Kenny Rogers & Lionel Richie Duet on “The Gambler” Live | CMT Crossroads

Kenny Roger’s quintessential song “The Gambler” took on a whole new sound when he took the stage with Lionel Richie for CMT Crossroads, filmed at Nashville’s famed Ryman Auditorium.
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Great music knows no boundaries. CMT Crossroads shows the far-reaching roots of country music by pairing country artists with musicians from other genres. Each episode will feature a different set of stars playing together, swapping stories and sharing their common love of music.

[@ipurpleyou4174]

I'm so sad for Lionel loosing one of his best friends, RIP Kenny🙏🙏🙏

[@cathyl2338]

Watched a recent interview with Lionel talking about losing his friend. Loved his honesty. I watched here on KZbin.

[@j.rbrooks300]

Yeah I feel sorry for Lionel and Dolly, great friendships he had with both of them, I still can't get over Kenny's passing, I wanted to see him live and meet him, country legend and hero of mine, R.I.P. Kenny miss ya ❤

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

@@j.rbrooks300 I saw Kenny twice when he was with The First Edition! I sure love that man!

[@seriousjokes4800]

truth

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Kenny was great in concert!

[@sarahjane8086]

I started listening to Kenny Rogeri when I was 19. I am now 63..

[@barrymarcus553gmail8]

Hello Sarah how do you feel when listening to this beautiful song?

[@nicidevine6670]

I 67 years old and I am still listening to this song and I love it so much

[@CountryHits86]

@@nicidevine6670 So many memories with this song... R.I.P. Kenny ❤

[@elenabibescu1848]

He is the best, I am from Romania.

[@mjwiech]

I'm 79...

[@terrimac380]

Who didn't like Kenny Rogers?!? Awesome duet!

[@noahfreddie6851]

Hello 👋. How are you?

[@michaelbolton534]

Hey you Terri..

[@Sch586]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Countrygospelplaylist]

To the person who is listening to this, may God take care of you, enlighten you, bless you, your family all your life and for eternity.

[@oliviachetcuti225]

& to you too. Amen 🙏🏻

[@nicolasrubio5724]

Amén 🙏🏽🔥❤ for you too

[@frankamaktoolik6272]

Kenny’s giggle when he saw Lionels moves at 1:13🤣 awesome crossroad duet

[@DarianCaplinger]

This is what racial equality should have always been like. There wasn't a moment of racism between them, and when Kenny's baby was born, he went to pick up Lionel and take him for a ride. After a while, Lionel asked Kenny why he wasn't out spending time with his friends. Kenny replied by saying, "YOU are my best friend." Of course history knows Lionel wrote Lady for Kenny, but they shared a friendship closer to brothers than just men. I grew up on Kenny and Lionel and Dolly. I grew up on Whitney and the Bee Gees. I grew up on Mozart and Beethovan and Handel and many other composers, musicians and artists. We all miss you, brother Kenny. I look forward to hearing you again.

[@stealthotrapo9123]

Uh yeah your not wrong

[@rentoshine2038]

👍👌👏..VERY WELL SAID SIR..🙏🥀

[@rik4369]

He was one of my favorite " Story Tellers" of all time. Miss him much!

[@maryannethomas6705]

I miss Kenny so much and the relationship these two had was wonderful.

[@ralphabreu5022]

Kenny Rogers songs told a story that had meaning.. RIP Kenny

[@survivrs]

If you close your eyes and just listen, Kenny's voice sounds just like it did 40 years ago. His voice is so easy to recognize and I love it so much.

[@fientjemamahit5610]

Legend 🙏🙏

[@justinealiba6744]

Country music for life

[@DavidSmith-nk2rc]

Hello Justine. How are you doing?

[@Countrygospelplaylist]

Hey, you. Whoever’s reading this, this is your sign. Everything’s gonna be okay. You did not come this far to give up. I believe in you.

[@_BMS_]

Thanks. Needed that.

[@Roadmen-Beats]

@@_BMS_ same

[@bfettrulez6734]

Wow great duet. Lionel Richie’s voice totally fits in quite well.

[@davidwarner3326]

The song wasn't even originally recorded by Kenny. Lionel wrote a lot of Kenny's songs later.

