Toby Keith was a country superstar for decades. His music helped create generations of country fans with American anthems and funny love songs. Sadly, Toby died in February 2024 after battling stomach cancer for more than two years. Toby had fans across the globe, but none loved him like his children.
Toby Keith’s daughter, Krystal Keith, joined a star-studded cast during a special show, Toby Keith: American Icon, to pay tribute to her late father. She grew up listening to her dad’s music along with her sister, Shelley, and brother, Stelen. When it came time to honor Toby, she knew how she wanted to show her love.
Toby Keith’s Daughter Sang One Of Her Dad’s Hits
As a songwriter, Toby Keith knew the way to his listeners’ hearts. His ballads were powerful and often brought tears to our eyes. Krystal’s rendition of Don’t Let The Old Man In certainly made her family proud.
She knew how important it was to sing the song, so she told Country Now she spent a long time preparing for the big moment. She listened to the song on repeat and tried to “numb” herself so she didn’t get too emotional.
“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 said.
She certainly didn’t screw it up, and she took the last moment on stage to point a finger toward her dad in heaven and let a tear fall down her cheek. It was moving, poignant, and a true labor of love dedicated to her father, her inspiration.
The lyrics serve as an important reminder to all of us.
Many moons I have lived
My body’s weathered and worn
Ask yourself how would you be
If you didn’t know the day you were born
Try to love on your wife
And stay close to your friends
Toast each sundown with wine
Don’t let the old man in
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