When it comes to classic Christmas tunes, a few instantly come to mind—songs like “Silent Night” and “Joy to the World” that have become synonymous with the holiday season. These timeless melodies transport us to cozy winter evenings and warm family gatherings, capturing the spirit of joy, peace, and nostalgia.
In 2013, during Kelly Clarkson’s Cautionary Christmas Music Tale on NBC, Kelly Clarkson, dazzling in a festive red gown, treated everyone to a heartfelt rendition of “Silent Night.”
But there is a big surprise coming. Trisha Yearwood joined her on stage to take over the second verse, her soulful voice adding depth. Then, as if to top it all off, Reba McEntire appeared, harmonizing beautifully with Clarkson and Yearwood in a breathtaking finale.
When three legendary voices came together to deliver a heartwarming rendition of a Christmas favorite, the audience erupted with excitement. The performance was nothing short of breathtaking, with each verse building anticipation.
By the time they joined forces in an intimate a cappella gospel-style fourth verse, the moment was pure magic. The performance’s emotional depth and vocal precision struck a chord with millions, garnering over 49 million views on YouTube.
Plenty of viewers from around the world flooded the video with positive feedback, praising legends’ incredible vocals.
One commented, “This arrangement perfectly highlights each one of their voices and they sound beautiful together. I especially love how they don’t try to outdo each other – they just let the beauty of the song, their voices and the message shine through. Love this version!”
Another added, “This is my absolute favorite version of this song. The harmonies are just ridiculously beautiful and go so well together.”
Meanwhile, many others admitted having goosebumps whenever listening to this version of “Silent Night.”