[@shirleenanderson1430]

J😢😢😮😮😮😮😅😅😅😅

[@roselevin3063]

​@@shirleenanderson1430 0:20

[@roselevin3063]

Beautiful

[@JeanDepew]

You've got a bright future ahead! 🌠

[@angelika_munkastrap4634]

I had no idea Lionel was so funny lol this must have been an awesome concert to go see. With two fabulous greats like them

[@MetalMonkey]

Lionel hasn't aged since the 70's

[@cathyl2338]

I know. Watched some of his live concerts. Don’t know how he’s defying aging but he’s amazing b

[@orbital16]

As black dont crack as Asian dont raisin..satisfies the mystery.

[@charliem.7492]

Yes, it's called getting plastic surgery!

[@felicitymemela1963]

Charlie M. No its called "black don't crack" 😔

[@adamszw1019]

@@cathyl2338 ąxz bo. I

[@survivrs]

I was stunned to learn what close friends Kenny and Lionel were. Lionel took his death hard, and as a fan of both of them, my heart broke for him. We watched the show on CMT last night and it was a nice tribute to Kenny. They had a lot of fun during the 30+ years of their friendship. I think my favorite performance of the night was Dolly singing/playing "Sweet music man". #RIPGambler

[@row759]

Why neither Lionel or Kenny never made it a secret that they good friends. As matter of fact, Lionel wrote the song "Lady" directly for Kenny.

[@survivrs]

@@row759 Do you know the story behind that song????? Let me find the link real quick. kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJSbeoFje9OFn8U Are there any other things you think are secrets? They were very close friends right up to the day Kenny died. Do some research on here, and you will find more clips that shows how close they were. Look up the original "We are the world". Kenny and Lionel were together for that also. Enjoy!

[@ladyzeadams7380]

@@survivrs by gut

[@nicolaeiancu9430]

Nici

[@dmoney668]

Wow - well said!

[@c5d53g2e]

The gambler, he broke even. And I still can't stop crying.

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Have loved Kenny since he was with First Edition! Love him and Lionel together! Miss Kenny!

[@davidsimon9185]

Wow that's beautiful How are you doing?

[@kellyjason5174]

Hello Rhonda How are you doing?

[@joneswilliam71]

Kenny is a genius ,he's good at what he desires,that's the music life flowing in is blood

[@saadousalifou8368]

Ly U ki kkl

[@bevonroberts8312]

@@joneswilliam71 sox

[@viviankemboi-i3o]

Wow much love❤

[@SuperGaleford]

It’s always awesome to see someone cross genres and do it this well.

[@EddieArafa]

I was tearing up a little! RIP sir we love you ❤️❤️❤️

[@gospelcountrymusic2708]

The person who is reading this comment , i wish you great success , health, love and happiness

[@chiefstain]

Love to you, stay happy =)

[@maureenroach3354]

My kind of music he is a great artist. I love all his music. ❤

[@WillockRudger-qu9li]

Hello how are you doing today

[@karledehm6315]

Rest in peace Kenny Rogers. You will always be remembered 😔

[@uzzy1354]

The Gambler is my favourite country song

[@stiflersm0m193]

RIP Kenny Roger's thank you for leaving behind an amazing legacy and amazing library of music that has a real message.

[@anuholder5346]

best country song ever💕💕

[@iconicprince8912]

The two greatest 🙌

[@annegriffin6172]

Seriously they are hysterical...Lionel is Kenny’s brother..

[@bradpaisley9989]

Thanks for the great love and support you show me as a special fan of mine, I hope you won't stop listening to my music, and thanks for your sincere

[@jamesstokel3577]

Hello Anne, how are you doing today??

[@freddave9330]

Hello Anne

[@walkerthompson753]

Nice one , actually I’m really depressed right now, lost a coworker. very devastating , Needed someone to talk to

[@bradpaisley9989]

@@walkerthompson753 how are you doing

[@McCoyGamingExperience]

Man, that harmony is on point. This song was made for great harmonies between great artists like Kenny, and Lionel

[@mummytut8255]

The world will never forget u our Country King Mister Rogers 😭💖🙏 As an 80's kid my Dad brought me up listening to Mr Rogers ❤ Will be forever grateful for the joy he and his music has brought to my life xxx

[@syedabdulraqeeb9243]

Same here I'm 22

[@larrydavid2958]

Hello mummytut how are you doing?

