 at Amazon Shop at AmazonSmall but mighty, these sardine forks are bringing the fin-ishing touch to snack time. Each stainless steel pick features a detailed fishbone design that makes grabbing olives, cheese, seafood, and bite-sized appetizers simple. Stored inside a vintage-style tin, they’re a charming addition to any host’s collection.
Votum White Cat Measuring Cups and Spoons, $25 at Amazon Shop at AmazonThese measuring cups and spoons are the purr-fect kitchen companions for cat lovers who love to bake. Each ceramic piece features an adorable white cat face, bringing a little feline charm to everything from cookie dough to cake batter. With four measuring cups and four measuring spoons included, you’ll be set for every recipe.
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From the pantry to the countertop, these animal-inspired finds are ready to make everyday kitchen tasks a little more fun. Shop your favorites at Amazon for under $25 today!
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1980 One-Hit Wonder Became a Soft Rock Anthem
Over 45 years since its release, The Korgis' 1980 soft rock hit "Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime” is still getting recognition.
On July 14, the publicationAmerican Songwriter included the tune, off the band's record Dumb Waiters, on a list of "3 one-hit wonders from 1980 with melodies that still echo decades later." According to American Songwriter, the other two once-popular tracks released in 1980 with memorable melodies are Robbie Dupree's “Steal Away” and Johnny Lee's “Lookin’ For Love."
"Everybody’s Got To Learn Sometime" secured the number 21 spot on the Billboard Hot 100 in December 1980, five months after Dumb Waiters was released.
James Warren Has Discussed Writing & Recording 'Everybody's Got to Learn Sometime'During a 2024 interview with BBC Breakfast, alongside his current The Korgis bandmates, John Baker and Al Steele, James Warren discussed recording "Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime." Warren noted that the song was recorded at Crescent Studios with the help of audio engineer David Lord. According to Warren, Lord helped improve "Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime."
"I originally came along with a demo. All I had in mind was a voice, piano, drums, and bass, and that was it. But David Lord, who was a fantastic musician, as well as the engineer that he is, said, 'No, let's make it a bit more special. I think I can do something better with this,'" recalled the singer-songwriter.
In a 2019 interview with Strange Brew, Warren explained how he came up with the hit song. Warren shared that he "was very into Buddhism" when he wrote, "Everybody’s Got to Learn Sometime."
"[T]he notion that fundamental personal transformation has to be an inner thing as opposed to an outward, political movement and the words echo that feeling: 'Change your heart, look around you, change your heart, it will astound you,'" said the musician, now 74. "Also, I loved the simplicity of haiku poems, and fortunately, the melody of this song seemed to lend itself to that kind of approach. Of course, I wanted to find a lyrical match to the melody as well."
1977 Rock Song With Zero Chart History Remains a Classic 49 Years Later
Forty-nine years ago, legendary rock group Lynyrd Skynyrd released "That Smell"—a song that remains a classic despite never charting on any Billboard charts.
Released on October 17, 1977 as a track from their fifth studio album, Street Survivors, "That Smell" quickly became a fan favorite. Although the song was widely recognized as a standout track among both fans and critics, it was never officially issued as a commercial single. Because of this, it never appeared on the Billboard Hot 100.
Street Survivors was a highly successful record, becoming their highest-charting album of the '70s by peaking at No. 5 on the Billboard 200 LP chart. It has since been certified 2× Multi-Platinum by the Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA), selling over 2 million copies in the U.S. alone.
Allen Collins, Ronnie Van Zant and Gary Rossington of Lynyrd Skynyrd perform on stage in Rotterdam, Netherlands, on October 16, 1975.Sadly, Street Survivors marked Lynyrd Skynyrd's final album with their original lineup. Only three days after its release, a plane crash tragically claimed the lives of lead vocalist Ronnie Van Zant, guitarist Steve Gaines and backing vocalist Cassie Gaines, bringing a sudden and devastating end to the group's legendary golden era.
The Backstory & ImpactCo-written by Van Zant and guitarist Allen Collins, "That Smell" was penned as a cautionary warning about the band's decline into dangerous, drug and alcohol-riddled lifestyles. The track's lyrical content was inspired by an incident where guitarist Gary Rossington recklessly crashed his car into an oak tree while under the influence.
In an archival interview from 1979, Rossington spoke about the song's inspiration, reflecting on the night of the crash: "I was just so high I didn't know what the hell was going on... my teeth knocked out and all this shit... [Ronnie] wrote it for that, to tell everybody to cool it a little bit."
The track's brutally honest lyricism about the dark side of drug addiction and rock-and-roll antics, alongside the band's plane crash tragedy, struck a chord in listeners. Its dark lyrics stripped drug use of its glamorous stereotype, reminding fans that life is precious and not to be throw it away.
The lyrics "One hell of a price for you to get your kicks" and "Say you'll be alright come tomorrow / But tomorrow might not be here for you" drive the point home that your life is simply not worth the temporary high of substance abuse.
Nearly five decades after its release, the song continues to resonate with listeners. The track's popularity has carried over seamlessly into the digital era. On Spotify alone, the song has garnered over 111 million streams, speaking to the importance of heavy-hitting rock songs and their ability to leave a lasting impact.
