Watch Jennifer Nettles Honor Kenny Rogers by Singing “Don’t Fall in Love With a Dreamer” on CMT TV Special

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Watch Jennifer Nettles Honor Kenny Rogers by Singing “Don’t Fall in Love With a Dreamer” on CMT TV Special

by Jim Casey | @TheJimCasey  |  April 9, 2020

CMT celebrated the life and career of Kenny Rogers, who passed away on March 20 at age 81, during the TV special, CMT Giants Kenny Rogers, on April 8.

The tribute, which was hosted by Rita Wilson, featured virtual performances and interviews from Dolly Parton, Gavin DeGraw, Jason Isbell and Amanda Shires, Jennifer Nettles, Lady Antebellum, Lionel Richie, Michael McDonald, Randy Houser, Rascal Flatts, Vince Gill and more. The special was filmed from performers’ homes and blended alongside archival photos, interviews and performances, with clips and commentary from Kenny.

Jennifer Nettles paid tribute to Kenny by singing “Don’t Fall in Love With a Dreamer.” Penned by David Ellingson and Kim Carnes, the tune was the lead single on Kenny’s 1980 album, Gideon. Recorded as a duet with Kim Carnes, the single reached No. 3 on the Billboard Hot Country Songs chart.

CMT Giants Kenny Rogers: A Benefit For MusiCares will encore on MTV Live at 8 p.m. ET/PT on April 10 and again on CMT at 12 p.m. ET/PT on April 11.

Watch Jennifer’s performance below.

photo by Curtis Hilbun, AFF-USA.com

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