Ariana Grande delivered a major surprise moment during night three of her Brooklyn residency when she brought out Ty Dolla $ign as a special guest at Barclays Center on Thursday, July 16. The two performed their 2020 collaboration“Safety Net”from Grande’s Positions album, marking the first time Ty has joined her on the Eternal Sunshine Tour for this particular duet. When Ty emerged from the house-themed stage set, the crowd erupted in excitement, creating one of the most talked-about moments of the tour so far.
What makes this collaboration even more special is how organically it came together in the first place. According to Grande’s 2020 interview on the Zach Sang Show, Ty showed up to a studio session, heard what was being created, and spontaneously suggested they make something together. Grande, a self-described fan of Ty’s work, immediately agreed, and“Safety Net”was born from that casual, creative moment. The track debuted at number 52 on the Billboard Hot 100 when Positions dropped in October 2020, and it’s since become a tour staple in Act III of Grande’s setlist.
The energy at Thursday’s show was electric enough that Grande announced it was the loudest crowd she’s experienced on the entire Eternal Sunshine Tour. With two more shows scheduled at Barclays Center on Saturday, July 18, and Sunday, July 19, fans are already wondering if Ty will make another appearance or if this Brooklyn moment will remain exclusive. Which guest collaboration would you want to see come to life at a live show? Let us know in the comments.
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