2S. CARRIE UNDERWOOD: THINGS YOU DIDN’T KNOW. NO NOISE. NO SCANDALS. ONLY ACHIEVEMENTS.
Carrie Underwood is more than just a country music star. Behind the spotlight lies much less known—and it is these things that have made her enduring icon.
- Almost Missed American Idol
Carrie hesitated to audition for American Idol because she feared leaving her hometown of Oklahoma. Without her family’s encouragement, American music history might have taken a different turn.
- From a Traditional Rural Family
She grew up on a small farm, familiar with manual labor from a young age. Carrie’s disciplined, simple, and persistent mindset stems from this environment—very much “old-school America.”
- Never Studied Music Professionally
Carrie didn’t attend a music conservatory or receive formal vocal training early on. Her powerful voice is a combination of natural talent, hard work, and long-term self-training.
- She’s very afraid of… airplanes
Ironically, one of America’s most toured singers is very afraid of flying. Carrie once shared that she has to pray before every long trip.
- A long-time vegetarian
Carrie has been a vegetarian since childhood because of her close relationship with the animals on the farm. This isn’t a trend, but a personal ethical choice.
- Doesn’t like showbiz drama
Carrie has been almost completely free of major scandals throughout her more than 20-year career. She avoids controversy, doesn’t make shocking statements, and doesn’t exploit her private life to boost her fame.
- Very private about her family life
Despite being the wife of an NHL star, Carrie rarely shows off her children and doesn’t exploit family photos for the media. Her viewpoint is clear: family is for living, not for selling.
- A major influence in gospel music
Beyond country and pop-country, Carrie is highly regarded by critics for her gospel and faith music, with a standard, dignified voice—a rarity among mainstream artists.
- A perfectionist to the point of being demanding
Carrie has canceled or modified entire tours simply because she wasn’t satisfied with the sound quality. For her, fame is less important than professional standards.
- Successful but never forgetting her roots
Despite being an icon, Carrie frequently mentions her hometown, faith, family, and honest work—old but enduring values, and it is these values that have helped her stand strong while many other stars have faded.
ABOUT HIS MUSICAL CAREER:
🎤 Awards & Recognition
8 Grammy Awards – one of the most Grammy-winning female country artists of the 21st century
16 ACM Awards
17 CMA Awards
40+ major and minor awards throughout her career
Multiple times honored as Female Vocalist of the Year
💿 Sales & Commercial Impact
Over 85 million records sold globally
All studio albums have achieved Platinum or Multi-Platinum certification
The highest-selling female artist in the country among the post-2000 generation
📀 Featured Albums
Some Hearts – the best-selling debut album in history by a female country artist
Carnival Ride – #1 on the Billboard 200
Play On – solidified her A-list star status
Blown Away – a blend of country and power ballad
Cry Pretty – one of the rare female country artists who self-produced an album and still topped the charts
📈 Achievements Advertisement
28 No. 1 hits on national charts
Over 100 weeks on the Billboard charts with various songs
The first female artist to have 14 consecutive No. 1 hits on the Hot Country Songs chart
🎶 Forum Savings
Tour revenue exceeding $300 million USD
The Cry Pretty Tour 360 is considered one of the most technically impressive tours in modern country music
🏛️ Legacy & Influence
Official member of the Grand Ole Opry
Critics consider her a benchmark for contemporary female vocalists
Her influence on subsequent generations of young female singers
