In 2016, American troops stationed in Afghanistan got an unexpected surprise when Hollywood superstar Scarlett Johansson visited their base. She wasn’t alone in lifting their spirits—country singer Craig Campbell was also there on a military tour. But what no one saw coming was the moment these two stars teamed up for an impromptu duet that left everyone stunned!
Craig and Scarlett found themselves sitting on fold-out chairs in front of a group of excited soldiers. With his guitar in hand, Craig turned to Scarlett with a grin. “I gotta be honest—I don’t remember all the words to this one,” he admitted with a chuckle. The song? Nancy Sinatra’s 1966 hit These Boots Are Made For Walkin’.
Scarlett, however, didn’t miss a beat. Confidently, she picked up the lyrics and sang her heart out, covering for Craig as they performed a short but unforgettable version of the song. The troops cheered, and later, fans online were just as shocked. One viewer commented, “She’s got a much better voice than I was expecting!”
While most people know Scarlett for her incredible acting career, not everyone realizes she’s been making music for years. She released her first track, Summertime, in 2006 and most recently worked on an EP in 2018 with Pete Yorn. Over the years, she has collaborated with music legends like David Bowie, Este Haim, and the Yeah Yeah Yeahs.
Her most famous single, Falling Down, was a cover of a Tom Waits song from her 2008 debut album, Anywhere I Lay My Head. The album featured dreamy, atmospheric sounds that indie music fans appreciated. However, critics weren’t impressed, dismissing it as “uncompelling.” But some fans saw it differently. One listener wrote, “This is maybe one of the most underrated and less understood works in history. I simply love the complete album.”
Looking back, Scarlett’s music had an indie pop feel that was ahead of its time—similar to what artists like Lana Del Rey later made mainstream. Maybe Anywhere I Lay My Head deserves a second chance. But one thing is certain: Scarlett’s surprise duet with Craig Campbell proved she’s got serious vocal talent. Whether she’s on the big screen or behind a microphone, Scarlett Johansson is a true multi-talented artist!
