Carrie Underwood’s Grand Ole Opry Tribute Honors Every Woman Who Came Before Her. She took the stage at the ACM Awards not to promote a single but to pay tribute, and in doing so, she delivered one of her most unforgettable performances to date. In celebration of the Grand Ole Opry’s 95th anniversary, she performed a medley of legendary songs by women who paved the way. Carrie did not just sing; she honored; she remembered and she stood on the shoulders of giants and gave thanks with every note.
She opened with Patsy Cline’s “Crazy,” her voice aching with soft sorrow, then moved boldly into Loretta Lynn’s “You Ain’t Woman Enough.” Each transition was seamless, each song a new layer of history and resilience. Through Barbara Mandrell’s swagger, Dolly Parton’s charisma and Martina McBride’s raw emotion, Carrie reminded fans that country music’s legacy is deeply female. She captured pride, pain, defiance and grace, all while keeping her own voice steady and true.
Carrie Underwood – ACM Awards Tribute to the Grand Ole Opry’s 95th Anniversary
Fans flooded the comments with gratitude and memories. “I cried from the first note,” one wrote. “She gave these legends their due.” Others called it a history lesson, a love letter and even a mirror. Carrie’s medley gave people a chance to reflect on their own mothers, grandmothers, and heroes, the ones who raised them and the songs that raised their spirits. The connection between artist and listener grew stronger through shared roots.
And while this performance was about looking back, Carrie also knows how to turn inward. In her performance of “How Great Thou Art”, she takes a quieter, more spiritual approach. Where the Opry tribute was filled with bold voices and iconic names, this song is about stillness, reverence and personal faith. It is a whisper compared to the shout but just as moving. It proves that Carrie’s power does not just come from volume but from depth.
Carrie Underwood Praises with “How Great Thou Art!” | American Idol
In “How Great Thou Art,” Carrie stands under a single spotlight. Her voice soft at first, swells with devotion. There are no distractions, just raw vocal control and emotional surrender. Whether you are religious or not, there is something sacred in the way she sings it. It is not about showing off — it is about letting go and in that surrender, she reminds everyone of something bigger than themselves.
What keeps Carrie Underwood’s music so deeply resonant is this balance, the ability to carry tradition while making it feel personal. Whether honoring country greats or standing alone with a hymn, she meets each moment with heart. That is what her fans keep coming back for. Follow Carrie on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube because the next performance might remind you of where you came from or who you still want to become.