Chase Elliott paid tribute to country music legend Alan Jackson at his final full-length concert in Nashville on June 27. Elliott thanked Jackson for representing Georgia and entertaining fans for decades.
What happened?
Chase Elliott, Dale Earnhardt Jr, and Jeff Gordon led NASCAR's tribute to Alan Jackson, with Elliott going first to congratulate Jackson on his incredible career.
Why it matters for Chase Elliott
Elliott's tribute was personal, as Jackson's songs have been playing in NASCAR garages for thirty years, and the Elliott family is proud to be fans of his.
Chase Elliott appreciated Jackson representing Georgia so well all these years. Dale Earnhardt Jr also shared his admiration for Jackson, calling him a legend and thanking him for kicking ass.
What comes next?
Alan Jackson is stepping off the road for good due to Charcot-Marie-Tooth disease, a nerve condition that's been affecting his balance. The tributes rolled on the big screen at Nashville's Nissan Stadium, packed with 50,000-plus fans for 'Last Call: One More for the Road – The Finale'.
Jackson's connection to NASCAR runs deep, with his 'Who's Cheatin' Who' video featuring half the NASCAR garage, including Rusty Wallace, Dale Jarrett, Mark Martin, and Bill Elliott. He also had a Ford deal, and his cover of 'Mercury Blues' became the jingle for Ford truck commercials.
Dale Earnhardt Jr's new gig with Amazon Prime Video and TNT Sports started in 2025, with a lighter schedule of 10 races. He's calling races with Adam Alexander and his old crew chief, Steve Letarte.
The event raised money for the CMT Research Foundation, with some of the ticket money going straight to the foundation. George Strait came out and sang 'Designated Drinker' and 'Murder on Music Row' with Jackson.
The whole thing ended with 'Where I Come From' and fireworks lighting up the Nashville sky. Jackson's final concert was a celebration of his career and his connection to NASCAR.
Chase Elliott's tribute to Alan Jackson was a heartfelt thank you for the music and the memories. Elliott's family has been a fan of Jackson's for decades, and it was clear that the feeling is mutual.
The NASCAR community came together to honor Jackson, with Elliott, Earnhardt Jr, and Gordon leading the tribute. It was a special moment for everyone involved, and a fitting tribute to a country music legend.
Jackson's music has been a part of NASCAR for decades, and it's clear that he will be deeply missed. But his legacy will live on, and his music will continue to be played in NASCAR garages for years to come.
The final concert was a sell-out, with 50,000-plus fans packing Nashville's Nissan Stadium. It was a night to remember, with great music and a special tribute to a country music legend.
Chase Elliott's participation in the tribute was a highlight of the evening, and a testament to the respect and admiration that he and the NASCAR community have for Alan Jackson.