Lizzo and Kelly Clarkson deliver powerful songs and stories performances with 'Good As Hell' and Adele cover

Lizzo performed hits and joined Kelly Clarkson for Adele's 'Someone Like You' on NBC’s Songs and Stories.

Lizzo teamed up with Kelly Clarkson for a special episode of NBC’s live music series Songs & Stories, delivering a mix of solo hits and a surprise duet.

The Grammy-winning singer, whose comeback album Love in Real Life has faced uncertainty, revisited fan favorites during the September 9 broadcast. Lizzo, born Melissa Jefferson, performed energetic versions of her chart-topping singles Good As Hell and Juice, highlighting the playful and empowering style that has defined much of her career.

Lizzo and Kelly perform a powerful rendition of "Someone Like You" 🎤 #NBCSongsAndStories with Kelly Clarkson TONIGHT | NBC and @peacock pic.twitter.com/MR8Upz9oLK

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Later in the show, Clarkson joined Lizzo onstage for a rendition of Adele’s Someone Like You. The collaboration between the two powerhouse vocalists left the live audience visibly moved, with their harmonies praised for adding a fresh dimension to the widely recognized ballad.

Clarkson, who also serves as host of Songs & Stories, has used the series to spotlight both established artists and new voices, blending performance with conversation. Lizzo’s appearance continued this trend, giving viewers a chance to see her revisit earlier work while trying out a new musical pairing.

Lizzo did not share updates on when her next project might arrive. Still, the episode reinforced her ability to captivate audiences through live performance. For Clarkson, it added another memorable collaboration to the show’s growing list of guest appearances.

Videos of the performances quickly circulated online following the broadcast, sparking discussion among fans about the chemistry between the two Grammy winners. The combination of Lizzo’s upbeat catalog and the emotional weight of Adele’s ballad offered a showcase of versatility and vocal strength.

The Songs & Stories series continues to highlight unique collaborations, and Lizzo’s episode reinforced how live music moments can generate excitement even amid uncertainty about future releases.