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Netflix's Iconic Sci-Fi Phenomenon, Which Became One of Its Biggest Controversies, Turns 10
On July 15, 2016, Netflix released a show that continues to be among the streamer's most successful franchises of all time: Stranger Things. For nearly a decade, the series brought audiences into the Upside Down and introduced them to a range of characters, from beloved fan-favorites like Eleven/Jane Hopper and Steve Harrington to terrifying villains like Papa/Dr. Martin Brenner and, of course, Vecna/Henry Creel (which are actually just a few of his names).
For four seasons, Stranger Things was riding high, with fans willing to wait entire years between seasons just because they were so committed to the mind-bending series. Unfortunately, Stranger Things Season 5 didn't get quite the same love. Rather, the show's final season, and particularly the series finale, were met with heated backlash for a range of reasons, from the handling of the "Byler" fan ship of Mike Wheeler and Will Byers to Eleven's tragic fate and so much more.
The backlash to Stranger Things season 5 was actually so intense that it gave way to a surprisingly widespread conspiracy theory, Conformity Gate, which espoused the belief that the Stranger Things finale was so inconsistent with the rest of the show and, in some fans' views, so poor in quality that it was surely a fake-out finale and a real final episode was coming. Ultimately, that was proven untrue, which has left a sour taste in the mouths of some in the fanbase.
Nevertheless, the 10th anniversary of the show has stirred up plenty of celebration, such as a series of Instagram posts on the official Stranger Things account, sharing videos of multiple cast members reflecting on their impressions of one another the first time that they met, including Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, Natalia Dyer, Jamie Campbell Bower and several others.
View this post on InstagramAlthough Stranger Things is officially over, the franchise has branched out in myriad ways, including with the animated series Stranger Things: Tales From '85, which centers on many of the main characters from the original show but is set between seasons 2 and 3.
Kardashian Family's Longtime Bodyguard Dead Following Tragic Traffic Accident
Mason Haynes, a celebrity bodyguard who worked with numerous A-listers, including Kim Kardashian and Kris Jenner, has died at the age of 52.
A GoFundMe says that Haynes died on July 4, 2026, which was two days before his 53rd birthday.
"Mason’s life was taken far too soon in a tragic road traffic accident," the page reads. "He leaves behind his devoted wife Fay, his daughter Brooke, his son Noah, a loving family, and an extraordinary circle of friends spread across the world.
Specifically, he was part of Kim Kardashian's team when she was robbed at gunpoint in Paris in 2016. Along with the Kardashians, Haynes worked with stars including Kevin Hart, Nicki Minaj, Charlie Puth and Formula 1's Lewis Hamilton.
The GoFundMe further details the kind of person Haynes was, saying he "made people feel welcome from the moment they met him."
"A man who would cross countries to help a friend," the page continued. "A man who never let a loved one down and who saw the deep qualities in people that others often overlooked. A protector. A mentor. A prankster. A giant in every sense of the word, with an even bigger heart."
The site was created to aid his family, Fay, Brooke and Noah, while ensuring that Haynes "gets the send-off he truly deserves."
Others paid tribute following news of his passing.
"We would like to pay homage to an absolute legend in the Close Protection game. Big Mason. Gone too soon. Rest easy and fly high, Brother 🕊️,' Trojan Security posted on Instagram.
1965 No. 1 Hit Featured in Nearly Perfect Comedy Ranked Among Greatest Rock Moments of the ’90s
The Nineties are full of great movie-music moments. With Martin Scorsese dropping needles in Goodfellas, Casino, and Bringing Out the Dead, and Quentin Tarantino creating iconic music moments in Reservoir Dogs and Pulp Fiction, there’s a lot to rock out to. But one often-overlooked needle drop also deserves attention, and BBC’s Classic Music magazine is giving it its flowers.
Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You Babe,” an upbeat, repetitive, and cyclical duet, appears in Groundhog Day more than 20 times, making it the ultimate time-loop song and the perfect soundtrack for Bill Murray’s Phil Connors, who cannot escape his one true companion: himself.
BBC writes, “‘I Got You Babe’ was an inspired choice, sunny and upbeat, not to mention repetitive, and over the course of the film, Connors might even find a little wisdom in its message of love, trust, and understanding.”
Fans of the film know it takes dozens of attempts before the rude and contemptuous weatherman grows a heart--and that the film only gets better with every “I Got You Babe” moment.
Released in July 1965 and written by Sonny Bono, “I Got You Babe” is celebrating 61 years in the songbooks. The track, which feels just as happy today as it did more than six decades ago, was a massive success in the '60s, reaching No. 1 on the Billboard Hot 100 in August that year. The song was the duo’s only No. 1.
Inspired by Bob Dylan’s “It Ain’t Me Babe,” Bono hunkered down in the garage of his and Cher’s manager’s home and wrote the lyrics and music to “I Got You Babe.” According to American Songwriter, he scribbled the verses down on a scrap of cardboard and took them right to Cher.
