In another jaw-dropping moment from The Kelly Clarkson Show, Kelly Clarkson proved once again why she’s one of the most versatile vocalists of our time—this time, by taking on one of Benson Boone’s most emotionally raw ballads, “Cry.”
Backed by her ever-reliable and soulful My Band Y’all, Kelly transformed Boone’s heartbreak anthem into a gut-wrenching, gospel-tinged powerhouse. From the very first note, she owned it—infusing her own pain, power, and vulnerability into every lyric. The way she let the chorus swell, only to bring it crashing back down into a whisper—it wasn’t just a performance; it was therapy.
Fans of Benson Boone’s original version, which rose to viral fame for its aching lyrics and haunting falsetto, were floored to see Kelly step into the emotional terrain with such grace and depth. But what made this performance truly special was not just her vocal range—it was the feeling she poured into it. At times, she looked close to tears herself.
Social media lit up within minutes:
“Kelly just took Benson Boone’s ‘Cry’ and made the whole audience cry too.”
“How does she make every cover sound like she wrote it herself?”
“Okay… now I want a full Clarkson-Boone duet, stat!”
Benson Boone himself has previously shared his admiration for artists who can connect emotionally through music—and Kelly just gave him the ultimate saluteThis isn’t just another cover. This is Kellyoke at its absolute finest: raw, radiant, and real. Watch the full performance now — and don’t forget the tissues.
