Introduced with high praise—“As an artist he has an unending desire to honor and expand the importance of country music”—Garth Brooks took the stage and delivered a performance that reminded everyone why he’s one of the genre’s most beloved icons.
Best known for high-energy anthems like “Friends in Low Places,” Brooks traded his signature stadium-sized showmanship for stillness and soul. Sitting quietly in a chair with only his guitar for company, he poured his heart into a tender, bluesy rendition of Bob Dylan’s “Make You Feel My Love.”
This slowed-down performance offered a rare glimpse into Garth’s emotional depth and wide vocal range. Every note was deliberate. Every lyric—delivered with heartfelt conviction—felt like a promise. And when the final chord rang out, Garth grinned from ear to ear as the audience rose to their feet in a thunderous standing ovation.
Originally released by Dylan in 1997, “Make You Feel My Love” quickly became a modern standard, covered by legends across genres. Garth’s version, featured on the Hope Floats soundtrack in 1998, remains one of the most heartfelt interpretations of the song—and this performance only reinforces its enduring magic.
Watch the performance below to experience Garth Brooks as you’ve never seen him before—raw, reflective, and completely captivating. And don’t forget to share this beautiful moment with someone you love.
