Kelly Clarkson took the stage at the 57th ACM Awards and wowed the audience with a breathtaking rendition of “I Will Always Love You”. Kelly’s performance was one of the highlights of the show, captivating everyone there. She perfectly showcased her exceptional vocal talent without relying heavily on backup instrumentation. She let her raw vocal talent shine brightly.
As soon as Clarkson appeared on stage, the audience erupted with excitement. However, as she began singing, a hush fell over the crowd as they were spellbound by her powerful vocals. Plenty of people pulled out their phones to record this 3-minute performance while others raised their hands in applause throughout the venue. Accompanied by a pianist and guitarist, Clarkson’s performance contributed to bring an unforgettable night for everyone there.
After the show, the video of her performance was widely shared to social media and quickly went viral as fans talked about her incredible versatility as an artist. Watch her wonderful performance in the video below, which has amassed nearly 7 million views:
Scrolling through the comment section, you easily see compliments from viewers around the world. One YouTube viewer commented, “She kept the sweetness of Dolly’s version, while including the power of Whitney’s version, and all while making this performance distinctly Kelly. Just stunning.”
Another added, “Kelly knows exactly where she wants to go with a SONG & how to get there. This timeless song is SO well known. She didn’t belt, unless necessary. Didn’t over sing, or put too many runs in. Beautiful & tasteful cover by ONE of the BEST.”