Las Vegas, Nevada – At the 59th Academy of Country Music Awards, Dua Lipa surprised the audience by joining Chris Stapleton in a performance of his hit song “Think I’m in Love with You.” The collaboration, which took place onstage, was revealed to have been Dua Lipa’s idea during a backstage interview. This unexpected pairing between the pop and country artists has generated excitement amongst fans, with news outlets reporting that a duet between the two musicians is set to be released in the near future.
Prior to this collaboration, Dua Lipa had recently released her latest album, “Radical Optimism,” where the artist expressed a desire to explore new musical genres outside of disco. In contrast, Chris Stapleton’s recent work included a collaboration with the writers of “Jimmy Kimmel Live!” on an ode to actor John Stamos. Stapleton’s nominations at the ACMs included entertainer of the year, male artist of the year, album of the year, and artist-songwriter of the year, showcasing his versatility and impact in the country music scene.
Both Dua Lipa and Chris Stapleton are scheduled to headline the Austin City Limits music festival in October, cementing their status as prominent figures in the industry. The unexpected yet highly anticipated collaboration between the two artists reflects a growing trend of genre-blending in music and the power of cross-branding opportunities to create unique and memorable experiences for audiences worldwide. Fans can look forward to hearing the duo’s upcoming release and witnessing their chemistry on stage at future live performances.