Willie Nelson has had an extraordinary career spanning several decades in the industry. Remarkably, even at 90 years old, he shows no signs of slowing down. He continues to captivate audiences with his performances on stage, often collaborating with other renowned artists. However, it was a particularly special moment when he finally got the chance to perform a duet at the Luck Reunion festival in Texas. After more than 20 years since releasing his own rendition of “Rainbow Connection,” Willie Nelson had the opportunity to sing the beloved song alongside Kermit the Frog.
This song is actually from the 1979 film “The Muppet Movie,” where Jim Henson portrayed Kermit. It gained popularity and reached number 35 on the Billboard Hot 100 chart. It was also nominated for an Oscar for Best Original Song. However, Willie Nelson didn’t release his own version of the song until years later.
It was actually Nelson’s own daughter, Amy, who insisted that he record the song. This is why, back in 2001, “Rainbow Connection” found its place on his album with the same name. It’s no surprise, then, that people are thrilled to see these two legends come together on stage after all these years.
Willie Nelson and Kermit the Frog Duet Leaves Fans in Tears
As the short clip of their performance plays, one person expresses admiration for the mesmerizing silence of the audience.
“This is my Roman Empire,” another person shares, “I don’t know why, but it’s bringing tears to my eyes.”
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The delightful duet between Willie Nelson and Kermit The Frog is making waves.
