Carrie Underwood Faces Technical Issues at Trump Inauguration

Carrie Underwood faced unexpected technical difficulties during her performance of 'America The Beautiful' at Donald Trump's inauguration, forcing her to sing a cappella after the backing track failed. Jason Aldean praised Underwood for her professionalism in handling the situation, noting that singing without a track is a significant challenge, especially for such a difficult song. Sources indicate Underwood was frustrated with the lack of a proper stage and felt she did not receive the same respect as other high-profile performers like Beyoncé and Lady Gaga. Despite these challenges, Underwood expressed her honor in being part of the inauguration and emphasized unity in her statement. Her decision to perform at the event has sparked discussions, particularly given her generally private political stance. The ceremony was marked by a last-minute venue change due to extreme cold weather, which also influenced the performance dynamics.