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Carrie Underwood Rocks American Idol Finale with Mötley Crüe
14 May
Summary
- Carrie Underwood duetted with Mötley Crüe on 'Home Sweet Home' and 'Kickstart My Heart'.
- She previously performed with rock bands Papa Roach, Joan Jett, and Guns N' Roses.
- Underwood, a former American Idol winner, is now a judge on the show.
Carrie Underwood delivered a powerful rock performance on the American Idol 2026 season finale, joining Mötley Crüe for a show-stopping duet. As a current judge and former winner of the competition, Underwood surprised viewers by performing hits like "Home Sweet Home" and "Kickstart My Heart" with the iconic heavy metal band.
The collaboration highlighted Underwood's long-standing love for rock music. She has previously shared the stage with notable rock acts, including Papa Roach in Las Vegas last April, Joan Jett in 2019, and Guns N' Roses multiple times since 2022. These experiences have been described by Underwood as "lifelong dream[s] come true."
