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Carrie Underwood, the country music singer, is set to honor her close friend and the renowned songwriter, Brett James, by devoting her entire SiriusXM countdown show to him. The artist disclosed the airing of the tribute show, which will be an intimate personal account of his life and a discussion of his musical legacy, as major creator’s death is felt already in the person Carrie’s area and in the whole music world.
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A very touching video was shared on social media where Carrie Underwood expressed how profoundly the late songwriter had influenced her life and career. Carrie narrated her decision to make the show and to focus it on the memory of Brett James with a voice that shook and could barely be heard. The artist claimed the session as a healing process and a commemoration of his life at the same time, while pointing out the huge void his passing has made in the universe.
Underwood said, “I decided to make this countdown about remembering Brett James because I think it is, it’s healing, it is celebratory, it is, it’s just appropriate.” She expressed her sorrow very openly saying that she went through it crying, “I cried my way through.” “You just can’t lose someone like that without shedding a few tears,” she said, and her words echoed through the souls of those who had been in such a distressing situation.
The singer-songwriter was considering what and how his impact would be on her future songs. It would be unusual not to have James’s influence in the writing process but she would still like to continue the flow of his teachings. “Hopefully we can take everything that we have learnt from Brett with us and continue to write amazing songs, maybe, maybe inspired by him,” she said, giving a look of hope amidst sorrow.
When the special episode of ‘Carrie’s Country’ was announced there was an immediate, empathetic and un-fortified support from the audience. The listeners and fans were very fast to post their own expressions of sadness and support in the comment section of her post.
Someone correctly predicted the emotional heaviness of the broadcast by saying, “well this will make me cry!!” This straightforward and simple comment is a perfect example of how Underwood’s open and raw honesty gives the audience the invitation to share in her grief.
“Thus person who has passed is indeed a loss” said one of the listeners moreover he assured “Love and prayers to you, Carrie.” This feeling communicates the common feeling of loss not only among the close ones but also among those who enjoyed the artists music and appreciated them.
The gathering of people paying tribute was also a reason for fans to remind their own relationships to James’s work. One user mentioned, “One of my favorite songs is After All,” this testimony shows the legacy of a songwriter that never dies because one of his works is still famous. It is in these creations that an artist’s remembrance lives on with the public.
A succinct but sincere condolence, “So sorry for your loss,” portrays the support that the entire public sentiment is for Underwood. Therefore, it suggests a fanbase that is always there with her to share and to remember.
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In a way, by using her public platform to remember, Carrie Underwood is not only talking to the radio. She is enabling a series of togetherness moments for mourning and appreciating a man, who will always be considered one of the ones that produced the music of life for many. Her pledge to bring the music inspired by him reminds us that Brett James’s legacy is still alive. It will continue to unfold in the songs she writes and the stories she tells, thus keeping the memory of a great collaborator and friend alive in the best possible way. Her recent Grand Ole Opry performance was a testament to her enduring artistry. Providence College also recently experienced her powerful stage presence. Fans are still talking about her Ozzy Osbourne cover that sparked a lot of conversation.
