Country music has always been a family affair. The Carters, featuring Johnny Cash's future wife June, were one of the first and most successful examples of kinfolk finding fame with their vocal and instrumental talents. When the world tragically lost honky tonk crooner Hank Williams in 1953, many wondered if his son would continue his legacy. Even as a teen, Hank Williams Jr. felt pressure to follow in his father's footsteps, something that would later inspire his most well-known hit, "Family Tradition."
After attempting to replicate his dad's sound, Williams, who was affectionately nicknamed Bosephus by Williams senior, eventually decided on a blend of southern rock and country for his own distinct style. Of course, he still regularly paid homage to his roots while performing in concert. For this rendition of "Jambalaya," a song originally written by his dad in 1952, he finds some help from another gifted young man. At only 4-years-old, little Hunter Hayes waltzed on stage with his trusty accordion strapped to his chest. Hayes humbly requests they perform the tune together with his adorable southern drawl, and Williams is more than happy to oblige.
Filmed back in 1995, the Louisiana native now has now made a name for himself with his own award-winning albums, but that's not surprising considering the aptitude he shows off at such a young age. Hayes doesn't seem at all phased by the 200,000 audience members cheering him on as the pair go through the Creole-inspired lyrics. The best part, though, is when they break to feature the kiddo's incredible squeezebox skills.
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