Kenny Rogers Honored In the Most Humble Way at the Grammy Awards

Kenny Rogers had his Grammy moment at the 2021 Grammy Awards on Sunday.

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Lionel Richie took the stage at the 2021 Grammy Awards on Sunday night (March 14) to pay musical tribute to his late friend and collaborator, Kenny Rogers, singing Rogers' career-altering hit, "Lady," which Richie wrote.

The pop superstar and American Idol judge was clad in a long, black trenchcoat in front of a backdrop of Rogers on a dark, moody stage. He delivered the romantic lyric over an acoustic guitar-dominated arrangement that was very different from Rogers' piano-driven recording, while still retaining the vibe of the iconic record.

'I miss you, Kenny," Richie said somberly at the end of his performance. "I miss you, man."

Richie had already scored a long string of hits as a member of the Commodores when he began writing "Lady." His bandmates balked at recording it, having already had hits with Richie ballads including "Three Times a Lady," "Sail On" and "Still."



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[shay]

Lionel that's why you are a living legend. Such class and talent. Love you and know The Gambler is looking down on all of us with Lucile and the full bountiful crop in the Field.

[kristinamyslowski]

Lionel is an amazing man. I cannot imagine the pain he is feeling after losing one of his best friends. So emotional watching this. xoxo

[nikkimccay]

Thank u Lionel for honoring Kenny, he would be touched by your performance 💕

[ericabritton]

Thanks you Lionel you are a true legend RIP Kenny love you always

[angelaoehley]

Loved Kenny Rogers. Thank you Lionel! ☮️🎼☮️💜🎼💜

[debbiesmitherman]

Lionel what a beautiful way to honor the memories of a true legend Kenny Rogers! Until this day I still so miss him! Kenny would have been proud and honored for this beautiful tribute! RIP KENNY! 😭

[aluapbach]

Awesome man. Lionel Richie. And Kenny too. Rest easy man.

[darlenecostantino]

I loved when Kenny and Lionel sang together ❤ 😺 miss you Kenny 💔😿

[gingersnap]

Great performance Lionel. Thank you so very much.

[glodoe]

😭 so sad I love them both and I loved their friendship thank you Lionel I love u your beautiful and I love you since the beginning God bless my friend and may Kenny RIP ❤️🙏👏🏼👊🏼❤️😊

[deborahhafer]

As always Lionel you are spot on. Kenny would be pleased. We love you too.

[debbywhittet]

LOVED THIS SONG AND YOUR TRIBUTE TO KENNY ROGERS WAS BEAUTFUL!!!

[rickchipgonzalezayres]

Many memories family gatherings always remember Kenny Rogers and many country legends music families members always playing every day. Deeply missed and inspiring music

[rhondaboncutter]

I will always miss Kenny Rogers! Have loved him for years!

[atejazztheall-around]

May favorite "Lady". I will always be a number one fan of kenny rogers 💕💕💕

[jenniferleach]

I missed it, I’m so bummed !!! I love Kenny Rodgers !!May he Rest In Peace!!!🥲💔

[angelaoehley]

Thank you Lionel for Lady for Kenny Roger’s. RIP Kenny 😢

[ChasityGlenn]

Excellent job Lionel!! I know that you and Kenny Rogers were good friends, and it was really awesome to know that and to see that in the music! Thanks for writing that song!

[annastangelo]

I know that was incredibly hard to sing "Lady" without Kenny Rogers at your side. I loved him as well. RIP Kenny "Sweet Music Man"

[mariocruz]

Lionel what a beautiful tribute to one of your best collaborators. I loved the way, you would tease Kenny, for as you put it. Always stealing your part. I will never forget when Kenny shared how you came up with the second verse for Lady. And when Kenny shared it. You were so proud. I would of loved to have seen you and Kenny tour together. As you started to do your tribute to Kenny. I could hear Kenny singing your part, and you saying, see he is still doing it. Even from Heaven, he is singing my part. I can't believe on March 20, 2021, it's been 1 year. Kenny's songs and his voice will never go out of Style. Both will go on. Thank you Lionel for the wonderful tribute you did in memory and honor of Kenny Rogers.