SHOCKING NEWS: Ricky Skaggs’ Emotional Tribute with “Will the Circle Be Unbroken” Leaves Fans in Tears 💔🎶
In a moment that resonated deeply with country and bluegrass fans, Ricky Skaggs delivered a heartfelt performance of the classic hymn “Will the Circle Be Unbroken”, paying tribute to the genre’s rich heritage and his personal journey within it.
During his 2018 induction into the Country Music Hall of Fame, Skaggs was surprised on stage with a historic instrument: the very mandolin once owned by his mentor, Bill Monroe, known as the Father of Bluegrass. This Gibson F-5 mandolin, which had been meticulously restored after being damaged, was handed to Skaggs, bringing him to tears as he recounted the profound impact Monroe had on his life and career.
“I was just six years old when Bill Monroe handed me this mandolin,” Skaggs recalled. “Holding it again after all these years, especially on this stage, is beyond words.”
The emotional weight of the moment was palpable as Skaggs began to play “Will the Circle Be Unbroken,” a song that has become an anthem for unity and remembrance in the country music community. The audience joined in, creating a powerful chorus that echoed the song’s themes of enduring connection and legacy.
Adding to the surprise, fellow country star Garth Brooks joined Skaggs on stage, leading to a moving duet that left not a single dry eye in the house. Brooks later commented on the experience, saying, “Sharing that stage with Ricky, especially during such a significant song, was one of the highlights of my career.”
This performance not only honored the past but also served as a poignant reminder of the bonds that tie the country music family together, transcending generations and preserving the circle unbroken.