Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie's Memorable Collaboration

TLDRKenny Rogers and Lionel Richie's collaboration on the song 'Lady' marked a turning point in Rogers' career. The song was initially turned down by The Commodores, but Lionel decided to pitch it to Rogers. The song became one of Rogers' most recognizable hits and remains a classic in his repertoire.

Key insights

Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie first met 32 years ago in Las Vegas.

Lionel Richie initially pitched the song 'Lady' to The Commodores, who turned it down.

'Lady' became one of Kenny Rogers' most identifiable songs.

Lionel Richie wrote the second verse of 'Lady' while in the toilet during a recording session.

Kenny Rogers considers 'Lady' to be a changing point in his career.

Q&A

How did Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie meet?

—Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie first met 32 years ago in Las Vegas.

Who originally turned down the song 'Lady'?

—The Commodores initially turned down the song 'Lady'.

Why is 'Lady' one of Kenny Rogers' most identifiable songs?

—'Lady' became one of Kenny Rogers' most identifiable songs due to its popularity and recognition.

Where did Lionel Richie write the second verse of 'Lady'?

—Lionel Richie wrote the second verse of 'Lady' while in the toilet during a recording session.

How did 'Lady' impact Kenny Rogers' career?

—'Lady' is considered a changing point in Kenny Rogers' career, becoming one of his most successful songs.

Timestamped Summary

00:00Kenny Rogers and Lionel Richie first met 32 years ago in Las Vegas.

01:39Lionel Richie pitched the song 'Lady' to The Commodores, who turned it down.

04:00 'Lady' became one of Kenny Rogers' most identifiable songs.

04:24Lionel Richie wrote the second verse of 'Lady' while in the toilet during a recording session.

06:02Kenny Rogers considers 'Lady' to be a changing point in his career.

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