Since her breakout victory on American Idol in 2005, Carrie Underwood has become a powerhouse in the music industry, dominating charts with country hits like “Before He Cheats” and “Jesus Take the Wheel.” But while her musical roots run deep in country and gospel, Underwood has long had a passion for rock—and she just proved it in the most unexpected way.
In a move no one saw coming, Underwood recently joined rock band Papa Roach on stage during their Rise Of The Papa Roach Tour stop in Las Vegas, leaving the crowd stunned and electrified.
As fans packed the venue expecting a night of classic Papa Roach energy, the show took an epic turn when Underwood emerged from backstage and joined the band for a fiery performance of their iconic hit “Last Resort.” With pyrotechnics blazing and the audience in full roar, Underwood’s raw vocals blended seamlessly with frontman Jacoby Shaddix, delivering a moment that quickly went viral. Even one of the venue’s security guards was caught on camera passionately singing along.
Videos of the moment exploded across social media, with one fan writing, “Carrie Underwood and Papa Roach? This is the collab I never knew I needed!” Another commented, “If this is the future of rock, count me in—this performance was insane!”
Still buzzing after the set, Underwood took to social media to share her excitement, saying she was “still in disbelief over this one.”
But the night held more surprises. Later in the concert, Underwood returned to the stage to perform “Leave A Light On” with Papa Roach—a powerful ballad with a mission. As they performed, screens lit up with a message of hope, displaying the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline number, 988, and the logo of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP).
The emotional duet wasn’t just about music—it carried a purpose. In a joint statement, Underwood and Papa Roach revealed that proceeds from the song will go toward suicide prevention efforts and mental health awareness, with royalties being donated to the AFSP in perpetuity.
They encouraged fans to visit AFSP.org to learn how to recognize signs of emotional struggle in loved ones, offering tools and resources for those in need of support.
This unlikely pairing between a country queen and a rock band not only lit up the Vegas stage, but also brought a powerful message of compassion and mental health awareness to the forefront—proving once again that music knows no boundaries.
