Country royalty met country’s rising star when Brooks & Dunn and Lainey Wilson hit the stage together at CMA Fest for a powerhouse performance of “Play Something Country” — and the crowd couldn’t get enough!
🎶 “Play Something Country” — Brooks & Dunn feat. Lainey Wilson
@lexiontour @Brooks & Dunn & @Lainey Wilson performing “Play Something Country” at CMA Fest in Nashville, TN (June 5th, 2025)
From the first note, the energy was electric. Brooks & Dunn brought their signature swagger, and Lainey matched it beat for beat, strutting out in true honky-tonk fashion. The crowd roared as she joined them, bringing a fresh, fiery edge to the fan-favorite hit.
Originally released in 2005, “Play Something Country” is known for its upbeat tempo, fiery lyrics, and classic Brooks & Dunn attitude. Adding Lainey Wilson to the mix gave it a whole new level of excitement — her bold vocals and Southern grit blended seamlessly with the duo’s iconic style.
The chemistry onstage was undeniable. Lainey took command of the mic and made the anthem her own, belting out lines like she was born to sing them. With fans dancing in the stands and waving their cowboy hats, the performance felt like a true celebration of everything country music stands for — fun, freedom, and fearless expression.
Social media lit up with praise after the performance, with fans calling it one of the best collabs of the night. “Lainey Wilson and Brooks & Dunn are a match made in honky-tonk heaven!” one fan tweeted.
The performance reminded everyone that while Brooks & Dunn are country legends, they’re still as fresh and fiery as ever — especially when teaming up with artists like Lainey, who are shaping the next generation of country music.
