Luke Bryan isn’t just Lionel Richie’s friend, he’s also a megafan, as well. The “Country Girl” singer was one of many pop stars to pay tribute to Richie during the 2016 Grammy Awards. Bryan took the stage with John Legend, Demi Lovato, Tyrese Gibson, and Meghan Trainor to sing Richie’s many hits over the years, with the Grammy award-winner joining them to sing “All Night Long.”
In May 2022, Bryan paid another tribute to his fellow “American Idol” judge, who was given the Library of Congress Gershwin Prize. “You know how we all have bad days? I wake up and have a bad day, and then I tell myself, ‘Somewhere, Lionel Richie ain’t having a bad day, so you better have a good day.’ This guy is everything you believe he is, I promise you,” Bryan told the audience. The country crooner then sang the hit song “Lady,” which was written by Richie and recorded by Kenny Rogers.
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Bryan shared a video of him hugging Richie after his performance. “I’ve got nothing but love for you @lionelrichie! It was an incredible experience getting to honor you at the #GershwinPrize concert,” he gushed to his friend. “Love you man!!” Richie replied. A year later, Richie returned the favor by surprising fans during Bryan’s concert.
