When Shaboozey took to the stage at the 2024 BET Awards to perform his number 1 smash ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’, no one had any idea quite how iconic the ensuing performance was going to be. Walking out onstage dressed in full country gear complete with an acoustic guitar, the singer and rapper looked completely ready to fully embrace his latest musical era as he delivered a performance full of confidence and flourish.
The internet has gone absolutely crazy over the performance – and not just because of Shaboozey’s iconic aesthetic and flawless musical talents. In particular, fans loved how the performance was arranged so the stage looked like a real country hoedown, complete with a bar, swinging doors, a snooker table, and neon signs shaped like cowboy hats! Shaboozey certainly gave his all to the rendition, and as such, it’s little wonder the video has already racked up over a million views.
If you’re not already familiar with ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’, by the way, then here’s a little background. Released in April 2024, the song mashes up Shaboozey’s composition with J-Kwon’s 2004 single ‘Tipsy’ to create a fresh country/hip-hop sound, and as a result, it ended up topping the US Billboard Hot 100 for a whopping 19 weeks. This makes it the longest-running number 1 song on the chart of all time, tied with ‘Old Town Road’ by Lil Nas X.
Another of my personal favourite live renditions of the track is the one shown in the clip below, which took place at the 2023 Billboard Music Awards. Looking dapper in a slick black and white suit, Shaboozey gives a cool and confident performance, again going hard on the ‘country bar’ theme with the onstage aesthetic.
Shaboozey’s ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ is both unusual and revolutionary, in that it combines two genres of music which many people might not have thought to put together. The unique nature of the song really shines through in both of these live performances, and we hope that it prompts Music Man readers to fall in love with the song as much as we have!
Shaboozey’s electrifying performance at the 2024 BET Awards has cemented his status as a transformative force in music. By blending country flair with hip-hop beats, his rendition of ‘A Bar Song (Tipsy)’ not only captivated the audience but also set the internet ablaze. This groundbreaking moment is a testament to Shaboozey’s artistry and bold creativity. To dive deeper into this iconic musical journey, explore the links provided below.