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Trisha Yearwood is known for her talent as a country singer, chef, actress, author, and television personality. Her influence has become an important role in modern country music. Most recently she joined Garth Brooks in performing at the funeral for former President Jimmy Carter which brought out many emotions for viewers.
Trisha and Garth honored their late friend , Jimmy Carter by singing "Imagine" by John Lennon. The song held meaning for both the late president and his love for it. This unique delivery offered a peaceful way to say good bye while adding a personal touch during his home going.
“Imagine,” was a special request that Carter had asked that it be sung at his service. He often made the note on the meaning of peace and also believed in its ability to cross barriers in communication. Many people that knew the former president were not surprised to hear he had such a unique request for this song.
Trisha's involvement with both Jimmy Carter and his wife Rosalynn dates back to their time with Habitat for Humanity. The Carters made the group’s cause close to their heart and had enlisted Trisha and Garth for several events.
Trisha became very close to Rosalynn calling her "a quiet warrior." While she and her husband got a chance to work closely along side the former president and his wife for many years doing humanitarian work. She always notes how much she admired her strength and dedication to service .
Yearwood’s history with Habitat for Humanity started in New Orleans when she and Garth became volunteers to help rebuild after the destruction from hurricane Katrina. The importance of helping with her local community became paramount for future efforts. The connections she made with others during this time has had an important role in where her energy is placed.
She had the pleasure to work side by side with Jimmy and Rosalynn through this organization . Which then led to their friendship with the organization also being something the couple were active participants in as well. All have been praised for the great work ethic that came through in their approach to giving to others.
Jimmy Carter appreciated the message in the song “Imagine” for its challenge to nationalism and war and its calls to promote a better world for all. He noted the many times he had heard it in his travels and saw it more as an unofficial national anthem. This song was a great summary of how Jimmy Carter saw himself and his place in the world.
Carter mentioned having traveled to over 125 countries, there he heard this song played as often as many different countries' national anthems which became one of his favorite songs of all time. This global approach with the view to seek peace and promote inclusivity with people regardless of difference was the ultimate lesson for a true humanitarian.
While a personal favorite to President Carter and his family “Imagine” caused some debate on the specific choice due to it’s controversial message that is not in alignment with specific religions or nationalism. However as a global peace anthem it was not viewed negatively by those who understood the purpose that it had to deliver the message.
Lennon and his wife Ono visited Carter during his term in 1977 at his inauguration. Carter has a past with these individuals so his choice had both an individual and also global perspective. Carter has said that he respected John Lennon for his musical gifts but also how he used his voice for activism which was greatly needed throughout history.
President Carter was also known to have many friends in the world of music including Willie Nelson and Jimmy Buffett as well as other figures in the entertainment industry. The support was something that gave much joy to the former president. These moments allowed many to come to support the unique approach he had on life.
Garth and Trisha noted how both Rosalynn and Jimmy were unique figures in their life. Not only did they give support and show example on what serving to help others should look like they also did so while still displaying how couples support each other with both work ethics and through emotional love as well.