At a recent concert featuring Lainey Wilson, a playful moment unfolded as her opening act, Ian Munsick, humorously impersonated her on stage. Munsick playfully raided Wilson’s wardrobe, appearing in her signature bell bottoms, and documented the amusing encounter on social media.
In the video, when Wilson realizes Munsick is sporting her actual pants, she exclaims, “Stop, you lyin’.” The two then join forces to sing “Good Horses,” with Munsick playfully wiggling his legs. Wilson takes the opportunity to correct his dance moves, advising him to “go with the rhythm like this” and demonstrating a cheeky dance dubbed “the turkey leg.”
As the montage concludes, Wilson reminds Munsick to return her pants, to which he jokes that she might prefer to burn them instead.
This kind of light-hearted prank is increasingly common in country music, especially towards the end of concert tours. Often, these antics serve as a way for opening acts to bond with headliners while creating memorable moments for fans. Additionally, it has become a ritual for headliners to express their gratitude through end-of-tour gifts. In a generous gesture, Wilson gifted Munsick a custom belt buckle and an ATV, marking the camaraderie shared during their tour.
These gestures of goodwill and humor not only foster strong relationships among artists but also create lasting memories for both performers and fans alike. The fun atmosphere highlighted by Munsick’s prank and Wilson’s spirited response reminds us of the joy and connection that music brings.