Kacey Musgraves Tips Her Hat to Chappell Roan with a “Pink Pony Club” Cover
Chappell Roan’s star is ascending fast. This year, the fringey pop sensation has made her way into the mainstream spotlight, with a whopping seven songs on the Billboard Hot 100. Among these is “Pink Pony Club,” the breakout track that first gave shape to Roan’s bold, unapologetic persona. Originally released four years ago, just before Roan parted ways with Atlantic Records, Pink Pony Club has evolved into her signature anthem, a glittering ode to self-acceptance that now closes her live shows in triumphant fashion.
Roan’s rise hit new heights last month with a history-making performance at Lollapalooza, drawing what many have called one of the festival’s biggest crowds ever. And now, a music heavyweight has joined the fan club—Kacey Musgraves.
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Musgraves’ Show-Stopping Tribute
No stranger to embracing the new generation of pop stars, Kacey Musgraves added her own touch of sparkle to Roan’s anthem during the kick-off of her Deeper Well arena tour in State College, Pennsylvania. Musgraves, known for her genre-blurring blend of country and pop, treated the crowd to a cover of “Pink Pony Club,” performing the song’s first verse and chorus. The audience roared in approval, turning the moment into a massive singalong before Musgraves segued into her own disco-pop hit, “High Horse.”
It’s not the first time Musgraves has shown love for her fellow female pop stars. Earlier this summer, she and Roan were spotted backstage at Bonnaroo, sharing what seemed like an instant connection. More recently, Musgraves joined Sabrina Carpenter onstage at Outside Lands for a duet of Nancy Sinatra’s classic, “These Boots Are Made For Walkin’.” These moments highlight Musgraves’ support for the rising stars of the pop world, all while maintaining her own unique, cross-genre appeal.
Riding High
Kacey Musgraves has always had a knack for blending her down-to-earth country roots with the glitz and glam of pop music. With songs like “High Horse”—a perfect fusion of her equestrian themes and shimmering disco vibes—Musgraves effortlessly straddles both worlds. Her cover of “Pink Pony Club” feels like a fitting tribute, not only because of its equine imagery but also due to the thematic overlap of self-expression and breaking free from expectations.
As Chappell Roan continues her rise to the top, it seems her music is resonating far and wide—even with a Grammy-winning trailblazer like Musgraves. And with Roan’s unstoppable momentum, don’t be surprised if more stars follow suit, paying homage to the glittering anthem that started it all.
If you haven’t already, give “Pink Pony Club” a spin. You might just find yourself transported to the neon lights of a dance floor where freedom and self-discovery reign supreme.
@tyler_mizak Kacey Musgraves opening night of the #deeperwelltour mix of @chappell roan pink pony club and @kaceymusgraves high horse!! #deeperwell #deeperwellworldtour ♬ original sound – Tyler Mizak