“Sonny woke me up in the middle of the night to come in where the piano was, in the living room, and sing it,” she told ABC News in 2015, reflecting on the success of the hit song. “I didn’t like it and just said, ‘OK. I’ll sing it, and then I’m going back to bed.’ So, I was never a very good barometer.”
Groundhog Day, directed by Harold Ramis, was a massive hit, too. Earning more than $105 million worldwide against an estimated $15 million budget, the comedy starring Bill Murray and Andie MacDowell follows a curmudgeonly weatherman reliving Groundhog Day in wintry Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania, over and over again. Meanwhile, each morning begins the same way: with Sonny & Cher’s timeless hit blaring from the alarm clock.
The song was chosen, according to screenplay co-writer DannyRubin, because, after a few replays, “it would drive you crazy!” he said, per the New York Post.
Since its release, Groundhog Day has become one of the greatest comedies of all time, with Sonny & Cher’s “I Got You Babe” carving out its own place in movie history.
Rubin once said Ramis viewed Groundhog Day as a modern fairy tale, akin to The Princess and the Frog, a story about transformation, redemption, and becoming the person you’re meant to be. And just like the Disney classic, this one is perfect for watching on repeat.
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Sony Quietly Opens the Vault to Stream Classic Episodes of a Legendary Soap Opera For Free
It’s the moment Days of Our Lives fans have been praying for, but for the first time in the digital age, Sony has opened the vault and is allowing fans to experience classic episodes from the fictional world of Salem, USA.
Following in the footsteps of fellow soap operas The Bold and the Beautiful, Neighbors, and Shortland Street, the series is being uploaded onto the social media platform YouTube on the SoapDaily channel.
The series began uploading episodes from 1998 and is currently adding episodes from 1999 at a rate of two per day. The upload schedule is expected to continue for the foreseeable future as more episodes are digitized. While no timeline has been shared, Sony has confirmed plans to upload additional years of the series.
The episodes began with the downfall and end of Kristen Blake DiMera (Eileen Davidson), the introduction of Nicole Walker (Arianne Zucker), the destruction of Bo’s (Peter Reckell) relationship with Billie Reed (Krista Allen), and so many other iconic characters and moments.
While the time period may not be the most fondly remembered in Days of Our Lives history, the YouTube channel previously teased that it is currently digitizing the first “season” of the soap opera, meaning fans may see the first episodes of the series since its original broadcast in 1965. Although no timeline has been shared as of publication, fans are encouraged to stay tuned for further updates as more episodes are added to the service.
Fans watching the series on YouTube may notice that there are points at which episodes are being actively skipped. A representative of Sony confirms to Parade that episodes are being uploaded as they clear musically. During the original broadcast of the episodes, popular music was heard in the background of scenes, creating further legal hurdles that must be addressed before the episodes are cleared for upload.
In a note shared on the official Soaps Daily account, the channel shared, “Honestly, I didn’t expect so many of you to binge this in real time! Your incredible knowledge of Days of Our Lives history gives me so much joy. Eventually, all the gaps will be gone.”
The channel has teased “full-season marathons” that are in the works, and asked viewers to vote for the storyline that kept them on the edge of their seats, ranging from Patch and Kayla’s romance in the 1980s, to the 1990 Cruise of Deception, Marlena’s devil possession, and the Salem Stalker.
New episodes of Days of Our Lives continue to be broadcast exclusively on Peacock in the United States, whereas the classic episodes of Days of Our Lives appear to be available worldwide unless held back due to international licensing agreements.
Beloved '90s Singer Announces 2026 Tour 48 Years After Beginning Career
Forty-eight years after launching her recording career, Lucinda Williams is preparing for another run across North America.
The Grammy-winning singer-songwriter has announced the World's Gone Wrong Tour, a 31-date headlining trek in support of her latest album of the same name. The fall outing begins with two nights in Atlanta on Sept. 24 and concludes Nov. 17 after a series of special performances in Minneapolis.
The newly announced itinerary includes stops in Charlotte, Washington, D.C., Woodstock, Toronto, Denver and Dallas, along with four-night residencies in both Chicago and Minneapolis. Select performances in those two cities will be billed as "Ballads, Blues and More — A Quiet Night with Lucinda Williams and Her Band." General ticket sales begin July 17.
Williams is touring behind World's Gone Wrong, her latest studio album, which was released earlier this year.
View this post on Instagram"The nature of the songs, and the nature of the beast—what's been going on in the country and you-know-who in the White House; the day after day after day after day insane chaos and craziness—was right in our face," Williams told Paste of her latest album. "I've been wanting to write some songs like this for a while, but they were kind of challenging. It's harder for me to write a topical song than a love song—because, if I was going to write one, I wanted it to be on the level of Bob Dylan's 'Masters of War,' or something like that."
World's Gone Wrong follows 2023's Stories From a Rock n Roll Heart and continues the acclaimed songwriter's remarkable late-career resurgence after returning to performing following the stroke she suffered in 2020.
"I still struggle when I walk," Williams told NPR. "My tour manager, Travis, has my arm as I walk on and walk off the stage. Sometimes I hold on to the mic stand just to balance myself. I can sing. I'm not playing guitar right now; that's going to have to come later."
