Reba McEntire lit up Nashville’s Bridgestone Arena on May 29 as she kicked off the very first Music City Rodeo with a powerhouse performance full of heart, humor, and a whole lot of country spirit. The 70-year-old legend delivered a high-energy 18-song set that celebrated five decades of hits—and gave fans a surprise they’ll never forget.
Decked out in fringe, turquoise, and plenty of sparkle, Reba opened with “Turn On The Radio” and immediately had the crowd on their feet. From classics like “You Lie” and “Fancy” to unexpected covers of Aretha Franklin and Dua Lipa, her set was as dynamic and timeless as her career.
But the highlight of the night came when Reba teased the crowd by asking, “Wouldn’t it be great if they were here tonight?”—right before Miranda Lambert and Lainey Wilson strutted onstage. The crowd went wild as the trio performed their fierce new anthem “Trailblazer” together for the very first time. The performance was pure fire, and fans couldn’t stop cheering.
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For Reba, the moment was personal. A proud “rodeo brat,” her roots run deep—her father and grandfather were both champion rodeo riders. The debut of Nashville’s first-ever PRCA-sanctioned rodeo was a full-circle celebration of her heritage.
The Music City Rodeo itself is a groundbreaking event, blending the excitement of professional rodeo with the star power of country music. Over three days, fans will see everything from barrel racing to bull riding—plus headline performances by Jelly Roll and Tim McGraw, who co-founded the event alongside Reba.
Reba closed her set with a rousing rendition of “Why Haven’t I Heard From You” and an emotional, crowd-wide sing-along to “Fancy.” With that, night one of the Music City Rodeo came to a spectacular close—leaving fans buzzing and country music history made.