[@michaelbolton534]

That's so amazing...

[@divinusadivinitas5823]

Thank you yours thanks thank you verry mutch. Danke Dankeschön .. tausenden und immer wieder vielen lieben lovely thanks. Shukran .

[@aminahchimpinde9256]

So much talent on one stage Legends never die Rip Kenny Rogers

[@richardmaxbollahthompson5291]

So beautiful

[@jazjasmine9496]

Makes me smile every time I hear it. Great philosophy for life! Kenny has such an unique, easily recognizable voice. He will be missed. Love it and him! Great fun duet!!

[@Mr.Twister.former.minister]

1:07 this moment 😂😂

[@dsgamingsikkim3956]

Fav since 90s ❤️ uptil my last breath I will listening country songs like rogers ,Lionel and Don willams

[@huycauca]

RIP Kenny Roger, you brought me to the Country Music Your music will always be remembered

[@bannerramai1591]

Best advice from a fantastic song!!!!

[@noirjacques3274]

Great duet, gentlemen! I could listen to that ALL NIGHT LONG! 👏🙊👏

[@CountryHits86]

Kenny Rogers is and always will be The King of Country Music!!

[@heatherclayton2750]

Please rest in peace Kenny happy life Lionel. ❤️ Trenton;NJ.

[@gbtyresinc]

Sending love right back did you attend any concert?

[@jacksonhaslam2753]

One of the many reasons I love Kenny. So many artists would do a concert in very revealing outfits showing off half their body or super fluffy and big outfits or very bedazzled outfits. And here you have Kenny in just some jeans, a black T-shirt, and a purple jacket. Someone who understood the simple things in life.

[@byrongonzalez8792]

Some people never learn when it's time to walk away

[@Peter-wx3oj]

Amazing performance

[@tms1970]

their friendship really shows

[@Susan.1958]

Both true brothers Kenny will be singing with the best artist R.I.P Kenny🇬🇧💔💔💔💔😢

[@Andybenitez07]

Hi Susan 🎉🎉

[@yambliech7324]

Indeed memories you have left behind is a treasure, continue resting in perfect peace, Kenny you were the real deal.

[@rbotion]

This sound is a lesson applied to various situations in life. Thanks for this, Kenny!

[@MrMikerk]

Amazing duet, the real deal. Stay healthy Lionel, RiP Kenny Rogers. We always love you🌷🙏

[@randycrawford1132]

Kenny Rogers only passed away not long ago like a week or two

[@nicksonbugaoisan4124]

M

[@patriziaamoruso3065]

Per me il country è KENNY ROGERS

[@nancyjames2492]

Hello Randy

[@nancyjames2492]

Hello cute

[@f2mel2]

Two greats sharing songs, living large and letting us join in on all the fun.

[@kylechristopher391]

Amazing🔥. RIP KENNY🙏🏾😔

[@larrybill2661]

Kayle how are you doing!!

[@lizzyuteka4346]

So sweet my deepest sympathy for the loss of a great friend

[@richardlmelton4106]

A friend indeed 🕊 where are you from lizzy ?

[@rastalion1992]

Lionel's Elvis impression was funny, and watching Kenny laugh at Lionel's dancing was funny

[@marjahshuaib1057]

I've be watching the two since I was14 years old one of my favorites ❤❤❤❤

[@JacobWilson486]

Hello how are you doing today 😊

[@gbemisolababatunde523]

May Kenny Rogers gentle soul continue to rest in peace. Love you Lionel Richie.Keep safe

[@ianashleyjillott7480]

Brilliant - need I say more

[@joshuadematera5275]

I miss you my favorite singer "Kenny Rogers" 😢🎸🎶💗 and stay healthy "Lionel Richie" im from the philippines🇵🇭

[@invisigoth777]

Lionel Richie & Kenny Rogers..DAMN, DAMN, DAMN i could punch through steel, with the energy this gave me

[@angelabaiers5055]

Kenny Rogers was the best vocal story teller. Over 63 yr career. Watch his amazing biography. He was raised in poverty. Became a huge mega star with The Gambler Album & song. A huge cross over artist Country, Pop, R & B, psychodelic, gospel music. He was loved by everyone Globally. He was a really good man. He helped organize Feed Africa We Are The World song & huge talent session event fundraiser with major talents of the 80's. His songs had weekly TV movies. He was in a variety of bands. He even had his own tv show.

