Well, buckle up, y’all! Billy Ray Cyrus, the man who knows how to bring some country charm to any project, joined forces with rapper Lil Nas X and iconic actor Sam Elliott for the “The Cool Ranch” Doritos commercial. This spot was set to air during the third quarter of the 2020 Super Bowl, and just ahead of the big game, Billy Ray dished on what it was like working with the legendary A Star Is Born actor. Let’s dive in!
Billy Ray Cyrus Opens Up About the Experience
“I can’t even put this into words,” the 58-year-old singer told Closer Weekly in an exclusive interview. “You know, I’m just a kid from Flatwoods, Kentucky. For me, this whole experience felt like what it must’ve been like for someone to share a stage with Elvis Presley back in the day.” Billy Ray went on to express his admiration for Sam Elliott’s charisma, describing it as both beautiful and powerful. “It’s just… wow. That’s the best way I can describe it.”
Charisma That Knows No Bounds
Billy Ray, who can be seen strumming his guitar while Lil Nas X and Sam Elliott square off in a dance-off inspired by "Old Town Road," couldn’t stop raving about the chemistry between the two. “Some people just have that 'it' factor,” he explained. “Sam Elliott? He’s got it in spades. And guess what? So does Lil Nas X. They both bring this incredible energy that’s hard to put into words. It’s like magic.”
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Reflecting on the experience, Billy Ray couldn’t contain his excitement. “Sam Elliott and Lil Nas X going head-to-head, riding horses, and channeling the spirit of 'Old Town Road?' I mean, all I had to do was sit there and play my guitar while wearing one of my fancy costumes. It was one of the most unforgettable days of my life,” he reminisced.
Collaboration Across Genres: Breaking Down Barriers
During the interview with Closer Weekly, Billy Ray also touched on the importance of collaborating with artists from different genres. Having just won his first-ever Grammy alongside Lil Nas X for their hit song "Old Town Road," Billy Ray shared his wisdom on creativity. “Here’s the thing: don’t think outside the box. Think like there is no box at all,” he advised. “That’s how you create something truly special.”
