Kane Brown And Lauren Alaina's Planned Performance At The 2018 ACM Awards

Kane Brown and Lauren Alaina stepped onto the stage at the 2018 ACM Awards with a unique plan that was sure to surprise their fans. Their live performance of "What Ifs" included a super-romantic almost-kiss that was deliberately staged, putting both artists in a tricky situation as they are committed to other partners. This moment wasn't just a spur-of-the-moment decision; it was meticulously planned during rehearsals.

Despite the light-hearted nature of the moment, Alaina humorously noted, "I mean, Kane and I don’t really put our noses together when we look at each other." While they normally maintained a distance of 2 to 3 feet during practice, the producers pushed for them to get closer, indicating they wanted the audience to think they were about to kiss. The question arose: why would they want that impression?

As the performance unfolded on live television, social media buzzed with reactions, just as the producers had anticipated. Both Brown and Alaina expressed feelings of awkwardness about the situation, but Alaina ultimately felt it was the right move. "They wanted us to live out the lyrics of the song," she reflected, recognizing that part of their role as entertainers was to embody the emotions of the song.

However, the moment felt strange for Alaina, who has been in a committed relationship for nearly six years. She shared her conversation with her boyfriend, Alex, stating, "I had to go to Alex and be like 'So, just to let you know, we aren’t going to kiss but it's going to look like we are.'" Both artists expressed gratitude for their supportive partners, emphasizing the importance of understanding and trust in their relationships.

Alaina felt fortunate that the moment was shared with Kane, saying, "Thank God it was Kane." She mused that if it were someone else, it might have crossed a line. The idea of an unexpected kiss live on television was something she found amusing yet concerning. As they look forward to their upcoming performances, including touring with Jason Aldean and Luke Combs, Alaina remains focused on her music and the opportunities ahead.