On October 10th, 2019, the Hollywood Bowl witnessed a moment of pure magic when Lana Del Rey invited Chris Isaak on stage for a hauntingly beautiful duet of his timeless classic, Wicked Game. The collaboration was unexpected, yet it felt completely natural—two voices, generations apart, blending into one unforgettable performance.
Originally released in 1989, Wicked Game became Chris Isaak’s signature song, cementing its place in music history with its dreamy guitar riffs and aching lyrics of forbidden love. The track has been covered by countless artists over the years, but Isaak’s version remains unmatched in its raw emotion.
For Lana Del Rey, whose own music often feels like a soundtrack to an old Hollywood film, Wicked Game is the perfect fit. Known for her nostalgic and cinematic style, she has always embraced songs that linger with melancholy and longing. Her voice added a sultry softness to Isaak’s deep, velvety tone, creating a version of the song that felt fresh while staying true to its roots.
The Hollywood Bowl, one of the most iconic venues in the world, amplified the intimacy of the performance. Surrounded by a starry Los Angeles night, fans were treated to a moment that blurred the line between past and present—a legendary artist revisiting his masterpiece, and a modern icon breathing new life into it.
More than just a duet, the performance highlighted the timeless nature of Wicked Game. Love, longing, and heartbreak are universal themes that transcend decades, and when Isaak and Del Rey shared the stage, it was as though the song had been waiting for this exact collaboration.
Their voices intertwined like a conversation between two souls who understand the beauty and the pain of love’s vulnerability. For fans, it wasn’t just a concert—it was a memory etched in music history.
