For Pete's Sake

Melissa Etheridge debuts a new song about the Chiefs called ‘Deal With It’

Singer/songwriter Melissa Etheridge, who grew up in Leavenworth, Kansas, comes home frequently, sometimes to sing the National Anthem at a Kansas City Chiefs game. She is a diehard Chiefs fan.
Singer/songwriter Melissa Etheridge, who grew up in Leavenworth, Kansas, comes home frequently, sometimes to sing the National Anthem at a Kansas City Chiefs game. She is a diehard Chiefs fan. The Kansas City Star

The Chiefs’ quest for the first Super Bowl three-peat in NFL history has enthralled fans of the team.

It’s a much different feeling for fans of the other 31 teams as Chiefs Fatigue has set in elsewhere.

Singer-songwriter Melissa Etheridge is a lifelong Chiefs supporter and she penned a tune for fans who are sick of her beloved team. She debuted it Thursday morning on the NFL Network.

Here are part of the lyrics from Etheridge, who grew up in Leavenworth.

Now, this one’s for my dad, who really loved to see

His Chiefs from the Midwest making history

I know you’re getting tired of Brittany and Patrick and Taylor and Travis and Donna and Kylie and State Farm and what the hell is a Bundlerooski ...

But until they all retire, you’re gonna have to ... Deal With It

Deal With It and maybe someday

A little good luck is gonna come your way

But until then, take it on the chin

And just ... Deal With It

You can watch Etheridge sing the song below.

This story was originally published January 30, 2025 at 12:26 PM.

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