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Carrie Underwood walked onto that Nashville stage without saying a word. The lights caught her pastel blue gown, soft and glowing. Then she sang Vince Gill’s “Go Rest High on That Mountain.” Not polished. Not careful. Just honest. Her voice rose, then gently fell. Like someone learning how to let go. You could feel the room hold its breath. No phones moving. No noise. Just quiet tears and still hands. By the final chorus, it didn’t feel like a song anymore. It felt like goodbye. Like love that doesn’t fade, even when someone’s gone.

77th Primetime Emmy Awards Embrace Country Roots with Emotional Tribute

Tonight, the 77th Primetime Emmy Awards will broadcast live from the Peacock Theater in downtown Los Angeles, California. Adding a heartfelt country twist to this year’s ceremony, Nashville’s own comedian Nate Bargatze is stepping in as host. The evening will also feature special appearances by country music legends Vince Gill and Lainey Wilson, traveling from Music City to pay tribute to those we’ve lost over the past year.

In what promises to be one of the night’s most moving moments, Wilson will join the 18-time CMA Award-winning Vince Gill for a duet performance of his beloved 1995 ballad, “Go Rest High On That Mountain.” Known for its emotional depth and spiritual tone, the song is sure to strike a chord with viewers around the world. As you prepare for tonight’s tear-jerking tribute, take a moment to revisit one of the most stunning renditions of this powerful track — Carrie Underwood’s unforgettable performance from the 2022 CMT Giants: Vince Gill special.

Carrie Underwood’s Soaring Tribute to Vince Gill

On September 16, 2022, Carrie Underwood took the stage at The Fisher Center for the Performing Arts in Nashville to honor Vince Gill’s remarkable legacy. Her rendition of “Go Rest High On That Mountain” was a standout moment during the CMT Giants: Vince Gill special, a tribute to Gill’s nearly five decades in music. She was joined by fellow country stars including Chris Stapleton and Brad Paisley, all coming together to celebrate one of Nashville’s most cherished artists.

Wearing a shimmering pastel blue gown, Underwood delivered a vocally stunning and emotionally charged performance. As she reached the song’s final chorus — “Go rest high on that mountain / Son, your work on earth is done / Go to heaven a-shoutin’ / Love for the Father and the Son” — her voice softened, drawing the audience into a deeply intimate moment of remembrance and reverence.

This performance not only honored Vince Gill’s iconic song but also captured the spiritual essence that has made “Go Rest High On That Mountain” a timeless classic in country music.

Watch the Full Performance

Relive Carrie Underwood’s breathtaking tribute below, and prepare your heart for another unforgettable moment tonight as Lainey Wilson and Vince Gill bring this song to life once again at the Emmy Awards.

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