I don't recall where I read it but apparently Chris was REALLY nervous about performing at the awards show and was going to decline. Justin encouraged his good friend Chris that he should do it. And then Chris said he would but only if Justin would join him. He agreed and they made history. Amazing performance. 🔥🔥

@Agucci_1

Жыл бұрын

I also heard that the producers gave them two slots for the performance. I think they one it would be huge! They blew the roof off!!!

@Ilovebeans5673

Жыл бұрын

He’s got really bad stage fright from what I’ve read

@Agucci_1

Жыл бұрын

@@Ilovebeans5673 I think so too. I also heard when they came to him to perform he said he would if he could bring Justin on. Best decision ever!!

@MsWarriordiva

11 ай бұрын

@@Ilovebeans5673 and that's why his wife sings with him, too. She's the one who originally got him to perform. He's always been the writer in the background.

@shawnuel

8 ай бұрын

FYI: Stapleton has lived in Nashville for several years but he was born and raised in East Kentucky. All conference football player and class valedictorian.

You were not obnoxious. I have listened to this so many times, and I STILL get chills from it. It truly was an 11. And, of course Chris Stapleton’s National Anthem? Pure America.

Justin Timberlake is absolutely amazing! And my lord them together is absolutely fantastic!

Don’t ignore Morgan’s Stapleton on background vocals. Three amazing performers on that stage. I was jumping up and down in my living room watching this live. Definitely one for the history books. Watching you experience pure joy is never annoying

@berlyn3014

Жыл бұрын

Got that right! I was at home and have to give them a standing ovation.

@orangepeel3465

Жыл бұрын

Morgane IS AMAZING IN HER OWN RIGHT AS A SINGER SONGWRITER!

@knowbody5292

6 ай бұрын

I'm not familiar with the Stapleton's work but great observation. That lady can really sing and should be commended for gracefully adding her talent to the piece, filling out a full and rich sound without detracting from the primary vocals in this song. I'll have to check for her solo work and compositions where she is the lead.

@dilleydoll1001

2 ай бұрын

Her voice reminds me of Stevie Nicks.

That was probably the greatest CMA performance still to this day, watching it live that night was insane. The thing was that was really Chris Stapleton's first big debut, he wasn't very well known before that, and that launched him into the stratosphere. He and JT are good friends and they have another song you check out called "Say Something" it's awesome. Most people don't give JT credit for his Blues side, but he has it and he knows how to use it. Great reaction to wake us up this day!! ❤

@Lisa-ld1mn

Жыл бұрын

Amen Amen and Amen!!!!

@judyjones1044

Жыл бұрын

First time I heard Chris and Morgane Stapleton was this performance. Fell in love with both of them. Such an unbelievable performance 😊

@donna3465

Жыл бұрын

@@judyjones1044 I had never seen them before either.

@alesiaking5578

Жыл бұрын

Chris COLD is a close second.

@alicer1391

Жыл бұрын

@@alesiaking5578Honestly, between Cold, Tennessee Whiskey, and Say Something, I absolutely CANNOT choose. I’ve been listening to all three on repeat. Cold May *just* have the edge cuz the way he makes the guitar sing is SICK! Like BB King must be smiling on him for sure!

It’s one of the greatest performances on an awards show and a great story of how it came to happen. Chris told his wife that he was a little nervous about doing this show and she told him to invite one of his friends to perform with him. He didn’t want to ask any one being the humble guy that he is. His wife said ask Justin. And pop goes the weasel!

Stapleton is by far the best ever vocally. But JTs confidence on stage is unmatched. I love JTs reaction when Chris belts out during drink you away 😅

@cjayj442

Жыл бұрын

JT is a Class A performer. So good how he can get everyone, from the band, to the backup singers, to the audience, hyped up. A skill not many performers have. Not to that level, anyway. 😀

@steverisner5634

Жыл бұрын

Chris is not from Tennessee. He’s from Kentucky.

@kelb1880

9 ай бұрын

@@steverisner5634 The funny thing is that JT is from Memphis. I know he spent a lot of his growing years in Orlando but he is from the TOWN of Blues.

@sharonmullins1957

8 ай бұрын

So sweet that JT sang with Chris. From what I understand is Chris has stage fright, so JT said he would support him.