Williams' career stretches back to 1978, when she released her self-titled debut album. Over the decades, she has become one of America's most respected singer-songwriters, blending rock, country, folk and blues into a style that has influenced generations of artists. Albums such as Car Wheels on a Gravel Road, Sweet Old World and Essence helped establish her as one of the defining voices of Americana.
Her work has earned widespread acclaim, including multiple Grammy Awards and a place among the most celebrated songwriters of her generation. Songs like "Passionate Kisses," "Right in Time," "Can't Let Go" and "Drunken Angel" have become staples of her catalog, while fellow artists ranging from Tom Petty to Emmylou Harris have recorded her compositions.
The new headlining tour follows a busy year that has also included dates with Bob Dylan, underscoring Williams' continued presence on the road nearly five decades into her career.
For longtime fans, the World's Gone Wrong Tour is another opportunity to experience one of America's most distinctive voices in an intimate setting. Nearly 48 years after beginning her recording career, Lucinda Williams continues to prove that her songwriting and live performances remain as compelling as ever.
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Walmart Has a ‘Super Cute’ Wicker Patio Side Table for $42, and It Comes in 4 Colors
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With warmer weather finally here, you may be looking for an excuse to spend more time outside, and Walmart has a great deal on something that could make a small balcony, porch, or patio feel much more inviting. The Best Choice Products Wicker Patio Side Table is currently on sale for as low as $42, down from $120. It comes in four colors: natural, black, brown, and gray, and the natural color has the steepest markdown right now.
The square table measures 21.5 inches long, 21.5 inches wide, and 18 inches high, weighs 18.5 pounds, and features a steel frame wrapped in weather-resistant wicker and a slatted faux-wood top. It also includes a hole in the center connecting to a 16-inch tube underneath that fits umbrella poles up to 2 inches wide, though the umbrella isn’t included.
Best Choice Products Wicker Patio Side Table, From $42 (was $120) at Walmart Shop at WalmartThis little table could be a very practical fix if you want shade and somewhere to set things, but don’t have room for several separate pieces of patio furniture. It could be placed between two chairs, beside a lounge chair, or near the pool to keep your phone and towel off the ground. And when you aren’t using an umbrella, it works just like a regular outdoor side table.
“This table should last many, many years,” one shopper wrote, noting that all of the “materials are durable and the design is rock-solid.” Another person said it was “easy to put together and sturdy,” adding that it “holds the umbrella well,” while a third called it “super cute and the perfect size for my small balcony.”
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It’s worth noting that several reviewers mentioned a strong gust of wind could knock over the umbrella, even with the pole running through the table. Adding a sandbag, a heavy rock, or another weight underneath it would help keep it upright, and closing the umbrella before bad weather rolls in can also help prevent it from tipping.
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If you’ve been wanting a designated spot for drinks and snacks outside, this table gives you exactly that, helping your patio setup feel more complete without costing too much. Head to Walmart’s site to grab the Best Choice Products Wicker Patio Side Table for under $50 while it’s still nearly 65% off.
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Beloved Country Band’s No. 1 Hit Re-Enters Billboard Chart 17 Years Later
Zac Brown Band's signature hit "Chicken Fried" has returned to the Billboard Hot 100 for the first time since 2009, marking an unexpected chart comeback 17 years after the song first became a country music staple.
Billboard reported that "Chicken Fried" re-entered the Hot 100 at No. 32 following major streaming increases tied to Independence Day celebrations and renewed attention during the 2026 FIFA World Cup festivities.
The song previously peaked at No. 20 on the all-genre chart and spent 26 weeks on the Hot 100 during its original run.
The return places Zac Brown Band alongside several classic American songs that saw strong gains during the Fourth of July period, including tracks by Toby Keith, Bruce Springsteen, John Denver and Lynyrd Skynyrd.
The Zac Brown Band performs onstage after the NASCAR Xfinity Series The Loop 110 at Chicago Street Course on July 05, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois.Photo by James Gilbert/Getty Images
The renewed popularity of "Chicken Fried" comes just weeks after the Georgia group performed the song during the halftime show of the FIFA World Cup semifinal between France and Spain at AT&T Stadium in Dallas.
Billboard credited both the holiday boost and the continued World Cup buzz for driving the song's return to the chart.
"Chicken Fried" was originally written by Zac Brown and longtime collaborator Wyatt Durrette. Brown had already started the song before the pair began working together in Atlanta, where they added references to Southern life and culture.
Zac Brown Band first recorded "Chicken Fried" in 2003 and later included it on their independent 2005 album Home Grown. The song's road to success was not straightforward.
Country group The Lost Trailers recorded the song in 2006 after receiving Brown's permission to include it on an album. However, Brown did not want the track released as a radio single.
The band re-recorded "Chicken Fried" in 2008 for its major-label debut album, The Foundation, with producer Keith Stegall overseeing the sessions.
The decision changed the band's future.
By late 2008, "Chicken Fried" became Zac Brown Band's first charting single and its first No. 1 hit on Billboard's country chart. The achievement also made the group the first country band to score a No. 1 hit with a debut single since Heartland's "I Loved Her First" in 2006.
