Country music fans were treated to a breathtaking moment on February 15, 2013, when Blake Shelton invited his powerful wife, Miranda Lambert, to join him on stage for a show-stopping duet of his chart-topping hit, “Sure Be Cool If You Did,” during the historic Dayton, Ohio stop of the “Locked and Reloaded” tour.
The song, which was released as the lead single from Shelton’s album Based on a True Story…, became one of Shelton’s fastest-rising songs after it shot to the top of the Billboard Hot Country Songs list. Blake Shelton’s status as a contemporary country music icon was further cemented when it became an immediate fan favorite due to its catchy tune and relatable lyrics.
Co-headed by Miranda Lambert and Dierks Bentley, the “Locked and Reloaded” tour was already a country music landmark, full of incredible performances and noteworthy partnerships. However, Blake Shelton’s unexpected arrival in Dayton added a spark that only heightened the excitement of the event and brought to light the close personal and professional relationship between the two legendary performers.
Their duet was a smooth fusion of harmonies that demonstrated not just their indisputable chemistry but also the essence of country music’s spirit of cooperation. Fans will always remember the incredible performance of Sure Be Cool If You Did in Dayton, which perfectly captures the vibrant energy of country music collaborations.
Check out the duet below for a glimpse of this momentous occasion: