Carrie Underwood is leading the charge to celebrate the incredible legacy of Toby Keith during the NBC concert special Toby Keith: American Icon, airing this Wednesday night and streaming on Peacock the following day.
Underwood is set to kick off the event, bringing the energy with her vibrant performance of “A Little Less Talk and a Lot More Action” at Bridgestone Arena. Before she starts, she connects with the crowd, saying, “Nashville! We are all here for one reason — this incredible man,” as a large photo of Toby Keith appears behind her. The audience immediately gets on their feet as she belts out the song, originally from Keith’s 1993 debut album.
In the wake of Keith’s death from stomach cancer at age 62 in February, Underwood shared a heartfelt message on Instagram, remembering the country legend fondly. “Saddle up the horses, Jesus, ‘cause a true blue COWBOY just made his ride up to heaven!!!” she wrote. “We’re gonna miss you, Toby, but my heart has no doubt that you are standing in the presence of our King right now!!!”
Underwood is one of many stars who came together to honor Keith. Along with her, Eric Church will perform “As Good as I Once Was,” Brantley Gilbert and HARDY will take on “How Do You Like Me Now?!,” and Riley Green and Ella Langley will sing “Who’s Your Daddy?” Other performances include Luke Bryan’s rendition of “Should’ve Been a Cowboy” and Lainey Wilson and Jamey Johnson joining forces for “Beer for My Horses.”
Keith’s daughter, Krystal Keith, will also take the stage for a touching performance, with several other notable stars like Brett Favre, Trace Adkins, and Parker McCollum making appearances. The concert’s ticket sales will support the Toby Keith Foundation’s OK Kids Korral and Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital, two causes close to Toby’s heart.
Toby Keith’s legacy is one that will never be forgotten, with 42 Top 10 songs, 33 No. 1 hits, and 44 million albums sold. This tribute concert is a heartfelt celebration of his life and music, with Underwood and her fellow stars giving it their all to honor the man who made such a lasting impact on country music.
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