The song has remained one of country music's most recognizable anthems thanks to its themes of family, food, small-town life and patriotism.
Its popularity has translated into long-term commercial success. "Chicken Fried" reached No. 1 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart, climbed to No. 20 on the Billboard Hot 100 and has earned a nine-times Platinum certification in the United States.
The single has also sold millions of copies and was ranked No. 39 on Taste of Country's list of the "Top 100 Country Songs of All Time."
The latest chart return arrives as Zac Brown Band prepares to launch its Love & Fear Tour on Friday in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
The group recently completed an ambitious residency at Sphere in Las Vegas and is continuing to promote its latest album, Love & Fear, which was released in late 2025.
For now, however, one of the band's oldest songs is once again finding new listeners.
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Wide-Leg Capri Pants Are a Summer 2026 Wardrobe Staple, and You Can Snag a Pair for Just $10 at Amazon
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Wide-leg pants are everywhere right now. Many styles evoke the popular coastal grandmother aesthetic with flowy linen and cotton blends that look like something Diane Keaton might've worn in an early aughts Nancy Meyers film. And did you know capris are back in style? (Some of us never stopped wearing them.) If you're looking to upgrade your summer wardrobe with a simpler, breezy style that checks every fashion trend box, Amazon has a pair on sale that's worth checking out.
Normally $15, the Bxzusio Wide-Leg Cotton-Linen Capri Pants are now discounted to just $10 in select styles. They come in 18 colors in sizes extra-small through 3X-large, though availability and pricing vary by size. A high-waisted design with a ruffled detail, drawstring, and pockets makes these pants a stylish option for all sorts of summer occasions.
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Best-Selling Slow Burn Romance is Ranked a ‘Most Read Book of 2026’ on Goodreads
American romance author Abby Jimenez is known and beloved by readers for writing relatable and real characters who find themselves in utterly addicting love stories. Her seventh novel in the "Abbyverse" (a term her fans have coined for the universe in which her stories unfold) was the 2025 slow-burn, grumpy/sunshine romance, Say You'll Remember Me. Say You'll Remember Me is also the first in her trilogy series of the same name and universe.
Jimenez was inspired to writeSay You'll Remember Me in part by a viral video and her desire to write a love story centering a vet. Taylor Swift's song "Wildest Dreams" serves as the inspiration for not only the title, but also the novel's star-crossed lovers who fall victim to right person, wrong time.
Say You'll Remember Me was a massive success and topped the New York Times bestseller list upon publication in 2025. It spent four weeks on the list. The book also went on to be a Publishers' Weekly number one bestseller.
Now, over a year later, the book is still immensely popular with readers. Goodreads listed the novel among its "Most Read Books this Year" in 2026. So far this year, readers have shelved the title more than 300,000 times on the reading platform.
View this post on InstagramSay You'll Remember Mefollows Samantha Diaz, who meets veterinarian Xavier Rush when her kitten, Pooter, is in crisis. The pair go on a first date, which is truly the best date of either of their lives...and then Samantha is moving across the country to help out with her ailing mother. She begs Xavier to forget her, to remember their night as just one in a million, and to move on. But distance proves to be nothing, and the two can't stop thinking about each other and the connection that just might be worth the risk.
The novel Say You'll Remember Me was followed by the sequel, The Night We Met. A third book in the trilogy titled Feels Like Falling is slated for publication in 2027.
Say You'll Remember Me and Jimenez's other sultry, sweeping love stories are out now and available wherever books are sold.
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20 Years Later, This 2000s Emo Band Remains 'One of the Most Significant Rock Bands' Amid Sold-Out Tour
Long live the emo phase of the early 2000s rock era, which elder millennials witnessed when the sacred text of The Black Parade was written. Still, the crowds of My Chemical Romance's current 20th anniversary tour of the album show up, representing every generation that grew up on their music.
Just ask the audiences from MCR's three-night, sold-out tour stop at Wembley. "MCR proved that this wasn’t just emo nostalgia without bite; this is genuinely one of the most significant rock bands in modern history that still very much has the power and talent to take on the world by storm," shared a reporter from Far Out Magazine, who attended the final night. "The emotions in that stadium were genuine and real. There was a woman a few rows down from me who cried the entire show."
The nostalgia of the early '00s rock band from New Jersey and their seminal concept album still brings together O.G. fans and new ones, from its operatic and theatrical timelessness to tracks like "Famous Last Words" and "Teenagers" and the gateway G5 note drop that activated a whole new generation of converts from when the piano notes of "Welcome to the Black Parade" blew up as a TikTok trend. In the time since the album's 2006 release, lead singer Gerard Way became a prolific comic book writer with works such as The Umbrella Academy(later adapted into a hit Netflix series) and a run as a curator at DC Comics.
