The outlet reported that Underwood was a “big advocate” for the theme and “pushed” for it. According to the U.S. Sun’s source, Richie and Bryan were also “on board,” but Underwood was “the most vocal” supporter of the episode.

Carrie Underwood shared a look at what happened during a commercial break on American Idol on Sunday evening (April 20). Underwood led an a cappella sing-along of “Before He Cheats” with the Idol audience.