This was lightning in a bottle. There are very few times in music, especially live that captures artists experiencing the pure joy of their craft. Everyone on that stage went to another level and the audience was in awe, because it is so rare.

@adamleen595

Жыл бұрын

100%. They were literally on another level or in a different zone than normal. They couldn’t do any better. That was literally epic. I don’t know if I’ve ever heard a level of music this performance got to

@lynnpark8849

8 ай бұрын

Check out "Lynrd Skynrd live at Oakland Coliseum" doing "Freebird"

@AlRozon

7 ай бұрын

Completely agree .. this is one of those things, where , they thought... we better not eff this up ... and they just KILLED IT!

Chris Stapletons' wife has a TREMENDOUS voice!!!

The reason this is so good is not just because of the Chris Stapleton/JT combo, it's all those musicians on the stage too. It's like the perfect talent storm, a bunch of true musicians just jamming away having the time of their lives. It's like they're all just in someone's house. It's just pure music , without ego. Also, Chris Stapleton's voice is like butter, it just melts me, but when he sings with Morgane....it's no wonder they fell in love, that's pure soul food.

JT cant helps but be GREAT! He's from Memphis! Home of the Blues and Elvis!! It's in his blood and soul!! Chris, his Quern Morgan, JT and the bands!! Fan - Fre--- -tastic!!!! 🔥 💯💯💯💯😍

I agree, the entire thing is mind blowing. Love your reactions! Yes, that is Morgane Stapleton, an unbelievably gifted singer as well. In my humble opinion she doesn't get enough credit/recognition.

Something I've always noticed about this video was when Chris hits that high note, and we get to see Morgane's reaction to it. She's so happy he just did what he did. She almost laughs in amazement.

@TiesSaalmink

Жыл бұрын

Whats the time stamp of that in the original video? :)

It wasn't annoying to hear you enjoying this - it's fun when people discover it for the first time and you get to share in the energy and disbelief over what a once-in-a-lifetime performance this was. Lightning in a bottle! Chris' "coming out" party, if you will. This is when he came to the notice of the public even though he'd been around, in two bands and writing songs for others for years. Now if we could just get Morgane her own "coming out" party - I would buy separate albums with her as the lead, as well as Chris'!

@Lisa-ld1mn

Жыл бұрын

Yes- from your mouth to anyone who can get Morgane out on her own (with Chris backing her)!

@Melly01

Жыл бұрын

@Southern REBEL Yes, I have! I love it!

Hands down one of best live performances in history. The singers, the band, the audience, everything was just on fire! Absolute perfection!

Country Artists have never been about Egos. It’s always been collaboration, holding one another up, and making great music! Long before this, we had CMT Crossroads, where Country Artists are paired with Artists from other genres. Fabulous Concerts! So, this was going on long before this performance.

@Linda-oc2zh

Жыл бұрын

what are you a pyschologist ? CA have never been about egos ,they hold each other up . I think we know this has been going on long before this show its common sense longer than Justin has been alive.

Wasn't that just the very best of the best? I have watched this performance a few times and it wows me every time. Chris's wife Morgane also has the most amazing voice. Pure talent. ❤

@kytread

Жыл бұрын

She has a great voice and is definitely overlooked far too often.

We still watch it quite often, it was probably the best performance I’ve ever seen on the CMA’s, and J.T. Is such a great performer as well !

The BEST collaboration ever on any awards show period!! The crowd were on the floor the whole time. The band was amazing and you can tell every single person were having the best time. I can’t say enough about this performance. Watched it a couple hundred times atleast. The other song Say Something was so darn good. It was done live and in one take. Only True professionals can’t do that.

Absolutely the best performance ever!!!!!!!!!! So glad you liked it.

One of my favorite things in this video is JT keeping the backing band in it all the time. Just masterful all the way around by everyone involved.

Mrs. Stapleton singing beautifully as usual. She always helps make this song as wonderful as it is.

Yes that is Morgane, you should listen to her song with Chris live CMA. I think! She is a great singer/songwriter in her own right, she is always Chris's backup singer also! Thanks 💯👍💕

These two did another video together called "Say Something" shot live in one take and it's beyond impressive .

