Looking Back: Kelly Clarkson and Jason Aldean’s 2010 Duet
In 2010, Jason Aldean and Kelly Clarkson hit the airwaves with “Don’t You Want to Stay.” A surprising combination, it really hit a cord with fans of both pop and country music, combining two distinctive styles to make magic. Jason Aldean had heard the song and pictured it with someone else to really make a splash. Throwing out the idea of Kelly Clarkson as a part of duet had been pure fantasy. What a surprise for Jason when his people contacted her people and made it happen. Kelly was excited yet anxious at the same time–would she like working with Jason and would he be a good person or would she be disappointed by the reality behind the music persona? The two met to record and there was an instant connection. They hit it off, enjoyed the collaboration immensely, and created a ballad that fans have thrilled to ever since. There have been many live performances since as the two stellar performers make the auditorium tremble with their strong emotions. Kelly and Jason fans are looking forward to more from the unlikely pair in the future. One thing is certain–they had a smash once, sure to set more future records.