The UK shows had so many talked-about moments that went viral online. My Chemical Romance not only performed a no-skips set of The Black Parade, but they also unearthed deep cuts like the rarely performed "Desert Song," an almost unreleased track from the Three Cheers for Sweet Revenge era. Here's a clip shared by ellie_h_ways on TikTok:
@ellie_h_wayzdesert song, performed with accompaniment by kayleigh goldsworthy and clarice jensen. long live the black parade, wembley stadium, 11 july 2026. #mcr #mcrlonglive #longlivetheblackparade #mcrlondon #mcrwembley
♬ original sound - 🇨🇦ellie h. wayz🇨🇦I attended the show last year in Florida, which marked the last stop of the first stateside leg, and can attest that as an elder emo, I preferred to sit in seats overlooking the massive pit filled with kids experiencing their first MCR show. The band will return to the States this fall to close out the 20th anniversary performances with a Halloween-season final show (or funeral) at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles.
Fans Come to Defense of Iconic No.1 Charting Singer Amidst Lip-Syncing Allegations
Whenever an artist experiences vocal changes, there will always be lots of negativity, and lots of accusations of lip syncing. Of course, there's also the calls to retire and the ridicule that many will hurl toward an artist. Barry Manilow has been experiencing all of this.
The prolific singer recently overcame lung cancer and has made a return to the stage. Regardless of that fact, he's also getting older. Last month he turned 83, so obviously he's not going to sound the exact same. Regardless of this fact, accusations of lip-syncing and autotune have been hurled his way.
It's pretty difficult to find a video of Manilow performing online without seeing the comments coming in droves about his voice. His fans have finally had enough, and are coming to his defense about his vocals.
@ponyride69Love him so much. He’s given the world so much through his music. Let the fans enjoy while he still wants to share his gift with us! #barrymanilow #fanilow #livemusic #frankievalli #music
♬ original sound - ponyride69The accusation made is that the entirety of Manilow's performance is lip synced, which just isn't true. Commenters claim there some parts where he needs a bit of assistance since his battle with lung cancer, but it's a miniscule amount compared to the rest of the show.
"Can we get over the blatant lie that Barry is lip-syncing the whole show now please???" the video urged, "Why do non-fans have so much to say about him?"
More fans joined in this call in the comments, rushing to defend the singer who is still doing his thing all these years later.
"He is 83 years old and puts on a fantastic show. Full of energy and great songs. I have had the pleasure of seeing him over 70 something times. Some of the notes at the end of songs are monumental. I am sure there is help there but he does sing the songs and you can hear it in his voice sometimes that raspy older voice or he may stop singing and smile etc. Let’s just celebrate him. He is doing a great job and must love it to keep going."
"You are so right! I don’t know why so many people have so much to say about this legend. He’s been through hell and back and is still putting on a great show, especially considering his age. Recently saw him in Newark, New Jersey and he was fantastic! I guess some people are so miserable with their own lives that they can’t just scroll on and let people enjoy what they enjoy! Love Barry, and every extra concert and performance is a treasure."
"I don’t care… just want to see him live!!!"
Manilow deserves all the respect in the world for still going out there after all these years and all his illnesses and putting on a great show.
1960 Classic, Written by a 15-Year-Old, Set a Billboard Record That Still Stands
When Maurice Williams sat down as a 15-year-old in 1953, he had one simple goal: convince his girlfriend to stay a little longer before heading home for her 10 p.m. curfew. Instead, he ended up writing one of the most enduring songs in pop history.
Released by Maurice Williams & The Zodiacs in 1960, "Stay" topped the Billboard Hot 100 on Nov. 21, 1960, and, at just 98 seconds, remains the shortest song ever to reach No. 1 on the chart. More than six decades later, Billboard'sPaul Grein aptly described the record as "98 seconds of pop perfection."
The inspiration behind the song was remarkably ordinary. Williams later recalled for Wayne Jancik's book "The Billboard Book of One-Hit Wonders: Revised and Expanded" that his girlfriend had to leave because of her parents' rules, and despite his best efforts to persuade her otherwise, she wouldn't budge.
"She had to be in by 10 P.M.," Williams said. "One night I just didn't want her to leave. She argued that she would get into trouble. I tried to convince her she wouldn't, but she knew better and left. Like a flood, the words just came to me."
Even then, "Stay" nearly disappeared forever. Williams said he wrote the song in about 30 minutes before throwing it away. Years later, while playing demos at his girlfriend's house, her younger sister asked to hear "the song with the high voice." Williams realized she meant "Stay," and decided to record it after all.
That decision changed music history.
The original recording wastes no time, opening with The Zodiacs shouting the title before Williams launches into his heartfelt plea. Its unforgettable falsetto break from Henry Gaston became one of rock's signature vocal moments, while the song packs an entire emotional story into less than a minute and 40 seconds.
As music writer Brent Mann observed in his book "99 Red Balloons and 100 Other All-Time Great One-Hit Wonders," in which he ranks "Stay" as the No. 2 one-hit wonder of all time, the classic song possesses a "timeless quality," adding that it "glides agelessly from decade to decade."
Its influence has stretched far beyond its lone week atop the Hot 100. It has found uncommon success on the charts with several covers. The Hollies scored a Top 10 U.K. hit with their 1963 version, the Four Seasons brought it back to the American Top 20 the following year and Jackson Browne transformed it into a concert encore favorite on his acclaimed Running on Empty album in 1978, with David Lindley's soaring falsetto paying tribute to the original.
