On January 20, President Trump was sworn in as the 47th President of the United States for his second term in the Capitol Rotunda of the U.S. Capitol building. Country music star Carrie Marie Underwood performed “America the Beautiful” during the inauguration ceremony, stunning the audience with her solo rendition after an unexpected accompaniment issue.
According to the report by American media E!Online, after President Trump delivered his speech, the host announced singer Carrie Underwood to perform the song “America the Beautiful.” Underwood appeared in a grey high-neck dress adorned with pendant earrings and a sparkling bracelet. However, upon taking the stage, there was an unexpected issue with the accompaniment, leading to a moment of silence in the room as she stood waiting on stage for nearly 2 minutes.
After consulting with staff, Carrie Underwood was signaled to proceed with a solo performance. She picked up the microphone and addressed the audience, saying, “If you know the lyrics, please sing along with me.”
“America the Beautiful” holds the unofficial status of a national anthem, often sung at national celebrations and sporting events. The lyrics praise the expansive sky, golden fields of grain, fruitful earth, and invoke blessings upon the United States.
Carrie Underwood showcased her vocal prowess as her infectious voice inspired the audience to join in singing along, earning rounds of applause as she concluded her performance. She smiled, clapped in response to the audience’s chorus, then turned to shake hands and acknowledge outgoing President Biden, President Trump, and Vice President Pence.
Four years ago, Jennifer Lopez sang “America the Beautiful” at Biden’s inauguration ceremony, while in 2008, Beyoncé performed the song at former President Obama’s inauguration ceremony.
Carrie Underwood, who sang “America the Beautiful” at Trump’s inauguration ceremony, rose to fame after winning the fourth season of the talent show “American Idol.” She went on to become a multi-platinum selling artist, a seven-time Grammy Award winner. At the age of 41, she currently juggles roles as a singer, songwriter, and actress, and serves as a judge on the latest season of “American Idol.”