Brother getting to re-experience this magical moment through your eyes was awesome. Justin is our Frank Sinatra and when this happened I was walking through my TV room when my wife had the CMA's on and I stopped dead in my tracks.. I figured if Justin was performing with this man I should listen. A truly magical moment in music. So glad you got exposed to it.. Did you know Adele covered one of his songs.. if it hadn't been for love... he is an incredible song writer

Serious credit needs to be given to the band. They are BEYOND tight, they are perfection! They love playing together here.

Stapleton was writing music for other artists for almost two decades before this performance. His wife Morgan is the reason he finally started show his talents. Thank god for her

The woman singing is Chris’s wife. 😊 " Say Something " is a song recorded by American singer-songwriter Justin Timberlake featuring vocals by fellow American singer-songwriter Chris Stapleton. It was released on January 25, 2018, as the third single from his fifth studio album Man of the Woods (2018) along with its music video. ONE TAKE…RECORDED IN ONE TAKE and this video is AMAZING!

I remember watching this live, I actually stumbled on it because I don't usually watch CMA award shows, and I was jumping up and down because it was raw, blistering energy and yet so polished. I enjoyed reliving it here. Thank you!

The most Electric performance I've watched in a long time! I never knew Justin could do that, what a treat! They had the whole place rocking! ❤️❤️❤️

An instant classic. This is one for the best live performances ever for sure.

The woman singing is Chris Stapletons wife. This performance was amazing. They live in Leipers Fork, TN next door to each other. They are very good friends.

His wife doesn't get near enough credit for her spotless backing vocals. Great reaction.

Best concert I've ever seen.. I went only knowing one stapleton song....this one. I thought I died and went to heaven....he was amazing for lack of better words!

This is DOPE with Justin and Chris! ❤🎸 🎸

I just saw this and when I originally saw this performance was the night it was first performed at the CMAs!!!! I was sooooooooo excited!! I fell in love with Chris Stapleton!! He's now one of my most favorites!!! I recorded the original and I play it ALL THE TIME!!! Yay for you!!!!! 🥰😍🤩🤪🤠❤❤❤❤

This is one of those performances that 75 yrs from now they will still be watching saying how good it is. Truly is one of the greatest ever caught on video.

This is by far my favorite performance EVER!! They blew me away...

The BEST thing I ever seen at an awards show. This was amazing. It had me feeling every emotion out there. THAT JUST HAPPENED!

Chris and his wife harmonize so so well together

my all time favorite live performance of all time... and you know half way through this ... JT knew they could do no wrong, and just WENT ALL OUT! AND THAT was JT's band .... so effin' good!

One of the greatest performances of ALL TIME ❤❤❤

Not annoying at all. I enjoyed every moment with you even though I've watched this over and over. Seeing people enjoying something so new to them is a blessing. Gives me hope for the future

Chris is a very humble sweet man.

I've loved this performance since I saw it that night! It might have been the first time I listened to Chris Stapleton. These guys killed it! If you need a pick-me-up listen to this.

I still enjoy this so much. All their peers became fans at a concert.

Luke Combs said that this performance right here may have been what led to the new country that has been coming out (Hardy, Morgan Wallen, himself). What do you think?

@CrashCourseFarm

Жыл бұрын

Probably a good statement.

@CrashCourseFarm

Жыл бұрын

@sebs. You're wife will love this ... Justin and Chris are really good friends .... Chris wad a "birthday gift" to Justin one year... true story lol and they hit it off and have been friends every since.

@Melly01

Жыл бұрын

I think it's funny that there's another iteration of "new country." New country referred to Garth Brooks, Big & Rich, Shania Twain, Faith Hill, Tim McGraw, Blake Shelton, et al, back in the 90s. However, what is happening now is undeniably different than what was going on then, adding in elements of hip-hop, metal, more pop, etc. I'm not opposed, but they are different categories. It really depends on how old you are what "new country" means. LOL. I think Johnny Cash, Hank, Willie and Waylon would disagree that this is THE new country. LOLOL. It's all good. Life evolves. I happen to love Hardy with his metal influence mixed with country. The rest of it ... meh. So much sounds the same. They all sound like Hardy. LOL

The CMA's pair two completely different genres for a mash up. Can be a pop/country, rock/country etc. They each do each other's song. Gonna see Chris June 8th. I work at an amphitheater I get to see 20 shows a year and get paid for it. 😂

I saw this the night it was broadcast and still go back and watch it over and over. Flawless. Yes, I still get the goose bumps.

