American Songwriter

3 Carrie Underwood Songs That Prove She Is One of Country Music’s Best Singers

Very few artists, of any genre, have the vocal chops of Carrie Underwood. Since winning Season 4 of American Idol in 2005, Underwood has proven, time and again, her vocal abilities. These three songs ...
Whiskey Riff

Carrie Underwood Brought To Tears By ‘American Idol’ Contestant’s Powerful Original Song About Overcoming Postpartum Depression

Simply beautiful. Last week, American Idol returned for its 24th season. This year, Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie returned as judges; however, former Idol winner and country superstar, Carrie Underwood ...
American Songwriter

3 Carrie Underwood Songs That Prove She Has a Soft Side

Carrie Underwood wrote “Mama’s Song” with Kara DioGuardi, Marti Frederiksen, and Luke Laird, inspired by her marriage to Mike Fisher. Underwood’s mother, Carole, and Fisher both appear in the video, ...

Why Carrie Underwood Nearly Passed on Recording 'Before He Cheats'

In the world of country music, few songs have made as significant an impact as Carrie Underwood's "Before He Cheats." Released in 2005, this anthem of betrayal not only catapulted Underwood to fame ...

Did You Know Lady A’s Hillary Scott Almost Recorded Carrie Underwood’s First No. 1 Hit?

Jesus, Take the Wheel” was a career-changing song for Carrie Underwood, helping to launch one of the biggest superstar careers in contemporary country music. Who Nearly Cut “Jesus, Take the Wheel” ...

‘American Idol’ Premiere: Carrie Underwood Cries Over Teenager’s Audition

Plus, a viral shower singer shows his face for the first time and more.