Country singer Ernest (Ernest Keith Smith) has told fans he felt "lost" in the weeks following his abrupt withdrawal from Ella Langley's "The Dandelion Tour". The 27-year-old shared the update on Instagram, revealing he has been leaning on his Christian faith and support from loved ones as he works through personal struggles, matter as it offers fans an explanation for his sudden departure from a high-profile tour and a rare candid look at a rising artist's mental health difficulties.

In his post, Ernest admitted he had relied too long on his "own way" of thinking rather than seeking guidance beyond himself, and said he was "digging and discovering" rather than preaching. He had previously announced he was leaving the tour to focus on his "mental to physical health", thanking Langley for having him on the road and wishing her well for the remaining dates. He said he expects to return to touring and music "soon", though Langley herself has not publicly addressed his absence from the tour.