Carrie Underwood has made it clear that she is not letting any potential backlash affect her decision to perform at Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration.
According to sources close to the country music superstar, Underwood is incredibly proud of this opportunity and views it as a significant moment in her career, beyond the political controversy it may spark.
Carrie Underwood’s Commitment to ‘America’ Not Politics
Underwood, 41, is set to sing “America The Beautiful” following Trump’s swearing-in ceremony, alongside his vice-presidential pick, JD Vance.
While news of her performance triggered a divided response from fans, with some expressing support and others criticism, the singer remains focused on the broader picture.
An insider told DailyMail.com that Underwood is not caught up in the controversies surrounding her involvement.
She sees her performance as a tribute to the United States, rather than a political statement in favor of Trump.
The source emphasized that Underwood’s pride stems from contributing to her country, stating, “She’s doing it for America, not specifically for Trump.”
Carrie Underwood Remains Unfazed by Criticism
Despite the backlash, Underwood is reportedly unfazed.
The source revealed, “She understands the backlash, but she also doesn’t care.
Carrie does her music for everyone, and she knows that many of her fans will be watching the inauguration.”
The insider further explained that Underwood is confident that, over time, any criticism will fade, and the experience will ultimately be positive for her and her fans.
Underwood’s perspective on the matter also includes gratitude for the opportunity that America has given her.
The source noted, “She is a former American Idol and America made her dreams come true, so this is her way of giving back to the country she loves.”
Aiming for Unity and Support from American Idol
One of Underwood’s core goals is to bring unity to the country, and she sees music as the perfect tool to achieve this.
“She wants to unite the country,” the insider shared, explaining that Underwood is determined to focus on the larger mission of healing and togetherness.
As for her role as a judge on American Idol, sources close to the show revealed that the decision to perform at the inauguration will not cause any problems.
“Those over at Idol are not going to make a big deal out of it whatsoever,” the source said, adding that they are excited about Underwood’s new role and the public’s renewed appreciation for her.
Carrie Underwood’s Statement on Her Performance
In an official statement, Underwood expressed her honor and humility at being asked to perform at such a historic event.
She said, “I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event.
I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”
Underwood will perform alongside The Armed Forces Chorus and The United States Naval Academy Glee Club following the presidential oath of office.
Carrie Underwood’s Previous Political Comments and 2017 Skit
While Underwood has generally steered clear of openly discussing politics, she did express her desire to avoid the topic in a 2019 interview with The Guardian.
At the time, she said she preferred to “stay far out of politics if possible, at least in public, because nobody wins,” adding, “It’s crazy.
Everybody tries to sum everything up and put a bow on it, like it’s black and white. And it’s not like that.”
Interestingly, some online users recalled a 2017 skit in which Underwood mocked Trump during the CMA Awards.
In the skit, she and co-host Brad Paisley sang a humorous take on Trump’s habits, poking fun at his political actions.
Despite this, Underwood’s decision to perform at the inauguration highlights her focus on national unity over political division.
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