It’s been almost a year since the passing of country singer Toby Keith, who died of cancer at the age of 62, but his legacy continues to live through his daughter who has followed into his footsteps.
During the tribute concert, Toby Keith: The American Icon, Krystal Keith delivered a heartfelt performance, honoring the late musician who had impacted the world of music profoundly.
With the rendition of Don’t Let the Old Man In, Toby Keith’s daughter touched the hearts of many.
How Do You Like Me Now…. daddy-daughter version Friday night in Hinckley. @tobykeith pic.twitter.com/1F6IMPJE6V
— Krystal Keith (@KrystalKeith) July 17, 2018
Speaking to Country Now prior to her emotional performance, Krystal said she had to listen to the song on repeat and “try to numb myself to the emotions a little bit.” She was aware the night would be emotional, but she did her best not to cry and perform perfectly.
“I just have to compartmentalize and know that he would laugh at me if I screw it up. So I’m just going to try to get through it and honor him the best I can,” she revealed.
The song the daughter of Toby Keith performed as a tribute was inspired by a conversation between the late music star and actor Clint Eastwood.
Eastwood was about to start working on a new project at the age of 88, and Keith asked him, “How do you do it, man?” to what the Dirty Harry star replied, “I just get up every morning and go out. And I don’t let the old man in.”
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Don’t Let the Old Man In is a perfect representation of Toby Keith, who never gave up fighting despite the diagnosis of having cancer.
The lyrics carry the message that we should live life to the fullest, just like he did.
At the end of her touching performance, Toby Keith’s daughter pointed her finger towards the sky, and we knew her dad had been watching and being proud of her.
A number of country musicians, among which Carrie Underwood, Luke Bryan, and Lainey Wilson, were part of the tribute concert that honored the life and work of Keith.
Toby Keith disclosed his cancer diagnosis with the public in 2022.
Back then, he posted on his social media and left his fans devastated and praying for his well-being.
“Last fall I was diagnosed with stomach cancer. I’ve spent the last 6 months receiving chemo, radiation and surgery,” he said in a June 2022 post on X (formerly Twitter). So far, so good. I need time to breathe, recover, and relax.
“I am looking forward to spending this time with my family. But I will see the fans sooner than later. I can’t wait. -T.”
On the day Toby Keith passed away, the world of music lost a legend.
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