Chappell Roan’s breakout hit “Good Luck, Babe!” has dominated the airwaves all year — so it was only a matter of time before Kelly Clarkson gave it her signature spin. But no one expected the pop powerhouse to team up with country royalty for a version that arguably rivals the original.
During the Season 6 premiere week of The Kelly Clarkson Show, Clarkson kicked things off with a twist: stripped-down, outdoor performances filmed outside New York City’s iconic 30 Rock. And on September 24, she welcomed none other than Miranda Lambert to join her for a stunning duet of “Good Luck, Babe!” — from a couch, no less.
From the first note, the chemistry was electric. Lambert’s Southern grit blended seamlessly with Clarkson’s pop punch, turning Roan’s modern anthem into a heart-wrenching ballad of defiance, longing, and liberation. The slowed-down final refrain? Pure magic. Harmonies so effortless they gave fans chills.
As the final note rang out, Clarkson exclaimed, “I love that song! It’s such a good song!” (Same, Kelly. Same.)
A Moment That Will Go Down in Kelly Clarkson Show History
Though technically not a “Kellyoke” segment, the duet is already being hailed as one of the most memorable performances in the show’s history. Fans flooded social media with praise:
“Clarkson and Lambert just owned that song.”
“Chappell Roan would be proud.”
“This is the version I didn’t know I needed!”
The Power of “Good Luck, Babe!”
Written and performed by Chappell Roan, “Good Luck, Babe!” dropped on April 5, 2024, and quickly became a generational anthem. Roan’s raw delivery and vulnerable lyrics connected deeply with listeners — especially the gut-punch line, “You’d have to stop the world just to stop the feeling.”
The song peaked at #4 on the Billboard Hot 100 and was named NPR’s Best Pop Song of 2024. It also sparked viral performances, including a standout appearance on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon.
What’s Next for Chappell Roan?
With “Good Luck, Babe!” still climbing playlists worldwide, Roan is showing no signs of slowing down. She’s slated to appear as the musical guest on Saturday Night Live on November 2, alongside returning host John Mulaney.
One thing’s clear: whether it’s Chappell Roan’s original or the Lambert-Clarkson rendition, “Good Luck, Babe!” is a song that isn’t going anywhere.
