“Superwoman,” Mexican-American Roots & A Music City Story | MŌRIAH
Friend of the show MŌRIAH returned to Heart of the Gulch during CMA Fest 2026 for a conversation about “Superwoman,” her Nice Life project, Mexican-American heritage, new music, acting, and the next chapter of her career.
Reuniting with host Tony Mendoza, MŌRIAH opens up about embracing more of her culture through her music and visuals—and why family, identity and knowing your worth have become increasingly important parts of the stories she wants to tell.
Mexican-American country artist MŌRIAH during her Heart of the Gulch interview at CMA Fest 2026 in Nashville.
The Story Behind “Superwoman”
“Superwoman” represents much more than another release for MŌRIAH.
During the interview, she breaks down the experiences and relationships behind the song and the women who inspired its message.
MŌRIAH also reflects on bringing “Superwoman” into other parts of her creative life, including her TED Talk and live performance, and explains why the song connects so closely with this chapter of her career.
Mexican-American Heritage and Nice Life
Culture has become increasingly visible throughout MŌRIAH's artistry.
Through Nice Life, she explores family, El Paso and her Mexican-American heritage while finding new ways to incorporate those influences into her music, fashion and visuals.
That includes everything from charro-inspired fashion to mariachi and bilingual influences.
For MŌRIAH, incorporating Latino culture into country music isn't about forcing two worlds together. It's about allowing all the pieces of who she is to exist in the same place.
Creating Space for Latino Voices in Country Music
That led Tony and MŌRIAH into one of the most personal parts of their CMA Fest conversation: Latino representation in Nashville and country music.
Both come from backgrounds where country music and Latino culture existed side by side, creating a shared connection that takes the interview beyond a traditional artist conversation.
MŌRIAH discusses bringing culture into Nashville writing rooms, honoring family and creating space for artists who don't necessarily fit into one simple box.
As country music continues to expand, voices like MŌRIAH's are showing how Latino influences, language and traditions can become part of the genre's evolving story.
Tony Mendoza, host of Heart of the Gulch, interviews MŌRIAH about “Superwoman,” Mexican-American culture, Latino representation in country music and A Music City Story at CMA Fest 2026.
A Full-Length MŌRIAH Album Is Coming
MŌRIAH also shares what's ahead musically.
She's preparing a full-length album planned for Q1 2027, with the first singles from the project beginning to arrive in 2026.
The upcoming project continues the personal and cultural direction she's been exploring while giving listeners a larger picture of where she's heading next.
Live performances are also part of the plan, with upcoming shows across the United States and Mexico.
From Country Music to A Music City Story
Music isn't MŌRIAH's only creative world.
She continues balancing her recording career with acting and discusses preparing for another major film project.
MŌRIAH stars alongside her real-life husband Joel Smallbone of for KING + COUNTRY in the upcoming feature drama A Music City Story, filmed in Nashville.
The project brings another side of her career into focus as she continues moving between music, acting and storytelling.
MŌRIAH joins Heart of the Gulch to discuss “Superwoman,” Nice Life, her Mexican-American heritage, Latino country music and her upcoming 2027 album.
Knowing Your Worth
One of the strongest moments of the conversation has very little to do with a single, album or movie.
MŌRIAH opens up about knowing your value and refusing to compromise your worth simply because an opportunity is in front of you.
It's a lesson that extends beyond entertainment.
Building a creative career comes with uncertainty, rejection and pressure to accept whatever opportunity appears next. MŌRIAH's perspective is about understanding what you bring to the table—and being willing to protect it.
Between “Superwoman,” her upcoming album, acting, live performances and a growing connection to her Mexican-American roots, MŌRIAH is building a chapter that feels increasingly personal.
And somewhere along the way, Tony attempts to harmonize with her.
We'll let the video speak for itself on that one.
Watch MŌRIAH on Heart of the Gulch
Watch the full MŌRIAH interview from CMA Fest 2026 as she joins Tony Mendoza to discuss “Superwoman,” Nice Life, Mexican-American heritage, Latino representation in country music, her upcoming album, A Music City Story and knowing your worth.
Interview Chapters
0:00 — MŌRIAH Interview at CMA Fest 2026
1:11 — Mexican-American Heritage, Charro Fashion & Red Carpet Style
2:16 — MŌRIAH's “Superwoman” Collaborations Explained
3:14 — Inside MŌRIAH's TED Talk & “Superwoman” Performance
4:57 — “Superwoman” Explained: The Story Behind MŌRIAH's Song
8:04 — Nice Life: El Paso, Family & Mexican-American Heritage
10:07 — Bringing Mariachi & Latino Culture Into Country Music
13:13 — MŌRIAH Reveals New Album Coming in 2027
14:41 — Balancing New Music, Acting, Family & Faith
15:47 — MŌRIAH on Knowing Your Worth & Never Settling
17:57 — New Film, New Singles & MŌRIAH's 2027 Album
19:09 — Final Thoughts
Tony Mendoza is the Nashville-based host and creator of Heart of the Gulch, featuring conversations with country artists, songwriters and personalities from Nashville and beyond.
