LeAnn Rimes Sings Cover Of âMe And Bobby McGeeâ At Live Show In 2016

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Kris Writes A Classic
Kris Kristofferson has helped penned many notable songs over the course of his lifetime, none more so than âMe and Bobby McGee.â

Originally recorded by Roger Miller, the song obtained international fame after Janis Joplinâs rendition was released posthumously. Her recording soared to the top of the chart, and is now considered to be her signature piece.
Since âMe and Bobby McGeeâ has country roots, it is frequently covered by country artists.
Just a few notable names that have recorded the song include Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, and Chet Akins. A young LeAnn Rimes also recorded a rendition of the song in 1999 for her self-titled album.
Sticking True To Tradition
Rimesâ album was filled with covers of classic country staples, including a few Patsy Cline songs. But the sound of her powerhouse vocals on âMe and Bobby McGeeâmade that track stand out from the rest.
All of these years later, and Rimes still enjoys performing âMe and Bobby McGeeâ on stage. She delivered a particularly impressive performance of the song during a show in California in May 2016, and one fan happened to catch it all on film.
Before she moved into singing, Rimes expressed her admiration of Joplin and her talent. âI remember watching her for the first time and going, thatâs what I want to do,â she said.
Weâre sure the crowd was absolutely mesmerized as Rimes started her cover of âMe and Bobby McGee.â Her love for the music showed through in every aspect of her performance, from her voice to her body language.

A performance is made a thousand times better when the audience can see a singerâs passion for a song. Thatâs what makes Rimesâ performance of âMe and Bobby McGeeâ so remarkable. She didnât just sing itâ¦she felt it, resulting in one show-stopping cover that the crowd thoroughly enjoyed.
Youâre sure to get just as much enjoyment out of Rimesâ cover once you watch it below.We think Joplin and Kristofferson would be proud of her performance, donât you?