The song has also enjoyed an extraordinary second life on screen. It appeared in the 1978 film American Hot Wax, reached an entirely new generation through the blockbuster Dirty Dancing soundtrack in 1987 and has continued turning up in films and television ever since, including Shag, Jersey Boys, 11.22.63, An American Pickle and The Space Between.
Despite being remembered as a one-hit wonder, Williams left an outsized legacy. He also wrote "Little Darlin'," another rock and roll classic that became a massive hit after being covered by The Diamonds, and "Stay" has now been recorded by dozens of artists over the decades.
For a song that lasts only 98 seconds, its impact has proven almost impossible to measure. As music historian Fred Bronson put it in his "Billboard Book of Number One Hits, "'Stay' has proven to be an evergreen."
More than 65 years after first reaching No. 1, Maurice Williams' teenage plea remains every bit as irresistible as the night he first wrote it.
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Beloved U2 Song Just Received One of the Biggest Honors in Rock Music
More than three decades after it first shocked fans, one of U2's boldest songs is getting its flowers all over again.
Following the release of the band's new single, "Street of Dreams," Rolling Stone revisited every lead single from U2's studio albums earlier this month—and ultimately named "The Fly" the greatest album opener in the band's legendary catalog.
Rather than simply ranking the group's biggest hits, the publication evaluated how effectively each song introduced the album that followed. "The Fly" came out on top.
According to Rolling Stone, the song earned the No. 1 spot because it marked a dramatic change for the band ahead of 1991's Achtung Baby. While safer choices like "One" or "Mysterious Ways" could have easily served as the album's first single, the group—which included Bono, The Edge, Adam Clayton, and Larry Mulllen Jr.—instead took a risk with a darker, stranger sound.
The publication described "The Fly" as a musical trailer for Achtung Baby, writing that it became "U2's first step into the Nineties, and it set the course for everything that followed."
Coming in at No. 2 was "With or Without You," the soaring ballad that helped propel U2 into stadium status and remains one of the band's most recognizable songs. "Pride (In the Name of Love)" rounded out the top three, earning praise for transforming Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy into one of rock's most enduring anthems.
The ranking arrives during a major year for the Irish rock icons. After nearly nine years between studio albums (the longest gap of their career) U2 recently returned with "Street of Dreams," the first taste of their upcoming record.
The band also received another prestigious honor in 2025 when they were named recipients of the Woody Guthrie Prize, which recognizes artists who use music to advocate for justice and social change. Announcing the award, the Woody Guthrie Center said, "U2 embodies the mission of the Woody Guthrie Prize, using music to confront injustice and inspire action."
The Tragic Story Behind the 1961 Beloved Folk Song That's Currently Going Viral
We throw the word "timeless" around a lot, but in actuality, that is completely fair for a lot of the music that came out of the '60s and '70s. Many of their concepts are universally felt and understood, to the point that they make their way into modern media in unexpected ways.
TikTok is famous for this. People pluck songs from "obscurity" as background music to help convey a feeling or emotional connotation for whatever video is being shared, and then it becomes a trend. The most recent song making the rounds is the sullen, hauntingly beautiful tune "500 Miles" (also known as "500 Miles Away from Home" or "The Railroader's Lament"), sung by none other than folk icon Joan Baez.
While it inarguably sets the tone for a thoughtful, melancholic piece of content, the story behind it is equally as beautiful and tragic.
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The Original Writer of '500 Miles'Hedy West, an American folk singer born Hedwig Grace West in Georgia, is largely credited with writing this forlorn tune.
West's story focuses on a railroader who is 500 miles from home, penniless, and too ashamed to return home broke. However, many feel it is just a metaphor for going through life and carrying general guilt and shame, not just financial struggles.
Like most folk artists, West was a bit of a cultural historian and wrote songs about her understanding of Appalachian culture, which was extremely impoverished and full of destitution, hard work, and untimely deaths.
As is common in folk music, it is reportedly a retelling of the original Appalachian song "900 Miles," another folk tune covered by Woody Guthrie and many others. It was believed to have even deeper roots, going back to the Southern United States in the 19th century.
West's original version came out in 1961 and had a country twang, but it was quickly covered by The Journeymen and the folk trio Peter, Paul, and Mary.
Just a few years later, Joan Baez's version came out on her live album in 1963. The song is considered among the most anthologized and has been covered by everyone from Johnny Cash to Justin Timberlake.
West was always considered a prolific songwriter. The Guardian reported in her obituary after her death in 2005 that, at the tender age of 12, she won a prize for ballad singing and, by her teens, was singing at folk festivals. She went to college in New York in 1959 to study music at Mannes College and drama at Columbia University, and fell heavily into the folk scene. Pete Seeger even invited her to sing with him at Carnegie Hall.
In her later years, she stopped performing due to damage done to her vocal cords by cancer.
While her work largely reflected the poor, average countrymen of the 1960s and 1970s, her music's soul remains relatable and applicable for many today.
