The 58th Academy of Country Music Awards on Thursday had a surprise guest in Ed Sheeran, who took the stage with Luke Combs to perform his new single “Life Goes On” in a country rendition. The duet version of the song was released shortly after the show, delighting fans of both artists.
As the camera turned to Sheeran, who played his guitar and sang the acoustic rendition of his new single, Combs joined in. The performance followed Combs’ rendition of his chart-topping hit “Love You Anyway” from his album “Gettin’ Old.”
The two artists have been friends for five years and previously performed together when Sheeran joined Combs on stage to sing “Dive” from his album “Divide.” Combs has previously talked about how they first met at the Twin Peaks restaurant in Brentwood, Tennessee.
Talking to Billboard, Sheeran recently expressed his love for country music, saying, “I talk about this to my wife [Cherry Seaborn] all the time. I would love to transition into the country. I love the culture of it, I just love the songwriting. It’s just like brilliant songs.”
Sheeran’s surprise appearance at the ACM Awards was a treat for fans who were thrilled to see him perform alongside Combs. The performance was a great example of the blend between country and pop music, which has become increasingly popular in recent years.
The 58th Academy of Country Music Awards aired from Ford Center at The Star in Frisco, Texas, and was exclusively streamed live on Prime Video. Sheeran’s appearance added to the excitement of the night and showcased his versatility as an artist. Fans can’t wait to see what he has in store next, and whether he’ll continue to explore the country genre.
