Cody Johnson knows exactly how to shut down an arena without leaving a single soul disappointed. In a high-energy clip from his The Leather Tour, he reminds everyone why they should always stay for the encore. He returned to the stage under blinding lights to deliver a massive surprise that left the crowd roaring for more.
Cody launched into a rowdy cover of the 1986 classics called Guitars and Cadillacs by the legendary Dwight Yoakam. It is a powerful reminder that traditional country music is not just alive but thriving on the biggest stages in the world. You do not want to miss the rowdy energy in this reel that captures his life on the road.
Watch the video here to see how a real showman closes a night.
Cody Johnson: Ride With Me (Live Montage)
Fans are calling these moments the highlight of the entire Leather Tour because of the pure fire Cody brings to the mic. One viewer mentioned that seeing a modern star honor a legend like Dwight Yoakam brought a smile to their face. Another fan said that Cody is the only artist who can make a stadium feel like a small-town Texas dance hall. He has a way of making the past feel brand new again.
The rowdy energy of the tour shows one side of the man, but his heart really shines when the lights turn blue. He knows that life is not always about the win. Sometimes the best stories come from the dreams we have to let go of to find our true path.
Cody Johnson: Dear Rodeo (Live from Houston)
That struggle comes to life when he stands in the middle of NRG Stadium in Houston. He sings about the rodeo like it is a lost love, and 74,000 people feel that sting with him. It is a masterclass in emotion that proves Cody is the undisputed king of the modern honky-tonk sound.
Cody Johnson has a journey that reminds us all to keep riding, no matter how many times we get bucked off. He brings a raw power to the stage that you just do not find in Nashville these days. Follow Cody Johnson on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube to keep up with the man who saved country music.