Carrie Underwood didn’t just show off her musical talents to the world at the presidential inauguration Donald Trump Monday, but she also showed off her professional prowess.

Underwood was selected to perform “America the Beautiful” at the inauguration ceremony inside the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, where she was escorted inside and waited for the music cue to begin in front of Trump, his family, prominent politicians and other celebrities Sing.

But there are no hints.

Donald Trump sworn in as 47th President of the United States

Carrie Underwood sang “America the Beautiful” without any accompaniment. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

Underwood hurry up. Deciding that the accompanying instrumental track wasn’t working, let her improvise. “Help me if you know the words,” she said before singing a cappella.

this”american idolThe winner and current judge received an outpouring of praise on social media, with some praising the way she handled the situation. “That pretty much sums up the spirit of America.” When you have a problem, you don’t stop. You move on – proudly. Thanks @carrieunderwood. here you go! “A person wrote to X.

Carrie Underwood asked people in the room to help her sing along before her a cappella performance. (Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images)

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”This is too bad,” another person wrote.

Donald Trump watches Carrie Underwood sing “America the Beautiful.” (Saul Loeb/Pool, Reuters)

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Last week, Underwood, who has retired from politics, confirmed she would perform at Trump’s inauguration. “I love our country and am honored to be asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” the country superstar said in a statement.

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