The idea of another singer covering “Before He Cheats” might sound absurd, but before the lyrics were handed to Underwood, the song was pitched to Gretchen Wilson. Ultimately, it was recorded by ...

Carrie Underwood wasn’t sure America was ready for her to smash headlights and slash tires — lyrically, that is. The award-winning performer, 42, admitted that she wrestled with fear prior to ...

Carrie Underwood wasn't sure America was ready for her to smash headlights and slash tires - lyrically, that is. The award-winning performer, 42, admitted that she wrestled with fear prior to ...

Carrie Underwood admitted she initially hesitated to record her breakout hit "Before He Cheats," fearing the song's aggressive lyrics might conflict with her wholesome image. The 42-year-old country ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. In this image released on October 10, 2025, Carrie Underwood performs at the 56th Annual GMA Dove Awards - Carly Mackler/Getty ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Carrie Underwood wasn’t sure America was ready for her to smash headlights and slash tires — lyrically, that is. The award-winning ...

Twenty years ago, Carrie Underwood‘s hit song “Before He Cheats” helped catapult her to superstardom less than two years after she was named the winner of American Idol. But she almost didn’t even ...