Carrie Underwood brought a burst of color – and energy – to the 2019 ACM Awards with “Southbound.”
Underwood had the most unique introduction of the night, kicking off the performance at the lavish outdoor pool at the MGM Grand. As enthusiastic pool-goers splashed in the water and tossed around beach balls, Underwood strutted around poolside in a multi-colored tinsel-clad dress, singing the song’s summery lyrics as Cry Pretty Tour 360 openers Maddie & Tae and Runaway June appeared behind her, dancing with drinks in their hands.
Underwood then brought the show inside the arena, dancing her way through the crowd, greeting the likes of Luke Bryan and Keith Urban (who was singing the lyrics) along the way. She eventually made her way to the stage, flanked by dancers dressed in tie dye and colorful outfits, her positive energy permeating through the arena.
The breezy “Southbound” is the fifth track on Underwood’s album Cry Pretty. She is nominated for Female Artist of the Year at the 54th annual awards.
