Lionel Richie Reveals Feelings About New Judge Carrie Underwood

Lionel Richie

Lionel Richie has revealed his feelings about Carrie Underwood being the new judge on American Idol. Fans are excited for Carrie to be the one to replace Katy Perry. However, are her fellow judges excited? Luke Bryan said she was going to need therapy after filming the show. However, Carrie can handle her own. Keep reading to find out what Lionel Richie thinks.

Carrie Underwood Replaces Katy Perry

Carrie Underwood was announced as the new judge for American Idol. Fans had a lot of speculations as to who it could be. Some thought it could be other artists like Kelly Clarkson or Jelly Roll. However, Carrie is the perfect fit. She was on Season 4 where she won. This kickstarted her career and now she is one of the most successful country artists. Carrie has a big fanbase who cannot wait to watch her on the show. Katy Perry revealed that she was going to be leaving to focus more on her music. Fans are hoping this means she is going to be going on tour soon.

Carrie Underwood | YouTube
Carrie Underwood | YouTube

Lionel Richie Reveals His Feelings

Lionel Richie has revealed his feelings about Carrie Underwood being the new judge. 

“It makes a lot of sense, it’s not someone we have to get used to. And the fact that she has a great story, she came from American Idol. What a great judge now we don’t have to explain anymore, ‘We know how you feel.’ As artists, we know how you feel, but we’ve never been in that oval that says, ‘American Idol.’ She’s been there, done that. Just be a ham sandwich like the two of us, welcome to the ham sandwich squad.”

He seems happy to be working with Carrie. She also knows how it is to be a contestant. She knows what it takes to win, and this will help contestants out a lot. Carrie is the perfect fit for the job at hand.

Lionel Richie - YouTube/American Idol
YouTube/American Idol

It seems as though Lionel is happy to be judging with Carrie. He thinks she is a great fit for the team. However, she may get a headache or two after having to deal with him and Luke. Regardless, Carrie is bringing back some viewers and they cannot wait to see her. She has won the show and now she is going to be judging it. What do you think about her being the new judge? Sound off in the comments below.

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