Lee Greenwood has come to the country's star's defense after Carrie Underwood received mixed reactions for agreeing to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday.
“Carrie Underwood is a great artist,” the “God Bless the USA” singer told FOX News Digital on Friday. “She's a great singer. I've sung with her before. She'll do a great job singing 'America the Beautiful' at the Capitol.”
“I'm going to sing it before the president takes the oath,” he added. “Then she'll sing, and that moment alone will be magical. To those who want to say something negative, keep it to yourself. You're here for the same reason I am. Please don't attack my friend.'' Becomes the 47th President of the United States. ”
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Lee Greenwood defended Carrie Underwood after she was criticized by some for her choice to perform at President-elect Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. (Getty Images)
Underwood has largely avoided expressing his political beliefs, but he confirmed his participation earlier this week.
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Underwood said he was “honored” to be asked to perform at the inauguration. (Paras Griffin/Getty Images, ABA)
“I love this country and am honored to be asked to sing at the inauguration and be a small part of this historic event,” said Underwood, who will be joining the Army Choir and the Naval Academy Glee Club. said. In a statement. “I am humbled to answer this call at a time when we all need to come together in a spirit of unity and look to the future.”
While some criticized her, others were quick to express support.
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On last week's episode of the Amy & TJ podcast, TJ Holmes said, “A lot of her fans, you better believe it, a lot of people are divided on her participation — if that's okay.'' You can check her reaction” — but she is performing. This is the inauguration ceremony. This is an American event, a patriotic event in many ways, and a beautiful event that takes place once every four years. Who can be in this country for years and not participate in it? Doesn't it matter who the president is? You can't participate just because people have a problem with the politics or the policy or the person. Or?”
Underwood received mixed reactions about her upcoming performance at President Donald Trump's swearing-in ceremony. (Chris Polk)
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“Well, I think Carrie Underwood made the right decision for her. She has a beautiful voice and I can't wait to hear it,” added Amy Robach.
As for Greenwood, he has performed at several Trump-related events, including the 2017 Inauguration and the 2024 Republican National Convention, but he was thrilled to be back on stage at such a historic event. I'm very honored,” he said.
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“Being part of this means there are thousands of people who would have loved to come here in Washington, D.C. and see this live. And there will be a lot of people. But… It's just a great privilege to be on stage with him.'' ”
Greenwood will perform the ballad “God Bless in the USA” on January 20th. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)
Greenwood said he is looking forward to seeing what the next four years bring.
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“To President Donald Trump, as I said at Mar-a-Lago, we are confident that you will be a peacemaker for the next four years,” he told Fox News Digital. Ta. “You are going to change the way the world looks at America. We all agree on MAGA and Make America Great Again. , from my time in the Merchant Navy, and since my wife's father was in the Navy, military, we know you respect the military and use it wisely. The American people support you.”
President Trump's inauguration event will feature performances by Underwood the Village People and Greenwood.
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