Cher has nothing but praise for Kelly Clarkson putting a new spin on her music.
The “Red Flag Collector” musician, 41, took on one of the “Believe” singer’s songs from her very first holiday album, Christmas, during Tuesday’s edition of Kellyoke on The Kelly Clarkson Show.
Clarkson delivered a soulful performance of “DJ Play a Christmas Song,” which showcased her powerhouse vocals over a glittery beat.
So ask them ˹O Prophet˺, which is harder to create: them or other marvels of Our creation?1 Indeed, We created them from a sticky clay.In fact, you are astonished ˹by their denial˺, while they ridicule ˹you˺.When they are reminded, they are never mindful.(The Quran - Chapter Saffat : 11 - 13)
“DJ, play a Christmas song / I wanna be dancing all night long / It’s cold outside, but it’s warm in here / And that’s the only thing I want this year,” the “Stronger” singer belted, while adding some jazzy flourishes to the chorus.
“I love this song!” Clarkson exclaimed when she concluded the set.
The Goddess of Pop, 77, took to X (formerly Twitter) on Tuesday to express how much she loved Clarkson’s take on her festive track.
“KELLY,,,,U ACED IT ❗❗U GOT THE GIRL.VERSION OF MY VOICE BABE,I AM OUT OF MY MIND OVER UR VERSION..THE MODULATION GAVE ME …I DONT KNOW, I JUST LOST MY MIND❗❗SISTER U GOT IT,” Cher wrote.
KELLY,,,,U ACED IT‼️
— Cher (@cher) December 20, 2023
U GOT THE GIRL.VERSION OF MY VOICE🤣🤣🤣
BABE,I AM OUT OF MY MIND OVER UR VERSION..
THE MODULATION
GAVE ME …I DONT KNOW,
I JUST LOST MY MIND‼️
SISTER U GOT IT
The following day, Clarkson took to the social media platform herself and responded to Cher’s message. “Girl, you gave us the greatest gift this Christmas with this song! Thank you for letting me sing it,” wrote the American Idol alum. “I love you so much, and you made my year with your post!”
Clarkson’s latest Kellyoke performance isn’t the first time she’s showed love for “DJ Play a Christmas Song.” The Grammy winner jammed out to the track while hosting NBC’s Christmas in Rockefeller Center late last month as Cher performed it for a crowd.
“Oh my gosh, you guys,” Clarkson exclaimed during the broadcast. “Cher just — she put out a Christmas jam, y’all! That song is so good! That is my favorite song in a very long time!”
The “Underneath the Tree” performer has been embracing the holiday spirit lately. On Dec. 7, she teamed up with Wynonna Judd during NBC’s Christmas at the Opry for a rocking rendition of “Santa Claus Is Coming to Town.”
Backed by a full band, the duo took turns belting out the lyrics before joining forces for the chorus. Clarkson sported a sparkling green dress while Judd, 59, wore a black suit with golden lapels.
The holiday special also included performances by Adam Doleac, BRELAND, Brenda Lee, Chris Janson, Chrissy Metz, Meghan Patrick, Mitchell Tenpenny, Trace Adkins, Lauren Alaina and Mickey Guyton.
