Hey Ya Acoustic Cover by Chase and Sierra Eagleson (Folk Version on the Shenandoah River)

A riverbank, two guitars, and a song everyone knows. This performance turns a dance-floor anthem into a campfire singalong with heart and grit.

Chase Eagleson and his sister, Sierra, bring a gentle, rootsy spin to Outkast’s classic. Listeners get a warm duet, clean acoustic textures, and a moment that feels both familiar and new. This post breaks down the story behind the video, the sound, and the easy charm that keeps fans coming back for more. It also shares where to find more outdoor sessions, duets, and ways to support the music. Watch, read, and feel the rhythm of this stripped-back version of Hey Ya.

This session started the way great ideas often do, on the road after a family event. Chase and Sierra had driven to Virginia for a wedding. On the way home, they chose the long route through the Blue Ridge Mountains. The pace slowed. The view opened up. Music felt like the right next step.

A wide bend of the Shenandoah River offered both a break and a backdrop. Guitars came out of the car. The camera rolled. The scene was simple: trees, water, breeze, and two voices. The mood was relaxed and a little playful, the way road-trip music should be.

“We stopped on the Shenandoah River to play this folk version of Hey Ya by Outkast.”

They kept it loose, light, and honest. The result feels like a postcard set to a beat you already love, only softer.

Outkast’s Hey Ya is known for its jumpy groove and bold hook. Chase and Sierra flip it into an intimate folk piece. They strip it down to acoustic guitar, tight harmonies, and hand-led rhythm. That approach highlights the song’s lyrics in a new way. Listeners hear the joy, but also the doubt tucked inside the words.

Their voices trade lines and blend in the chorus. It never feels overdone. The pacing makes space for details, like breath between phrases and gentle string noise. Those touches keep it human and close.

The performance opens with a familiar line, softened by a warm tone: “my baby don’t mess around cause she loves me”. It lands like a confessional. The second line shifts the mood: “but what does she really want, but can’t stand to see me walk out the door”. In this setting, the lyric stings a little more. The river setting amplifies it.

Chase and Sierra often team up, and that history shows. Their timing is tight, their blend is balanced, and their feel for each other’s phrasing is clear. Fans of their sibling duets will hear what they love here. For more of their collaborations, check out their Songs with Sierra playlist.

Turning a high-energy hit into a folk piece takes trust in the core of the song. Here, the chords and melody carry the load. The acoustic guitar picks out a lean rhythm, and the voices lift the hook without the original’s synth and bass. It feels like a riverside round, not a club chorus.

Chase’s background in guitar and drums supports the arrangement. He learned in lessons as a teen, then taught himself more over time. Sierra, a fellow artist with a strong lead voice and a gentle harmony feel, helps shape the tempo and tone.

The repeated lines, like “oh you think you got it”, turn into a relaxed call-and-response. The river brings the calm. The harmonies add the heart.

The original Hey Ya thrives on motion. This version leans on space. That shift lets the lyric breathe. The meaning behind lines like “thank God for mom and dad for sticking two together” lands with quiet weight. It nods to history and relationships while staying light on its feet.

Chase’s guitar gives a warm base, with steady strums instead of a driving beat. Sierra’s top line carries the hook with a bright but easy tone. Together they keep the groove without rushing. That balance makes this version great for repeat plays, road trips, or a slow morning.

Small crowd cues and soft applause at points help anchor the performance in a real place. It sounds like an impromptu set, minus the noise that usually comes with it.

Chase Eagleson is a singer, multi-instrumentalist, and producer known for acoustic covers and original songs. He runs a growing catalog of videos, often filmed outdoors or in his home studio. Many feature his sister, Sierra, a fellow musician with a clear tone and strong harmony sense.

Chase took guitar and drum lessons in his early teens, then taught himself more instruments over the years. He produces most of his content, from arranging songs to mixing tracks. He creates a clean, organic sound that makes pop, rock, and indie favorites feel fresh.

Sierra appears often, and fans know that blend. The sibling energy adds comfort and trust. It also makes their duet projects a consistent draw.

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Conclusion

A river, a classic hook, and two voices in sync can do a lot. This acoustic take on Hey Ya shows how a familiar song can shift tone without losing its spark. It is light, heartfelt, and easy to play again.

Catch more sessions, join the community, and stay tuned for new projects. What song should they take to the water next? Thanks for listening, and enjoy the music where it lives best, in the moment.

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