I remember them talking about this on my local radio the next morning, it blew everyone away, they tore the stage out of that joint! That band was incredible, just an amazing live performance.

That belt by chris towards the end of drink you away gives me chills EVERY. SINGLE. TIME.

Best awards show performance ever for me. Both can sing their butts off and the songs are so complimentary. You really need to check out Stapleton doing it's a mans mans mans world.

Never saw this before. Excellent collaboration! Such different voices but oh so good together!

Best live performance ever!

My feet tappin my eyes crying and my body movin and my soul filled with joy wow

His Wife’s Vocals are insane, Too. They all sound amazing Together, What an Amazing Trio.

Every time I hear this I get emotional. Lol. Don’t know why. But this reaches a level in music that I don’t hear much. It’s a totally different zone. This is magical for real. It’s so good it’s hard to describe. Best performance I’ve ever heard/seen.

I remember watch I remember watching this live and got the chills all over my body even on my cheeks of my face. Unbelievable !

One of the best collaborations I've ever heard

My favorite performance by any artists ever!

This performance truly is one of those Iconic live performances nobody is going to forget and people will listen to for decades.And the ending by Timberlake was really perfect end to that performance You should also check out Stapleton with the Steel drivers.

Chris Stapleton is the best live performer I’ve ever witnessed. If you ever get a chance to see him in person, do it! And yes, that’s his wife…always at his side and she’s got a beautiful voice too😊

The amazing thing about this performance was they elevated each other. It was a series of one-upsmanship in the best way. We all know JT is multi-talented but when he comes to the CMAs he gets to just focus on his music, which he never gets to do anywhere else. CS is just the purest voice out there. He doesn't sing the songs. He pours out his heart and soul with every run.

I’m glad you enjoyed it so much! I had a feeling you might 😊 I watch it over and over. I felt like you the first time I saw during the broadcast.

Greatest live performance I've ever watched on live tv!!

You have to check out the video Say Something with these two awesome performers! It was done in one take! Amazing!

Happened to catch this live in 2015 and lemme tell you I was on my feet in my living room covered in goosebumps cheering at what I had just witnessed!!

To say this performance was powerful would be the biggest understatement of the year!!! Even amazing doesn't describe it but that's all I can come up with. My God what a performance!!

1 month prior to this I paid $27 at a little bar in Bayon Rouge to see Chris Stapleton. Followed Chris as a songwriter and his band the Steeldrivers way before this. This performance changed the trajectory of his career forever and no longer has to sell tickets for $27.

Country singers know real talent and know when to appreciate. Plus they know how to have a dang good time. Keep living in the country world it never lets you down

Remember watching this that night and was like “WOW”!!

The one thing I love about the country music awards show, is that they do not discriminate about enjoying the music. They've had famous singers from other genres do collaborations (like this one), and the ENTIRE audience always knows the song! They are so supportive of all the music, not just country/bluegrass/folk. And you can look out at the audience, and almost every shot at least one person is singing along completely lost in the music (this song they were riffing so hard that no one could keep up with them, so they just watched the greatness that was unfolding in front of them. They knew it was a performance of a lifetime).

If you haven't heard "Say Something" that Justin and Chris recorded together, it's a must. They're great together!

I watched it live back then and my wife and I were floored. I must have rewound it 3 or 4 times to watch it over and over again and then fast forwarded it to catch up live.

This is the best performance on a damn award show of all time period. I was at a hotel so away from all family on business. At end my cell wouldnt work because my wife myself my mom and my daughters were all calling combinations of each other

If this wasn't the best CMA performance ever, it was WAY up there. I was watching the show on tv that night and I had to stand up and give a standing ovation even here at home. Chris and Justin sound amazing together. I will listen to anything they do together. You weren't annoying at all. You were blown away by the music and how could you not be?

One of my favorite performances ever 🔥🔥🖤

This performance was the first time I heard Chris Stapleton, I have been a fan ever since!

Justin and Chris - Say Something Video was taped Live in one take.

From the first televised time to right now and all 10, 000 times in between this is still my favorite music moment ever! This whole CMA show that year had country acts paired up, 2nd best that night was Kelly Clarkson & Jason Aldean.

