Skip to content litaglobal.com Search Home Uncategorized Tim McGraw delivered an emotional tribute at the Country Music Hall of Fame, performing Don’t Close Your Eyes while playing Keith Whitley’s very own guitar. The heartfelt moment honored the late country legend, with McGraw’s voice carrying the weight of Whitley’s enduring legacy. Fans were deeply moved as history and music intertwined in a performance that won’t soon be forgotten. Tim McGraw delivered an emotional tribute at the Country Music Hall of Fame, performing Don’t Close Your Eyes while playing Keith Whitley’s very own guitar. The heartfelt moment honored the late country legend, with McGraw’s voice carrying the weight of Whitley’s enduring legacy. Fans were deeply moved as history and music intertwined in a performance that won’t soon be forgotten.

Watch Tim McGraw Perform “Don’t Close Your Eyes” With Keith Whitley’s Guitar at Country Music Hall of Fame

Nashville’s Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum hosted an online fundraiser via YouTube on Oct. 28 that featured a who’s who of country stars.

Big Night (At the Museum) paired country music stars with historic instruments for a one-of-a-kind night of music. Artists taking part included Alison Brown, Kane Brown, Carlene CarterRodney CrowellEmmylou HarrisMiranda LambertAshley McBryde, Reba McEntireTim McGrawKeb Mo, Ricky SkaggsMarty Stuart and The War and Treaty.

During the show, Tim McGraw played Keith Whitley’s C.W. Parsons acoustic guitar and sang Whitley’s “Don’t Close Your Eyes.”

During the free concert, viewers were encouraged to donate to the Museum through YouTube Giving. More than $500,000 has been raised.

Watch Tim’s performance below.

photo courtesy of the Country Music Hall of Fame & Museum

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