A Celestial Pairing: Lady Gaga Joins Forces with Kelly Clarkson on “Shallow”

The unexpected combination of Lady Gaga and Kelly Clarkson on “Shallow” is a delightful surprise we never anticipated. The original hit by Gaga and Bradley Cooper was already a vocal powerhouse, yet it ascends to an unprecedented level when the harmonies of Gaga and Clarkson merge in this ballad.

A YouTuber named Blighght masterfully blended live renditions from both artists into a captivating mashup that feels incredibly authentic. Initially, I was oblivious to the fact that it was a mix, given how effortlessly their voices complement each other in the track. This unique rendition of “Shallow” has garnered 4.6 million views on YouTube, visible in the link below.

The mashup begins with Clarkson’s rendition of the opening verse, bringing a subdued and personal touch to the performance. Gaga continues with the same relaxed atmosphere, adding her voice and piano skills to the next verse. The intensity of the song builds as each artist powerfully delivers the pre-chorus, leading to a harmonious and poignant chorus where their voices blend beautifully.

The collaboration of these vocal powerhouses on “Shallow” is a genuine delight, and Blighght’s arrangement makes their partnership seem effortless. It’s clear from this mashup that Gaga and Clarkson should seriously consider a live collaboration, as their vocal synergy is remarkably compelling. Below is the complete live cover by Clarkson during her Green Bay, Wisconsin concert.

Clarkson’s choice of “Shallow” as a cover highlights her exceptional ability to select songs that resonate with her style, delivering a standout performance. At the concert, she expressed her admiration for the original by Gaga and Cooper, saying, “I thought she and Bradley Cooper did an awesome job. We’re gonna do our version of it ’cause obviously, I don’t have a Bradley Cooper here. So I’m just holding it down.”

Clarkson shared her similarities with Gaga, emphasizing their shared passion for music as the driving force behind their careers. She recalled a past collaboration with Gaga, praising her kindness and professionalism for sending a handwritten note of thanks after a joint event, showcasing Gaga’s genuine character.

Despite “Shallow” diverging from Gaga’s typical dance-pop tracks, it stands as one of her most iconic ballads, now her top-streamed song on Spotify with over 2.2 billion listens, significantly surpassing her next popular hit, “Poker Face”.