Fans at Ed Sheeran’s Nashville concert got a special surprise when he welcomed country music duo Dan + Shay to the stage for a live performance of their hit song “Tequila.”
The unforgettable moment took place at Nashville’s Nissan Stadium during Sheeran’s LOOP Tour. Thousands of fans cheered as Dan Smyers and Shay Mooney joined the British superstar for the first time ever in a live performance together.
As the opening notes of “Tequila” began, the crowd immediately recognized the Grammy-winning country hit and sang along with every word. The performance blended Ed Sheeran’s pop style with Dan + Shay’s country sound, creating a memorable collaboration that excited fans from both genres.
Videos of the performance quickly spread across social media, with many fans calling it one of the best surprise moments of the concert. Nashville radio station 107.5 The River even described it as a collaboration that fans did not know they needed but were thrilled to see.
@teddystours Ed, @Dan + Shay in Nashville singing Tequila! ❤️ #edsheeran #danandshay #nashville #tequila
“Tequila” was originally released by Dan + Shay in 2018 and became one of the duo’s biggest hits. The song topped country charts, earned multiple awards, and helped establish the pair as one of country music’s most successful acts.
The Nashville appearance is the latest example of Ed Sheeran’s growing connection with country music artists. Over the years, he has collaborated with several country stars, and his performance with Dan + Shay showed just how well his music fits alongside the genre.
For the fans who were there, the surprise duet was a highlight of the evening. Seeing Ed Sheeran and Dan + Shay share the stage for “Tequila” created a special moment that many concertgoers will remember for years to come.