The night of Little Big Town’s induction as members of the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee, was truly remarkable. The inaugural show featured a collaboration between Little Big Town and country superstar Vince Gill, resulting in a breathtaking rendition of “Why Me Lord.” The performance left a lasting impression, with many, including the author, experiencing goosebumps.
The quartet, comprising Karen Fairchild, Kimberly Schlapman, Jimi Westbrook, and Phillip Sweet, joined forces with Vince Gill to deliver a masterpiece. “Why Me Lord” was originally written and recorded by country legend Kris Kristofferson in 1972, and the song has been covered by numerous artists over the years. However, the rendition showcased in the video is hailed as one of the best.
The backstory behind the video reveals that Vince Gill was reportedly informed about Opry rules prohibiting artists from singing songs about Jesus, likely to avoid potentially offending non-Christian audience members. Despite this, Vince decided to proceed with the performance, and it seems the audience embraced it wholeheartedly.
For those curious to witness this exceptional collaboration, the full video is available below. Feel free to share your thoughts by leaving a Facebook comment and let us know what you think!