Lee Greenwood, best known for his patriotic anthem ‘God Bless the USA,’ has publicly defended fellow country singer Carrie Underwood amidst backlash pertaining to her forthcoming inauguration performance. Greenwood urged those criticizing Underwood to “stop this negative crap,” a sentiment he expressed during a recent interview.
Underwood has been subject to increased scrutiny and negative comments on social media since the announcement of her role in the inauguration proceedings. Greenwood, however, denounced the negativity, supporting Underwood and the importance of the inauguration performance in a display of unity and representation of the country.
“There’s always going to be haters,” Greenwood admitted, “but this is an important time for America.” The acclaimed singer, who himself has performed at several presidential inaugurations, implied that the focus should be on the nation’s development rather than creating unnecessary friction.
Siding with Underwood, Greenwood emphasized, “We need to come together.” He further added that performing for any presidential inauguration should be viewed as a honor, since it’s a service to the nation and commitment to the importance of peaceful transitions of power.
While sharing his perspective, Greenwood made a plea to the public for positivity and unity. He expressed his desire for people to cease this “negative crap,” underscoring that the nation requires “all hands on deck” during such significant times.
Underwood, a Grammy award-winning artist, has yet to make any public statements regarding the controversy surrounding her inaugural performance. Her supporters, including Greenwood, continue to defend her, emphasizing that her performance isn’t about promoting any individual political agenda, but about coming together in unity during a momentous occasion in the nation.
Last modified: January 18, 2025
