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Introduction
Just when fans thought the announcement of the 2026 “ONE LAST RIDE” Tour couldn’t get any more emotional, country music’s greatest legends have dropped a bombshell: the official setlist. Branded as “The Legacy Setlist,” it promises not just timeless hits but also once-in-a-lifetime collaborations that will etch this tour into music history.
Solo Anthems That Defined Generations
The setlist honors the towering careers of each artist. Dolly Parton will bring back Jolene and I Will Always Love You, while George Strait rides high with Amarillo by Morning and The Cowboy Rides Away. Alan Jackson will revisit Remember When and Chattahoochee, Carrie Underwood shakes the stage with Before He Cheats and Jesus, Take the Wheel, Reba McEntire captivates with Fancy and the powerhouse duet Does He Love You alongside Carrie, and Blake Shelton delights with Austin and God Gave Me You.
Collaborations That Will Shake the Ground
The tour’s heartbeat lies in the collaborations — a dream lineup of voices converging on one stage:
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“Forever Country” with all six artists, resurrecting the historic mashup.
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“Islands in the Stream” with Dolly Parton and Blake Shelton, bridging generations.
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“Because He Lives” featuring Dolly, Reba, and Carrie, weaving a spiritual moment destined to leave audiences in tears.
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“Folsom Prison Blues” performed as a grand tribute to Johnny Cash, with the entire lineup joining in.
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And the centerpiece: “One Last Ride,” a brand-new anthem co-written by Alan Jackson and George Strait, performed by all six stars together as a resounding farewell hymn.
Artists Speak from the Heart
“This tour isn’t just about music,” Dolly Parton shared. “It’s about family — and for me, these artists are family. We’ve each had our roads, but this ride, this last ride, we take together.”
George Strait added with a smile, “Fans have been with us through decades of change. ‘One Last Ride’ is our way of saying thank you, of leaving something behind that will last even after the lights go down.”
Carrie Underwood reflected, “To stand on the same stage with Dolly, Reba, George, Alan, and Blake — it’s more than a dream, it’s history. I think fans will feel that in every note.”
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Experience
Industry insiders are calling The Legacy Setlist “a living museum of country music, brought to life on stage.” Fans know they aren’t just attending a concert — they’re stepping into history. For many, this may be the last chance to see these legends not only perform their greatest hits but also unite in a way that has never been seen before, and may never be again.
As the first chords of Jolene fade into the roar of Forever Country, one thing is certain: ONE LAST RIDE is more than a tour. It’s a farewell symphony, a revival, and a reminder that the spirit of country music is eternal.