If there have ever been performances of instant classic fame, this was it. When Carrie Underwood and Dolly Parton took the stage together, it was sheer magic again. During the Carrie Underwood: All-Star Holiday Special, the two legends presented a beautiful duet of I Will Always Love You. Their harmonies seemed to mesh perfectly together in this touching and unifying moment, making the viewers chew their nails in anticipation.
Recorded for the first time by Dolly Parton back in 1973, I Will Always Love You is one of the country genres’ most well-loved songs. The duet featured Carrie’s delicate, crystal-clear voice paired with Dolly’s warm, sentimental delivery, quite the definition of power and sensitivity right there, solidifying the status of two of the greatest vocalists in country music.
Carrie Underwood & Dolly Parton – “I Will Always Love You”
From the instant they began to sing, the crowd was spellbound. When all was said and done, the hall was into thunderous applause, many visibly shaken by the emotional performance. The performance has now gathered millions of views on the Internet, over 16 million in fact, with fans perceiving this version as perhaps one of the best renditions ever of that song.
Carrie Underwood is known for many show-stopping performances, and her Grammy-winning “How Great Thou Art” is no exception; the duet brings everyone down to their knees with awe.
Carrie Underwood – How Great Thou Art (Official Performance Video)
Carrie’s version of How Great Thou Art is one of her most iconic performances. Her forceful voice and soulful emotional rendition brought the audience to tears solidifying her place among the greatest vocalists of all time.
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