Kelly Clarkson, the powerhouse vocalist and beloved host of The Kelly Clarkson Show, recently wowed audiences with her soul-stirring cover of Olivia Rodrigo’s “Can’t Catch Me Now.” The haunting ballad, featured on the Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds & Snakes soundtrack, resonated deeply with fans.
The Kellyoke Segment
For her popular Kellyoke segment, Kelly Clarkson stepped into the spotlight, dressed in an olive green cargo dress with soft waves in her hair. Backed by her harmonizing vocalist and instrumentalists (affectionately known as My Band Y’all), she flawlessly delivered the powerful chorus:
“Through wading grass, the months will pass,
You’ll feel it all around.
I’m here, I’m there, I’m everywhere,
But you can’t catch me now.”
Olivia Rodrigo’s Impactful Track
“Can’t Catch Me Now,” released in November, serves as the opening track to the 17-song film soundtrack via Geffen Records. The soundtrack features songs performed in the film by The Hunger Games star Rachel Zegler, as well as tracks by young artists in the folk/Americana genre. Rodrigo attended the movie’s premiere, revealing that composing the track had been a challenge for her as a songwriter. She explained that while many of her songs are about her personal life, writing from the character of Lucy Gray was a unique experience—one to which she felt deeply connected.
Kelly Clarkson’s Tribute
Kelly Clarkson’s rendition of Olivia Rodrigo’s emotional ballad captured the essence of longing and resilience. Her respect for both the song and its impact on fans was evident, and her performance left a lasting impression.