Yes at 09.00 minute mark , that was Jerry Douglas God of the Dobro giving His Nod of Approval. You probably don't realize who he is so...from wiki "Gerald Calvin "Jerry" Douglas (born May 28, 1956) is an American Dobro and lap steel guitar player and record producer. He is widely regarded as "perhaps the finest Dobro player in contemporary acoustic music, and certainly the most celebrated and prolific." A fourteen-time Grammy winner, he has been called “dobro’s matchless contemporary master,” by The New York Times, and is among the most innovative recording artists in music, both as a solo artist and member of numerous bands, such as Alison Krauss and Union Station and The Earls of Leicester. He has been a co-director of the Transatlantic Sessions since 1998. In addition to his fourteen solo recordings, Douglas has played on more than 1,600 albums.As a sideman, he has recorded with artists as diverse as Garth Brooks, Ray Charles, Eric Clapton, Phish, Dolly Parton, Susan Ashton, Paul Simon, Mumford & Sons, Keb' Mo', Ricky Skaggs, Elvis Costello, Tommy Emmanuel, James Taylor and Johnny Mathis, as well as performing on the O Brother, Where Art Thou? soundtrack and the follow up "Down From the Mountain" tour with Alison Krauss and Union Station. He has collaborated with various groups including The Whites, New South (band), The Country Gentlemen, Strength in Numbers, and Elvis Costello's "Sugar Canes". "

This is one of the best moments in music history. Dude. Are you on a treadmill? Great idea but how funny!. Anything with Chris Stapleton is too of the crop. JT is so great with him. What a duo.

You weren't annoying at all I'm glad to someone react like me. There is so much excitement and energy in this performance. I was standing up in my living room like I was in the audience. My kids started yelling at me for waking them up.

It was a mind blowing epic performance on live tv @ CMA s incredible & unforgettable I love me some Justin Timberlake & Chris Stapleton 🙌🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽🙌🏽 🎶music is life ! 🎶

Tryly one of THE greatest live performances of our lifetime! The sound that comes out of Chris body at 9:40 ain’t from this earth! So glad you finally got to experience this performance!

Listen to the not live version and you can hear all the feeling Chris puts into this song. It’ll make your skin crawl!!

This is the reaction video I've been waiting for since you discovered Chris Stapleton. They absolutely killed this!

This performance is soooo fantastic! Hope it's both 🎵

Your reactions have officially gotten into my veins. Great stuff, mate 😊

I was blessed to attend a Chris Stapleton concert in Charlottesville, VA with my teenage son and twin sister pre-Covid and it was A-MA-ZING! Chris' abilities are other-worldly and his talent knows no boundaries. He is, without a doubt, one of my all-time favorite artists across all genres.

I’m 51 and have seen countless concerts, live performances etc…and I think this is the finest live awards show performance of all time. Its flawless.

The song Tennessee Whiskey was written by Dean Dillon and Linda Hargrove. The song has been recorded by David Allan Coe (1981), George Jones (1983), and Chris Stapleton (2015). Chris Stapleton's version is my FAVORITE!

Chris Stapleton became my new favorite singer from the very first time I heard him sing! The guy is untouchable!!!

Best live performance ever. His wife Morgan who sings with them is amazing on her own!

Wife of Chris is Singing with .Pure Excellence 👌💯✨🙏✨✨🙏✨🙏✌️🙏✌️💞

I agree… one of the best live TV performances ever. It’s not often that you see & feel that kind of energy come at you right thru the tv screen.

This is by far my favorite live performance. The band that performed is Justins and they were absolutely in the pocket. I loved your reaction because it mirrored my reaction the first time I heard it. Thank you!!

I love that this is at an awards show so it shows how good it is that the professionals that fill the crowd, many of which may be there to win awards, are so into the performance. Can't help but be into this! EDIT: I literally made this comment 10 seconds before you basically said the same thing lmao.

The first time I heard this was the 2015 CMAs. I had never heard of Chris and was in another room when this came on. I heard a voice (Chris) that grabbed my soul and ran into the living-room to see who was singing. Since that moment, Chris continues my all time favorite voice. BUT THIS performance just rocks my world now and forever. Not only was it monumental, but they were having a BLAST performing together!!! Everyone was loving it. Chris can sing duets with anyone and has! And yet, he’s still a humble man. I’ll go to my grave following him. 🤗

The backing band was really into this as well…not just the audience…see the enthusiasm and joy they have on their faces and in their movements….rarely do we see the backing musicians respond like this.