Original “American Idol” winner Kelly Clarkson doesn’t have to guess “What Would Dolly Do?“
When it comes to which Dolly Parton song Kelly should sing during her Las Vegas residency, she’s getting advice from Dolly herself!
In a post on her Instagram account, Clarkson put up a picture of the marquee in front of Caesars Palace. It features an advertisement for Dolly Parton’s mini-residency there this coming December. And right underneath is an ad for Kelly Clarkson’s ongoing residency. In the caption, Kelly wrote, “I think this is a sign I should cover a Dolly song at one of my shows…. but which song?”
While plenty of fans weighed in with suggestions, one comment is likely to have caught Kelly’s attention the most. And that’s the one by Dolly herself! The country icon wrote, “Hey Kelly, I think you should sing ‘I Will Always Love You’ because I think you do one of the best versions of that song that I have ever heard… Whitney and I would both be proud….”
Fans went crazy over that suggestion, with Caesars Palace, Virgin Hotels Las Vegas and Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth all weighing in with their approval for the song choice.
Kelly Clarkson Forced to Cancel First Weekend of Vegas Residency
Fans will have to wait until Friday, July 11, to see if Kelly follows Dolly Parton’s advice for her set list.
The singer was forced to cancel the July 4 opening weekend of her Las Vegas residency just minutes before she was set to take the stage.
In an Instagram post, Clarkson expressed her disappointment in cancelling, telling fans, “We have been working 24/7 to make Studio Sessions the most intimate and extraordinary experience with and for my incredible fans. I am beyond grateful that you always show up for me and I am devastated to have to postpone tonight and tomorrow’s opening at Caesars.
“The prep and rehearsals have taken a toll on my voice. I want the shows to be perfect for y’all and I need to protect myself from doing serious damage so I am taking this weekend and next week to rest up so that we can deliver what you all deserve. The show is truly incredible. The musicians and singers are outstanding, and I want us all to start out strong.
“I can’t wait to be back next weekend and show y’all what we’ve been working on.”
Kelly Clarkson’s Vegas Preps Give Hints to Why She Needs to Rest
Clarkson had shared a series of Instagram posts showing her excitement over preparations for her Vegas show.
One video especially gives hints about how the singer ended up with vocal strain.
The clip shows her singing “Where Have You Been” into a microphone. And the singer belts out some high notes, writing, “The headache was worth it 🙃”
One of her hashtags in the post reads #7DaysTillVegas. Subsequent posts show her in rehearsals every single day counting down to what was supposed to be opening night.
“Studio Sessions” at The Colosseum at Caesars Palace shows are weekends only through August 16. Then the singer will circle back for more performances November 7 through 15.
You can find tickets here.
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Kelly Clarkson Gets Advice From Dolly Parton