Tim McGraw and Tyler Hubbard Join Joe Biden’s Inaugural ‘Celebrating America’ TV Special
Tim McGraw and Tyler Hubbard are set to perform during Wednesday evening’s primetime Celebrating America television special, commemorating Joe Biden’s…
Tim McGraw, Tyler Hubbard
Tim McGraw and Tyler Hubbard are set to perform during Wednesday evening’s primetime Celebrating America television special, commemorating Joe Biden’s presidential inauguration.
The artists revealed the news on Tuesday (Jan. 19), just days after the release of their unfying new collaboration, “Undivided.”
“I’m so excited to share that Tim and I were asked to sing ‘Undivided’ at the inauguration,” Hubbard shared on Instagram. “What an honor it will be to get to share such an important message during such a historical moment in time. I pray that this song ignites unity and love for one another like never before. Thank you Lord for giving us this song and the opportunity to be a light.”
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“Undivided” shares a hopeful message of unity with heartfelt lyrics that call for listeners to rally together to make a change.
“I think it’s time to come together/ You and I can make a change/ Maybe we can make a difference/ Make the world a better place/ Look around and love somebody/ We’ve been hateful long enough/ Let the good Lord reunite us/ ‘Til this country that we love’s/ Undivided,” McGraw and Hubbard sing.
During a recent interview with their record label, McGraw revealed that the pair will honor the city of Nashville during their inauguration performance.
“Very excited, and also, the background of what we’re gonna be shooting is gonna be Nashville. So, to showcase our city and all that it’s gone through in the last year is a big deal for us,” he shared.
Hosted by Tom Hanks, Celebrating America will also feature appearances by John Legend, Jon Bon Jovi, Justin Timberlake, Demi Lovato, Bruce Springsteen and more. The special will also feature remarks from President-Elect Biden as well as Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris.
The 90-minute program will air on major broadcast and cable news networks. Check local listings or click HERE for additional details.
Fellow country superstar Garth Brooks will perform at the swearing-in portion of the inauguration alongside Lady Gaga and Jennifer Lopez.
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