Some singers have a special way of making people feel deep emotions just through their voices. Carrie Underwood is one of those singers. She has wowed audiences with her powerful singing and heartfelt performances for years. Two of her best live performances—her version of I’ll Stand by You on American Idol and How Great Thou Art at the 2011 ACM Girls Night Out—show just how talented she is.
In 2007, during the American Idol finale, Underwood sang I’ll Stand by You, a song originally by The Pretenders. She gave the song new life with her strong and emotional voice. From the first note, it was clear that she wasn’t just singing—she was feeling every word. The lyrics talk about standing by someone no matter what, and Underwood’s performance made those words even more powerful. The audience loved it and to this day—it is still one of the most unforgettable performances on American Idol.
Carrie Underwood – I’ll Stand by You (American Idol Finale)
What made her version of the song so special was the mix of strength and emotion in her voice. She wasn’t just performing—she was telling a story that made people feel something deep inside. As she hit the high notes with ease, it was clear why she had won American Idol and why she would go on to become one of the biggest stars in country music. The loud applause at the end showed how much the audience appreciated her performance.
Four years later, Underwood amazed people again at the 2011 ACM Girls Night Out event. She performed the hymn How Great Thou Art with country music legend Vince Gill. The performance started softly and beautifully, and as the song went on, Underwood’s voice became more powerful. When she reached the highest notes, the audience was completely blown away. Many people were moved to tears, and the entire room gave her a standing ovation.
Carrie Underwood – How great thou art (feat. Vince Gill) 2011 ACM Girls Night Out
Looking at both performances, it’s easy to see why Underwood is such a respected singer. She can sing both modern songs and traditional hymns with the same level of passion and skill. Whether she is performing on a TV show or at a big event—she knows how to touch people’s hearts with her music.
Carrie Underwood continues to impress fans with her incredible voice and emotional performances. If you love great music, these two performances are must-watch moments. Be sure to follow her to see more amazing performances in the future!