Kelly Clarkson Cancels Tour Dates On Doctors’ Orders: ‘I Need To Rest My Voice’

Kelly Clarkson needs to take things down a notch – according to her doctors, anyway.

The powerhouse singer announced on Friday that she had to cancel six stops on her “Piece By Piece” tour after physicians recommended she rest her voice.

Kelly took to social media to express her regrets, Tweeting that she’s “so bummed” to miss the shows and assured fans she “can’t wait to get healthy” and “see y’all on the road soon.”

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So bummed that I have to cancel some of my tour dates. This kills me, but doctors are saying I need to rest my voice! pic.twitter.com/i5byD90ssP

— Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) September 12, 2015

I can’t wait to get healthy and see y’all back on the road soon. I hate canceling…

— Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) September 12, 2015

…and I am truly sorry to my fans that have been excited to see this show.

— Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) September 12, 2015

Please know that I never cancel anything unless it’s absolutely necessary.

— Kelly Clarkson (@kelly_clarkson) September 12, 2015

The affected dates begin on Saturday and run through Sept. 20. All tickets will be refunded at their original purchase price. 

“Piece by Piece” is the eighth headlining tour for the “American Idol” winner. Kelly’s turned each concert into a special occasion with a different cover song, chosen by one lucky crowd member. A few of the highlights include Demi Lovato’s “Cool for the Summer,” Imagine Dragons’ “Radioactive” and *NSYNC’s “Bye Bye Bye.”

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“Piece By Piece” kicked off in July and will conclude in November. 

Kelly might be ready for more time off again soon. The pop star is expecting her second child with husband Brandon Blackstock. 

— Erin Biglow