Former NBA superstar Shaquille O'Neal has surprised fans with a viral shout-out on social media, showcasing his musical side by playing the iconic guitar chords from Three Days Grace‘s hit song “Never Too Late.” The video, which has gained significant attention, was shared on his Instagram account, revealing a lighter moment during a break from his popular show, Inside the NBA, which airs on TNT.

In the entertaining clip, Shaq, dressed in a sharp dress shirt and tie, is positioned between two cameras on the studio set, holding a guitar that appears comically small in his massive hands. As he attempts to play the instrument, some viewers have expressed skepticism about whether he is genuinely playing the chords that can be heard in the background.

“Never Too Late” was the third single released from Three Days Grace‘s acclaimed album One-X, which was launched commercially in May 2007. The song achieved remarkable success, topping Billboard’s Mainstream Rock Chart and reaching No. 2 on the Alternative Airplay chart. Notably, it has earned a double platinum certification in the U.S., underscoring its enduring popularity.

In his post, the renowned TV host and NBA Hall of Famer also tagged Three Days Grace, further bridging the gap between sports and music.

Exploring Shaquille O’Neal’s Musical Journey

While Shaquille O’Neal is predominantly recognized for his legendary basketball career, he has also made notable contributions to the music industry. Beginning his journey in rap music in 1993, O’Neal released the popular track “What’s Up Doc? (Can We Rock)” in collaboration with Fu-Schnickens. Over the years, he has released a total of five rap albums, showcasing his versatility as an artist.

In addition to rap, Shaq has expressed his admiration for rock music, famously performing on stage with the band 311 at the 2001 KROQ Weenie Roast and making a guest appearance in their music video for “You Wouldn’t Believe.”

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Moreover, Shaquille has delved into the world of electronic dance music, maintaining a successful career as a DJ, further diversifying his artistic portfolio.

This recent video isn’t the first instance of Shaq showcasing his fondness for “Never Too Late.” Back in 2022, he shared a fun TikTok video where he held a guitar while the song played in the background. In that clip, he appeared to strum the guitar and lip-sync the lyrics, although it was evident that the original track was the source of the music.

Fan Reactions to Shaquille O’Neal’s Guitar Performance

As anticipated, the video of Shaquille O’Neal playing “Three Days Grace” has captured the imagination of fans, who flooded the post with a plethora of comments expressing their thoughts and feelings about the unexpected crossover.

One fan humorously referenced the lyrics from “Never Too Late,” commenting, “This world will never be what I expected …,” while another fan exclaimed, “Shaq and Three Days Grace cross over is a crazy combo.” The stark contrast between Shaq’s towering height of 7’1″ and the modest size of the guitar did not go unnoticed, with one fan jokingly remarking, “Oh shit he plays the Ukulele!!” Others echoed this sentiment, noting that a standard-sized guitar seemed almost toy-like in the context of Shaq’s enormous stature.

One poster added a humorous twist by stating, “We got Three Days Shaquille O’Neal before GTA 6,” while another fan expressed their desire to hear him sing, saying, “I was hoping to hear him sing; I needed to hear him sing.” Meanwhile, a few commenters questioned whether Shaq was truly playing the song, with one user cleverly suggesting, “It’s never too late to start moving your fingers when you air guitar @shaq.”