Son.FROM THE MOMENT OF VICTORY TO CHANGING COUNTRY MUSIC — Carrie Underwood didn’t just win American Idol, she conquered each song to break free from the shadow of television: a bold debut proving she wasn’t a “flash in the pantheon,” a heartbreaking ballad that left listeners with a lingering sense of unease, and a song that redefined women’s empowerment in country music…

Carrie Underwood became a star when she won American Idol in 2005. Before that, she was just a regular girl from a small town. Her voice changed everything. Since her first album came out, she has sold millions of records. Her songs tell stories about real life, love, and getting through hard times. This list looks at the music that made her famous. 

From fast songs to quiet ones, here are the hits that built her big career.

1. Before He Cheats 

This famous song is about a girl getting even with a cheater. She smashes his car to teach him a lesson. It is fun to sing along to when you are mad.

The song sold over seven million copies. It also won a Grammy Award for Best Country Song in 2008.

2. Jesus, Take the Wheel 

This sad song tells a story about a woman driving in the snow. She asks for help when her car spins out of control. It showed Carrie could sing deep feelings.

It was her first number-one country hit. She won a Grammy because her singing was so perfect on this track.

3. Inside Your Heaven 

This was the very first song she released after winning American Idol. It captured how happy she was to win the show. Everyone wanted to hear it right away.

It started at number one on the Billboard music chart. It is the only country song from the 2000s to do that.

4. Blown Away 

This song sounds like a scary movie. It tells a dark story about a storm destroying a house with bad memories. The thunder sounds make it feel very real.

The video and song won two Grammy Awards. People loved how different and spooky it sounded compared to her other hits.

5. Something in the Water 

This song is all about happy changes and faith. It starts quiet and ends with a big choir singing loudly. It makes you feel good inside.

It was the number one Christian song for 26 weeks in a row. Carrie showed she could mix country music with church music.

6. All-American Girl 

This is a sweet story about a dad who wanted a boy but got a girl. Later, she becomes the most important person in his world. It is a happy song.

Carrie helped write the words to this hit. It reached number one on the radio because so many families liked it.

7. Last Name 

This funny song is about a crazy night in Las Vegas. The singer forgets her own name and ends up getting married. It has a fast, rock-and-roll beat.

Her singing on this wild track won her a Grammy. It proved she could be funny and silly in her music.

8. Cowboy Casanova 

This song warns girls about a boy who looks nice but tells lies. It has a strong beat that makes you want to stomp your feet.

It climbed up the music charts very fast in 2009. Fans love hearing this loud song at her concerts.

9. Good Girl 

Handclaps start this fast song about a bad relationship. Carrie tells a girl to leave a bad guy before she gets hurt. It is full of energy.