“I’ll Never Forget the First Time Loretta Lynn Laughed at Me and Playfully Smacked Me on the Backside,” Carrie Underwood shared, her voice trembling with nostalgia, and in that instant, you could feel the weight of a legend’s legacy. On the Nashville stage, Carrie, Miranda Lambert, and Reba McEntire poured their hearts into a medley of Loretta’s greatest hits, their voices rising in unshakable harmony for a woman who shattered ceilings and dared every female artist to follow. Stars spoke of her like a fierce, loving mother—loyal, unapologetic, unstoppable—painting a picture of a life that was as raw as it was inspiring. Tears shimmered across the faces of country’s biggest names as the music swelled, a testament not just to songs, but to a spirit that reshaped the heart of the genre. And just when you think you’ve seen it all, Carrie’s story of their first meeting hints at the mischievous side of Loretta we all wish we could’ve known
CMA Awards 2022: A Heartfelt Tribute to Loretta Lynn The 2022 CMA Awards opened with a moment that moved every…