Thetwo performedon stage to belt out a few of Jett’s classics, including “Bad Reputation,” “I Hate Myself for Loving You,” “Crimson and Clover,” “Fresh Start” and “I Love Rock & Roll.”
“Dreams come true at #CMAFest! This was mine. Just to be in the same room as @joanjett is really cool…to share the stage with her is indescribable!” Underwood, 36, wrote on Instagram alongside photos of her and Jett together.
“She truly is a legend and is probably the coolest person I have ever met. I was so proud to show her how amazing our CMA Fest crowd is! What a night!” Underwood added.
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The formerAmerican Idolwinner’s career took off after winning the show’s competition back in 2005, and has since made the switch from pop to country music.
Jett, 60, and Underwood have previously collaborated once before for Underwood’s opening theme of NBC’s Sunday Night Football, which was a new spin on Jett’s 1988 hit “I Hate Myself for Loving You.”
Joan Jett and Carrie Underwood.Jason Kempin/Getty Images
Jett’s music has seen a resurrection in popularity over the years, with former UFC champion and current WWE star Ronda Rousey using “Bad Reputation” for her walkout music.
Jett also just performed with the re-formed Bikini Kill in Brooklyn last week.
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Jett was not the only surprise guest to perform at CMA Fest.
On Thursday,Kelsea Ballerinibrought out The Chainsmokers,Brothers Osbornewelcomed Brooks and Dunn and Ashley McBryde to the stage, whileFlorida Georgia Linebrought outMorgan Wallenand HARDY.
And on Friday,Thomas RhetthadJon Pardijoin him for their new duet, “Beer Can’t Fix.”
CMA Fest continues through Sunday in Nashville. A concert special of the nightly stadium performances will air Aug. 4 on ABC.
source: people.com
