Shania Twain Teams Up With Willie Nelson For 'Blue Eyes Cryin' In The Rain' Performance In '03

Aug 12, 2020 by apost team

Back in 2003, Willie Nelson and Shania Twain performed a duet of Blue Eyes Cryin’ In The Rain at the Beacon Theatre in New York City.

If ever there were two country music legends or even just musical legends in general, it would be Shania Twain and Willie Nelson. The former came together with the latter to celebrate Nelson's entrance into his 7th decade of life. In fact, musicians from around the country, both country music artists and artists from genres other than country, joined forced to create an unforgettable night of music, dancing, and fun — all meant to celebrate Willie Nelson, himself.

While Shania Twain went so far as to perform with Willie himself, others came out in droves to pay tribute to the legend. From crooners such as Norah Jones, Ray Charles, and Elvis Costello to rock legends like Eric Clapton, Steven Tyler, and ZZ Top.

Other artists who came to celebrate Willie Nelson were performers who are legendary in their own right, like Kenny Chesney, Ray Price, John Mellencamp, and Paul Simon. Shania Twain, however, took things up a notch when she joined Willie Nelson on stage.

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The crowd waited with bated breath as the two joined forces on stage. They had so many different musical numbers to choose from, and fans were ready. Out of all of the performances of the night, and there were many, none stood out quite like the duet between Willie Nelson and Shania Twain, country music royalty at its finest.

After what felt like a million years of waiting (but was actually only a few moments of time), Shania Twain and Nelson began performing one of Willie Nelson's own hits. Straight from the 1975 classic album, Red Headed Stranger, they began performing.

Side by side, they performed the 1975 hit song, Blue Eyes Cryin’ In The Rain. This song undoubtedly has a place in Nelson's heart, as it is one that really kick-started his career as a country music performer in his own right, according to KXRB. In fact, it was the first of Nelson's own songs that made it to the top of the charts and even landed at number one. Before the song released on the now renowned album, Red Headed Stranger, Nelson was primarily a songwriter for other artists such as Roy Orbinson, Billy Walker, and Patsy Cline. 

While Twain sang, Nelson played guitar for his hit. It was clear that Twain was singing with a personal hero of hers, as she sang her heart out. It's not every day that a music legend turns 70. Willie Nelson's music draws people together, just as his birthday drew musical talent from around the country together. As he and Twain performed together, it became clear that his influence extends beyond generations.

If you know someone who loves country music and could use a pick me up, show them this video of two legends harmonizing together.