“The first one I remember singing on stage was 'Somewhere Out There' from 'An American Tail.' I was around 7, and my choir teacher at school asked me if I would sing it. My parents told me that I needed to move around the stage, so for the entire time I just walked back and forth from side to side while I was singing - there's videotape of it.”

American singer and songwriter

Carrie Underwood is an American singer and songwriter who rose to prominence in the 21st century. She is known for her vocal range, her energetic stage presence, and her role in country music after winning the fourth season of American Idol in 2005. Since that breakthrough, she has helped keep female country artists visible in popular culture. Her work is closely associated with contemporary country music, and her public image has been shaped by strong vocals and a polished performance style.