[@DavidSmith-nk2rc]

Hello Angela. How are you doing?

[@roxsanakourov.4513]

These men are ..THE DYNAMIC DUO!

[@sakeuskambonde1597]

Natural ❤️

[@johnchrysostomou9417]

Beautiful.

[@chrispulham4779]

Two LEGENDS,,,, amzing friendship.

[@tynapetero5532]

I just love this two.... Rest in peace Kenny..

[@jaciranacimento7215]

Eu amor vc também obrigada pela mesgem você muito obrigado

[@dreia2405]

It doesn't get much more country than this, simply awesome

[@egonspengler1867]

Two legends singing a legendary song!

[@deemuigai2004]

Sweet collabo. RIP KENNY

[@danielgalloway1937]

Yeah they are both legends, Kenny will forever be in our hearts, I can't stop listening to his songs, you seem to like his music alot right, I can tell from your comment......by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ??????????

[@fredjohn3394]

Hello Dianahlucy.....💝😃😃😃

[@SodaPopinksi]

Kenny was singing effortlessly.

[@leamyleamy]

Very nice song. Song with lost of wisdom

[@DavidSmith-nk2rc]

Hello Jacqueline. How are you doing?

[@leamyleamy]

@@DavidSmith-nk2rc l am great. Thank you for asking

[@danielcollins1289]

Hello Jacqueline, good morning

[@Arteezy2.0]

Legends won't die

[@walkerthompson753]

Nice one , actually I’m really depressed right now, lost a coworker. very devastating , Needed someone to talk to

[@Abdullah1-u5y]

@@walkerthompson753 Im sorry for late reply and Im really sorry for your loss. My english isnt really good, but I hope all the best for you ❤🙏

[@Abdullah1-u5y]

@@walkerthompson753 Take care my friend ❤ your friend is in better place 🙏

[@patrickkago5932]

2020 November ♥️♥️🤩😍 can't get enough of this amazing performance

[@nancysmith2389]

He's a natural.

[@JacobWilson486]

Hello how are you doing

[@Skye-ef1sm]

People who love music and appreciate all the great singers, musicians, engineers, etc are the salt of the earth people who understand humanity and all its ups and down. Love all of you!!❤❤

[@dominiquemclean9914]

This was an amazing duet 🥂🥂🤘🏼Rip kenny

[@tonydalat6790]

Really was an amazing duet @Dominique McLean. How are you doing?

[@lukegeorgetown5545]

Two wonderful men who masterfully advocated for love; This song is a special lesson for everyone about how great and important love is in life, and how your love should always be treated as an special lady. A real classic!

[@Karen19820]

One of my favorite performances, ever!

[@AllanBeckford]

Hi Karen....

[@Dr.BenMarkMiller]

Greetings dear, how are you doing, l wish you a blessed week, and l will be glad to receive your reply

[@malcolmrobey2769]

Hi. Jimmy. C. Excellent. Version. And. Guitar. Tone. I have. Tears. In. My. Eyes 😢😢

[@joshserrano554]

You could tell here that they were brothers. Just the way that they jabbed at each other and messed with each other is deep friendship. Makes me think of what me and my best friend growing would have been like when we got older but he was taken too soon by a drunk driver. He was Lionel (jokester) and I was Kenny (serious) and he was the closest relationship I ever had and I will always remember him. He was my brother and just like the video he would have been the one to make me laugh without trying to. RIP Kenny Rogers

[@ianashleyjillott7480]

This song never gets old

[@botups6159]

They're really both splendid singers..both my favorites...

[@gracielou8110]

You have done Kenny proud with your duet 👍👍👍👍♥️♥️♥️

[@danielgalloway1937]

Yeah kenny was indeed a legend, he will forever be in our hearts, I can't stop listening to his songs,you seem to like him right, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly.....by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ??????????

[@jamesstokel3577]

Hello Gracie, how are you doing today??

