In the wake of one of the most devastating natural disasters in Texas history, Carrie Underwood—Grammy-winning country music icon and devoted humanitarian—has just released a deeply emotional new single dedicated to the more than 120 victims who lost their lives in the catastrophic floods that struck Central Texas last week.

The song, titled “River of Grace”, was officially released at midnight on streaming platforms and has already sparked a powerful emotional response from fans, fellow artists, and families affected by the tragedy.

Carrie Underwood, known for chart-topping hits like “Jesus, Take the Wheel” and “Cry Pretty”, said this latest track is “not just a song—it’s a prayer, a tribute, and a promise that those lost will never be forgotten.”

“I didn’t write this from the stage,” she shared in a press release. “I wrote it from my knees.”

“River of Grace” opens with the soft, haunting hum of piano keys—gentle as rainfall—and builds into a sweeping orchestral arrangement that mirrors the emotional journey of grief, remembrance, and healing. Carrie’s vocals, raw and deliberate, reflect not only sorrow but strength.

Some of the most poignant lyrics from the track include:

“They were swept away too soon / Underneath a broken moon / But love like theirs will never drown / It keeps rising in this town.”

“Lord, if You’re listening, carry them home / Down the river of grace, where they’ll never be alone.”

Already, families in Texas are sharing the song at memorial services and on social media, calling it a “soundtrack to their sorrow, and their strength.”

Carrie has pledged that 100% of the proceeds from “River of Grace” will go directly to a relief fund benefiting victims’ families and communities still struggling to rebuild. The fund, called The Texas Grace Project, will provide:

• Funeral assistance for families who lost loved ones
• Long-term housing aid for displaced residents
• Mental health support and trauma counseling for survivors

In addition to this, Carrie announced that a special tribute concert will take place in Austin, TX later this month, where she will perform “River of Grace” live for the first time.

“This isn’t about applause,” Carrie said. “This is about remembrance. This is about coming together.”

The floods, triggered by unprecedented rainfall and river overflows across Central Texas, have caused widespread destruction. More than 120 people have been confirmed dead, with over 160 still missing as rescue efforts continue. Entire neighborhoods in Waco, Temple, and San Marcos were submerged, leaving thousands without homes.

Carrie was one of the first major celebrities to visit the affected regions, where she was seen delivering supplies, comforting families, and volunteering quietly at shelters. Witnesses recall her sitting silently beside grieving parents, offering not just words but presence.

While Carrie Underwood is no stranger to releasing powerful, message-driven music, fans and critics alike are calling “River of Grace” her most vulnerable and important work to date.

Music journalist Laura Jenkins of Rolling Stone Country wrote:

“With ‘River of Grace,’ Carrie proves that music can still be sacred. This isn’t a chart move—it’s a heart move.”

Country icon Dolly Parton posted on X (formerly Twitter):

“God bless Carrie Underwood for using her gift for something so real. ‘River of Grace’ is pure heaven.”

Within the first hour of release, the music video for “River of Grace” had amassed over 3 million views on YouTube. The video, directed by longtime collaborator Randee St. Nicholas, features real footage from the flooded towns of Texas, intercut with symbolic imagery of hope—children lighting candles, families embracing, and rivers slowly calming.

Thousands of fans have left comments like:

• “I lost my aunt in the flood. This song gave me permission to cry.”
• “She just put all our pain into something beautiful.”
• “This is more than music—it’s healing.”

Carrie Underwood has announced that she will pause her touring schedule to continue supporting rebuilding efforts in Texas. She plans to spend the next several weeks working directly with local organizations and visiting affected areas.

In a heartfelt message to fans, she wrote:

“When the waters rise, we rise too. I believe in a God who walks with the broken, and I want to walk beside them too.”

“River of Grace” is available now on all streaming platforms.
To donate to The Texas Grace Project, visit www.texasgraceproject.org.

In a world too often overwhelmed by tragedy, Carrie Underwood has once again used her voice—not to entertain, but to embrace, honor, and heal.