Carrie Underwood has made her mark on NBC’s “Sunday Night Football” as the opening act for the past 12 seasons. After initially declining the opportunity back in 2006, she finally accepted in 2013 and has since become a familiar face on the primetime football show. Each season, Underwood and NBC reimagine the intro, with this year’s featuring a revamped version of Joan Jett’s “I Hate Myself for Loving You” with the iconic phrase “Waiting All Day For Sunday Night.”
Carrie is a powerhouse in the recording studio, recording master tracks for all team matchups in approximately three hours. The process involves months of collaboration, production, and planning to create the perfect visual intro that captures the essence of “Sunday Night Football.” The intro this season features filming at the Resorts World Theatre in Las Vegas as part of Underwood’s ongoing Reflection residency.
The goal is to make Underwood a seamless part of the “Sunday Night Football” experience, capturing her arrival at each week’s venue from bus to stadium to stage. Her powerhouse vocals set the tone for viewers each week, making her a key element in the pregame excitement.
For NBC Sports creative director Tripp Dixon and his team, seeing the intro hit air after months of hard work is a gratifying experience. With more than 20 million households tuning in to “Sunday Night Football” each week, Underwood’s intro has become a beloved tradition for football fans eagerly awaiting kickoff. Her presence on the show has transformed her into a key part of the “Sunday Night Football” experience, akin to the Hank Williams of the modern era.
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