[@smallbusinessesmatterest2080]

Kenny Rogers your may soul Rest In permanent paradise

[@sajidrasheed3711]

I m listening Keeny Rogers since early teen,,, fantastic and true western classic

[@oscarjetson128]

Between these two, there is so much talent and experience. Legends!

[@larryjoe109]

Hello.

[@fredjohn3394]

Hello Oscar.... 💝😃😃

[@scottwilson3984]

Absolutely correct. hi Oscar

[@oscarjetson128]

@Lionel Richie I appreciate you reaching out to me. You also complete me.

[@Sch586]

I love both these Men wonderful human beings. Kenny Rogers had the best country voice. May he rest in peace and i’m sure he’s singing to all the angels up there. Blake Shelton sings the gambler, but nobody will ever sing it like Kenny Rogers ever. These two are best friends for more than 40 years

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

Loved Kenny and Lionnel Ritchie together!

[@davidsimon9185]

Hello friend

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

@@davidsimon9185 Hello!

[@shulamitozeri9971]

Thank you 🙏👍. Love you ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@kcs4212]

Amazing true quality. Heaven ia crowded with good voices these days

[@rhondaboncutter5812]

I Saw Kenny years ago with First Edition in Cincinnati many years ago! He got better with age! Love him an Lionel together!

[@davidhonest8435]

Hey there, how are you feeling today? Hope you’re having a peaceful day 🥰🌹

[@richardlmelton4106]

🕊 hello how're you doing today?

[@marydelaney8450]

Great song ! Miss Kenny Rogers!!💔

[@freddiebowman9129]

Hi Mary , How are you doing?

[@danielcollins1289]

Hello Mary, good morning

[@brianfuller7691]

Two incredible talents and legends. RIP Kenny.

[@janetblackett1768]

Loved them both. Very nice songs.

[@scottwilson3984]

They are good. hi Brian

[@Gandaogo]

These 2 friends!

[@hollyhammett8163]

This is the best duet. Totally miss You, Kenny. One of dad’s 8 tracks at the Office. The other was Donny and Marie and then gospel out of the wazoo.

[@nicholassmith490]

Hi

[@danielcollins1289]

Hello Holly how are you feeling today

[@hollyhammett8163]

@@richardlmelton4106 not interested. Go away! Far away!

[@hollyhammett8163]

@@richardlmelton4106 I know who is my husband. Anything at this point is piss poor substitute.

[@hollyhammett8163]

@@richardlmelton4106 imagine the scene, Captain and me, making love for seven nights and seven days coming up only to look like we are normal and not nymphs.

[@michelleloader5560]

I love it amazing ❤❤❤❤❤

[@michelleraymond8898]

Two very good singers.RIP Kenny.🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@danielgalloway1937]

He was indeed a legend, and he will forever be in our hearts, can't stop listening to his songs,you seem to like his music alot right, I can tell from your comment, he will be so glad to know that people are out there who cares and appreciate him so dearly...........by the way nice meeting you on here, I hope you are having a wonderful time out there ?????

[@kellyjason5174]

Hello Michelle How are you doing?

[@angelaoehley7931]

Love these natural born singers & writers & producers! They are so great together. Miss Kenny. Rest In Peace while we listen to you sing 🎤 to us. ✝️💜☮️

[@pennyquicksall3180]

I was happy to get to see Kenndy Rogers in concert he will be greatly missed.

[@larrydavid2958]

Hello pretty lady how are you doing?

[@andrewwilliam363]

Him his a great legend with so much beautiful song, hi how are you doing!

[@peteralex3935]

Hello dear 👋👋 How are you doing today??

[@danielcollins1289]

Hello panny how are you feeling today

[@verdellellis4043]

The world lost a great trailblazer forever loved and missed ❤

[@c5d53g2e]

Very amazing, and very emotional. Thank you for this. Now I'm going to cry.

[@nancyjames2492]

Hello cute

[@berllygandavlog8125]

I love Kenny Rogers song.!!

[@amydumas5782]

Wow great duet. Lionel Richie’s voice totally fits in quite well. nice content keep up the good content

[@larrybill2661]

Hello Amy how are you doing!!

[@robertdevans8639]

Hello Amy

[@michaelbolton534]

Yeah he's voice is fit... How are you Amy??

[@danielcollins1289]

Hello Amy how are you feeling today