The 'American Idol' alum said she was "honored" to be asked to perform at Trump's inaugural Carrie Underwood honored the new president with a rare political performance. On Monday, Jan. 20, Underwood,

Carrie Underwood sang “America the Beautiful” a cappella at Donald Trump ‘s swearing-in ceremony during Monday’s 2025 inauguration. The singer was dressed in a sleeveless midi dress with a small, draped collar and light ruching down the front.

Underwood was reportedly not thrilled as how her rendition went down, according to the Daily Mail. She allegedly felt that she was not “afforded the same level of respect” as other singers have in the past,

WASHINGTON, DC – JANUARY 20: Singer Carrie Underwood performs “America the Beautiful” after President Donald Trump was sworn in at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda on January 20, 2025 in Washington, DC. Donald Trump takes office for his second term as the 47th president of the United States. (Photo by Saul Loeb – Pool/Getty Images)

Today, the country music singer took to the stage, which was moved inside reportedly due to cold weather, to sing "America the Beautiful" with the Armed Forces Chorus. A 30-second silence ensued. Then, just when it seemed like the music was working, the audio swiftly cut out before she could begin singing.

Underwood, whose career took off after she won "American Idol" in 2005, is set to perform "America the Beautiful" before Trump takes the oath of office on Jan. 20. The Armed Forces Chorus and the United States Naval Academy Glee Club will accompany her. Opera singer Christopher Macchio will perform the national anthem.

Carrie Underwood, Christopher Macchio and Lee Greenwood honored President Trump in song at his inauguration. Here are the highlights.