Las Vegas—The iHeartRadio Music Festival just witnessed a historic musical moment that no one saw coming. For the very first time, pop-rock icon Adam Levine and country superstar Blake Shelton took the stage together, sending 25,000 fans into a frenzy with an unforgettable mashup of Maroon 5’s “Girls Like You” and Shelton’s “Home.”
As the spotlight hit them, Adam smiled and said, “Man, I’ve waited years to do this with you!”—sparking instant cheers from the crowd who had dreamed of this collaboration for ages. What followed was pure magic: a seamless blend of pop sensibility and country soul that shattered genre boundaries and had the entire arena singing along.
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The chemistry between the longtime friends and former The Voice coaches was electric. Their playful back-and-forth kept spirits high—Adam quipped, “I never thought I’d sing a country ballad with a guy in cowboy boots,” to which Blake shot back with a grin, “And I never thought I’d groove to Maroon 5!” Their banter only made the soaring harmonies that much more powerful.
No flashy effects, no gimmicks—just two voices, one guitar, and a shared moment of musical magic that left everyone breathless.
The performance ended to thunderous applause and a standing ovation, with social media exploding as clips went viral in minutes, racking up millions of views worldwide. Fans and critics alike agree: this surprise duet will be remembered as one of the defining highlights of the festival—and a testament to the power of friendship and music crossing all boundaries.
Catch the full video below and relive the night that brought pop and country together like never before! 🎤🔥👇
