In country music, it’s a common tradition for headliners to give their opening acts farewell gifts at the end of a tour. While many artists participate in this gesture, country star Sam Hunt is known for going above and beyond when it comes to tour gifts. Rising country singer Lily Rose, who has toured with Hunt multiple times, recently shared her favorite gift from him—and it’s nothing short of legendary.
Sam Hunt: The King of End-of-Tour Gifts
Lily Rose has been on three different tours with Sam Hunt, making her well-acquainted with his generosity. During a chat on Taste of Country Nights, she revealed that Hunt gives some of the best and most thoughtful gifts in the business.
The Ultimate Backstage Bar Cart
Among all the gifts she has received, Rose’s favorite is a custom-made bar cart that Hunt gave her. But this isn’t just any bar cart—it’s an all-in-one party station designed for life on the road.
“The best gift, my prized possession, he [Sam Hunt] gifted me a bar cart for the road,” Rose shared enthusiastically.
She explained that in country music, it’s common for big stars like Luke Combs, Morgan Wallen, and Luke Bryan to have massive rolling bar setups backstage. Hunt, however, took it to another level with his personalized version.
A High-Tech, Fully Loaded Setup
Rose detailed just how impressive the bar cart is:
- Built-in Speaker – Perfect for setting the mood backstage
- Chargers – Convenient for keeping devices powered up
- Storage Drawers – For keeping bar essentials organized
- Mini Refrigerator – To keep drinks cold at all times
With these features, it’s no surprise that Rose treasures this one-of-a-kind gift.
A Gift with a Name: Meet ‘Bart’
When Rose first received the cart, she was still traveling in a van. Now, it sits outside her tour bus, proudly serving as a key part of her road life.
“It is actually the most gaudy and ridiculous thing, but we named it Bartholomew Cartaveous,” she joked. “He is our true prized possession.”
Sam Hunt’s Thoughtful Farewell Tradition
Sam Hunt clearly puts effort into making sure his opening acts feel appreciated. His gifts aren’t just tokens of gratitude—they are practical, personalized, and memorable. While Hunt mostly has festival performances lined up this year instead of a full tour with supporting acts, it’s clear that his reputation for epic farewell gifts will live on.