Mickie James is an American country singer and professional wrestler. She commenced her career in 1999 as a valet on the independent circuit, gaining national attention in NWA: Total Nonstop Action in June 2002. She trained with Dory Funk Jr. to enhance her wrestling skills. James released the singles I Didn't Know with The Goldy lockS Band and The Lacs, Grown Ass Woman (GAW) with Chapel Hart, and I Don't Give A.