The Mark Of An Icon Is When Your Song Rules Another Concert – Garth Brooks And Justin Timberlake Team Up For “Friends In Low Places”
It’s not every day that two music powerhouses join forces onstage to create an unforgettable night for both the live audience and the vast online community. However, that’s precisely what occurred when pop superstar Justin Timberlake was joined by country legend Garth Brooks at Nashville, Tennessee’s Bridgestone Arena. The unexpected collaboration initially surprised the crowd, but it quickly became clear that their pairing was perfect as soon as the performance began.
The collaboration took place during Justin Timberlake’s 20/20 tour, launched to celebrate his 2013 album “The 20/20 Experience”. Fans were taken aback when Garth Brooks appeared on his tour, not to perform a Timberlake hit, but to deliver one of Brooks’ biggest songs: “Friends In Low Places”. Despite the unusual combination, the performance was a huge success with the audience. Watch the video below:
At the beginning of the video, the crowd was buzzing with excitement about something—or someone—appearing offstage. When Justin responded to the crowd by saying, “I mean, this is the country music capital of the world, right?”, and strummed a few notes on his guitar, it was evident that something magical was about to happen. As Justin began to sing “Friends in Low Places,” the audience knew every word and joined in the sing-along.
“Friends in Low Places” is one of Garth Brooks’ signature songs, making him a favorite among country music fans. He has won 22 Academy of Country Music Awards and received an impressive 47 nominations throughout his extensive career. His music resonates widely, and his unique blend of pop and country has made him accessible to a broader audience. Listen to the original version of “Friends in Low Places” in the video below:
During Justin Timberlake’s performance of Brooks’ classic hit, the crowd was already ecstatic, singing along with joy. The excitement reached its peak when Brooks himself joined the stage, embraced Justin, and they continued the song together. The sense of community was strong, with the audience singing in unison, the backing musicians smiling and enjoying the moment, and both Garth and Justin delivering a true country classic together, making it a joy to watch.
Garth Brooks is renowned for his warm personality and unwavering dedication to the country music genre. He is also incredibly supportive of his fans, often going out of his way to bring joy into their lives. For example, during a performance at the Target Centre in Minneapolis, Minnesota, Brooks noticed a fan holding a sign that read, “Chemo this morning. Garth tonight. Enjoying the dance”. Brooks paused the performance to offer her words of encouragement and gifted her his guitar.