Hannah Waddingham Shares What Went Through Her Mind the First Time She Held a Sniper Rifle on the Set of 'Ride or Die'
We all know Hannah Waddingham for her killer wardrobe, incredible vocals and Emmy-winning performance in Ted Lasso. But wielding a sniper rifle? That’s a whole different ballgame.
And the actress is the first to admit that she wasn't exactly a natural.
Speaking exclusively with Parade, Waddingham confessed to having some serious day-one nerves when she first had to handle the weapon for Prime Video’s latest action-packed series, Ride or Die. It was a hefty, physical role for a streaming service, and the Game of Thrones alum felt anything but prepared when cameras started rolling.
Luckily, Waddingham had an incredible partner in crime by her side. Octavia Spencer joined her in tackling the grueling stunt training, and the two quickly became, well, ride or die. Between intense rehearsals and long days on set, the costars forged a real-life friendship that got them through it all.
Here’s what the duo had to say about bringing the high-octane action to life.
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Waddingham’s Ride or Die character, Judith, is a highly trained assassin, a secret she keeps from her best friend, Debbie, played by Spencer. When a hit goes wrong, both women find themselves on the run.
When asked about the most challenging, unforgettable day the pair had on the fast-paced set, both actresses quickly responded, “Day one.”
“Day one, I was like, why is anyone trusting me with a sniper gun?” Waddingham quipped. “Am I really on top of a mountain? Yes, I am. And your brain's going, ‘Oh, my gosh, I can't.’”
The pressure felt intense to Waddingham, who’s never experienced such a demanding, action-heavy role before, but so did the excitement. “I'm so, like a little girl, thrilled to be actually standing on the top of a mountain shooting on something for Amazon,” she said. “And the other side of me is going, ‘I hope I don't let them down.’”
The nerves, the unknown and the drive to succeed while doing something different and out of her comfort zone were all part of what made the assassin role so enticing for the actress, however. “You’re doing things that you’ve never done before,” she explained. “And you have to just literally hold hands and just jump in.”
Both stars also discussed how the stunt training for Ride or Die was incredibly challenging, especially for Waddingham. When asked to elaborate, Spencer was quick to step in, pointing out that the combat scenes made everything more difficult for her co-star.
“It's a different thing when you have combat. And she [Waddingham] was in fights. And so…there's choreography that she had to learn. And as soon as she finished one, she was on to the next.”
Further complicating matters was the fact that Waddingham had to learn her lines, all while maintaining her hair, nails and appearance for the different scenes. With all the added pressure, Spencer said it was like “an 80-hour-a-week job squeezed into a 50-hour week.”
Waddingham agreed with her co-star, adding, “Even though…I was bracing myself for it, I couldn't have possibly braced myself enough.”
At the end of the day, though, she said that she “didn't want to let anyone down.” To get through it, Waddingham said she “had to set the bar high…and just get into it, and not let it drop, even though it was knackering me senseless.”
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Despite all the challenges the pair experienced while filming, Waddingham and Spencer said having each other on set made all the difference. Spencer was quick to point out that Waddingham was juggling an especially packed schedule, balancing stunt training (3-5 times a week) with filming, all while caring for her daughter, leaving little time to recharge.
Even so, the pair found small moments to connect, including dinners whenever their schedules allowed. More importantly, Waddingham said they created "a safe space" where they could support one another through the toughest scenes.
"We've been burnished by flame," Spencer said, adding that the experience helped forge a bond that carried over onto the screen. "We made and created a safe space for both of us to thrive in…and to try things and fail, but always be supportive of each other. And I think that is what you see on the screen."
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Walmart's 'Gorgeous' $33 Color-Changing Floor Lamp Syncs to Your Music to Set the Perfect Mood
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Looking for an easy way to refresh a room? A lighting upgrade might be all you need. Whether you’re creating a cozy reading corner, setting the mood for movie nights, or adding personality to an empty space, the right lamp can make a room feel completely different. Right now, Walmart shoppers can snag a snazzy floor lamp on a flash deal that does all that — and more.
The Sunmory 61-Inch RGBIC LED Floor Lamp is currently marked down to as low as $33, down from $60. The slim tower design fits easily into corners and provides customizable lighting, with 16 million color options, per the brand. Shoppers can choose between two styles: the round version, which is the lowest-priced option, or the square design for $38.
Sunmory 61-Inch RGBIC LED Floor Lamp, From $33 (was $60) at Walmart Shop at WalmartThis 1800-lumen lamp’s narrow 61-inch tall tower design is ideal for compact rooms, corners, or areas where a traditional floor lamp may be too large. It has customizable settings that allow you to switch between warm white and cool white lighting depending on your mood or what you’re doing.
In addition to brightening a room, this lamp helps you create the perfect atmosphere for any moment. You can easily adjust the hue, brightness, speed, or lighting effects through the remote or smartphone app. It even has a built-in microphone that syncs the lights with your favorite songs, making it easy to set the mood for everything from lively gatherings to cozy nights at home.
Shoppers appreciated how easily the lamp fits their style. "Very easy to set up, and I love the different settings that can be used to make the space unique based on my mood," one reviewer wrote. Another described the lamp as “absolutely gorgeous,” while a third said their son loved it so much they wanted to buy a second one.
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