Carrie Underwood’s performance of “America the Beautiful” at Donald Trump’s Monday inauguration was awkwardly interrupted by an audio error, prompting the Grammy winner and accompanying chorus to sing the patriotic tune a cappella.

Styled by longtime collaborator Marina Toybina, Underwood wore a sleeveless dove gray draped midi dress by Opificio Modenese for the ceremony. The “Before He Cheats” singer completed her look with ivory leather T-strap Ingiliz pumps and a Noä diamond leaf ring.

Carrie Underwood performed a stirring a cappella rendition of "America the Beautiful" after the official swearing-in of President Donald Trump at his inauguration on Jan. 20.

Country singer Carrie Underwood proved her talent Monday when she sang “America the Beautiful” a cappella last minute after the recorded music didn’t play as planned at President Donald Trump‘s inauguration.

The “American Idol” alum’s star-spangled performance unfolded after Trump was sworn in as the 47th president of the United States in the Capitol Rotunda.

Country star Carrie Underwood performs a rendition of "America The Beautiful" at the 2025 presidential inauguration.

In a moment Underwood has said transcends politics, the eight-time Grammy winner took the stage at the Capitol Rotunda in Washington, D.C., to perform "America the Beautiful" at President Trump’s inauguration.

I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”

Country superstar Carrie Underwood performed “America the Beautiful” at the inauguration of President Donald Trump on Monday. But there was a problem.

An awkward few moments at Donald Trump’s inauguration turned into a powerful performance as the attendees joined Carrie Underwood to sing ‘America the Beautiful.’

I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” Underwood said in a statement.

After a brief pause, Underwood sang acapella, asking the crowd to join. during President Trump's inauguration.