Videos by Carrie Underwood: Despite the fact that she entered the American Idol set nearly 20 years ago as an unknown, the best-selling female country artist of all time is going back to where it all started when she joins Luke Bryan and Lionel Richie as judges, replacing Katy Perry. Here’s why Keith Urban believes Underwood will add something special to the reality show.
Keith Urban Says Carrie Underwood Is The “Perfect” Judge For ‘American Idol’
Keith Urban previously served as a judge on American Idol from 2012 to 2016. Prior to that, he was a coach on the Australian iteration of The Voice. So, the “Blue Ain’t Your Color” singer knows a little about what it takes.
Speaking to Entertainment Tonight, Urban expressed excitement for Idol’s pick to replace Katy Perry. “She’s perfect for it,” enthused the multi GRAMMY-winning artist.
Carrie Underwood may bring a different perspective to the show because she was a participant herself, according to Urban. He remarked, “She understands exactly what everyone on the other side of the desk is going through.” Lionel doesn’t. Luke doesn’t. She is going to add something truly remarkable to that position.
Lionel Richie has expressed similar opinions regarding his new associate. The 75-year-old singer of “Hello” declared, “We don’t have to explain anymore. We know how you feel.” “As artists, we understand your feelings, but we have never stood in the “American Idol” oval; she has been there, done that.”
When asked for his advice on how Idol’s newest judge should “handle” Luke Bryan, Urban said simply, “Just be yourself.”
“That’s all you gotta do,” he continued. “She can handle Luke, trust me.”
Keith Urban Surprises Fans With Pop-Up Concert… At Buc-ee’s
Keith Urban had a crazy idea when he visited the Buc-ee’s store in Athens, Alabama, about a month ago: “This would be the perfect spot to do a show.”
So, last Friday (Aug. 15) that’s exactly what he did. The 13-time CMA Award winner performed a full-length concert at Buc-ee’s, according to Setlist.fm, playing more than 20 songs.
Urban raved about the experience Monday (Aug. 19) on social media. “You all exceeded every expectation I could’ve possibly had !!” the country star wrote in an Instagram post.