All the performers announced for Donald Trump’s inauguration, plus a ‘special guest’

Donald Trump is set to be sworn in for his second term as president of the United States on Monday, Jan. 20.

The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee called the lineup of inaugural events a “historic return to the White House and the American people’s decisive vote to Make America Great Again” in a statement released Jan. 13.

“These special events will honor the rich history and tradition of our great nation, the American people, and the promise our country holds for future generations,” Steve Witkoff and Kelly Loeffler, co-chairs of the committee, said in the statement.

Multiple performers will take the stage during the 60th presidential inauguration and the events surrounding Trump’s swearing-in ceremony.

Who is performing at Trump’s swearing-in ceremony?

Carrie Underwood

Country singer Carrie Underwood confirmed to TODAY.com that she will perform at the president-elect’s inauguration ceremony.

“I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the Inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event,” Underwood said. “I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”

The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee revealed in a release Jan. 15 that Underwood will be performing “America the Beautiful.”

Lee Greenwood

Lee Greenwood, known for his song “God Bless the U.S.A.,” is set to take the stage at the swearing-in.

“I am humbled and honored to be asked to perform for our 47th President Donald J. Trump during his inaugural events,” Greenwood said in a statement shared with TODAY.com.

“The President has been a friend of Kim and I’s for many years and this is one of the most historical moments in our lifetime. I look forward to celebrating this special day with proud Americans everywhere,” he continued, referring to his wife, Kimberly Payne.

Christopher Macchio

Classical singer Christopher Macchio is scheduled to sing the national anthem at the inauguration, the singer announced Jan. 13.

“It is with deep humility and gratitude that I have accepted @realDonaldTrump President Donald J. Trump’s gracious invitation to perform our National Anthem at the Inauguration of our 47th President,” he shared on X on Jan. 13.

He continued, “In opening and closing this magnificent ceremony with Music that celebrates our nation, I hope to contribute to restoring the spirit of unity, strength, and love of country, that will help Make America Great Again.”

Who is performing at the inauguration balls?

On Jason’s side

Country singer Jason Aldean is slated to perform at the Liberty Ball, one of three balls held for the incoming president the night of the inauguration. Trump is expected to speak at all three.

Aldean and Trump have had a public friendship since at least 2022, when the “Dirt Road Anthem” singer attended a New Year’s Eve party at Trump’s Florida home, per a photo he shared on Instagram.

He also introduced Trump at a rally in Georgia, Aldean’s home state, in October 2024.

The Village People

The Village People will perform at the inauguration, lead singer Victor Willis announced on Facebook Jan. 13.

“We are announcing today that VILLAGE PEOPLE have accepted an invitation from President Elect Trump’s campaign to participate in inaugural activities, including at least one event with President Elect Trump,” Willis wrote, sharing a photo of the group. “We know this wont (sic) make some of you happy to hear however we believe that music is to be performed without regard to politics.”

He continued, “Our song ‘Y.M.C.A.’ is a global anthem that hopefully helps bring the country together after a tumultuous and divided campaign where our preferred candidate lost. Therefore, we believe it’s now time to bring the country together with music which is why VILLAGE PEOPLE will be performing at various events as part of the 2025 Inauguration of Donald J. Trump.”

Trump often used “Y.M.C.A.” at events for his presidential campaigns. In December 2024, Willis shared on social media that he had received over 1,000 complaints about Trump’s usage of the song.

Willis said he previously asked Trump to stop using the song because it had become such a “nuisance” to him. He noted, however, that the campaign obtained a political use license to play the song.

Rascal Flatts

Rascal Flatts will hit the stage at Commander in Chief Ball, the first inaugural ball of the evening, the inauguration committee announced.

The musical group, who sings hits like “Life is a Highway” and “Bless the Broken Road,” is comprised of lead vocalist Gary LeVox, guitarist Joe Don Rooney and pianist Jay DeMarcus.

“I am so humbled and honored and grateful for the opportunity again to play the inauguration of the 46th President of the United States,” LeVox wrote on Instagram.

LeVox performed at the 2017 Veterans Inaugural Ball during Trump’s first inauguration.

Gavin DeGraw

Gavin DeGraw is joining the list of performers ringing in Trump’s inauguration as he prepares to perform at the Starlight Ball.

At this time, the “Not Over You” singer is slated as the only performer at the ball, which is the last of the evening.

Parker McCollum

Country singer Parker McCollum will join Rascal Flatts at the Commander in Chief Ball inauguration night.

The “Like a Cowboy” singer hasn’t been shy about sharing his political views online. In January 2022, McCollum shared a post on X containing pictures of a Trump rally in Texas.

“Donald Trump in Conroe, TX bra… never thought I’d see the day,” he wrote at the time.

Special musical guest

Nelly

The Trump Vance Inaugural Committee confirmed Jan. 18 that rapper Nelly is the “special guest performer” at the Liberty Ball Monday.

While appearing on the “Willie D Live” podcast Jan. 18, Nelly told host Willie D that he’s performing for “the office” of the President of the United States, adding that he views “candidate Trump” and “President Trump” as two separate people.

“I’m not a politician man, you didn’t see me out there on the campaign. You didn’t see me out there saying you should vote for this candidate. You didn’t see me out there saying you should vote for this candidate,” Nelly told Willie D, in part. “But I’m honored to be out there performing for the office, for the President of the United States.”

Who is performing at the MAGA rally?

The Village People

The inauguration committee confirmed Wednesday that, in addition to the inauguration ceremony, The Village People will also be performing at the Make America Great Again rally Jan. 19.

In the group’s Facebook post on Monday, The Village People wrote that they accepted an invitation to “participate in inaugural activities.”

Billy Ray Cyrus

Billy Ray Cyrus has joined the lineup and is scheduled to perform during the Jan. 19 MAGA rally.

Cyrus has previously been open about his support of Trump, sharing a photo on Facebook in August 2024 flashing a thumps up beside the former president.

“I stand here with former U.S. President Donald J. Trump as a proud AMERICAN,” he wrote in part.

Kid Rock

The MAGA rally will also feature Kid Rock, who has also been transparent about his support for Trump on social media.

In November, Kid Rock shared a compilation video featuring Trump and incoming Vice President JD Vance on Instagram, writing, “Vote Trump.”

Lee Greenwood

Greenwood is also slated to take the stage at the MAGA rally Jan. 19, in addition to his performance during the swearing-in ceremony Jan. 20.

Liberty University’s Praise Choir

The Praise Choir at Liberty University, a Christian college located in central Virginia, is scheduled to perform at the MAGA rally.

In 2017, the gospel choir attended 58th Presidential Inauguration, when Trump was last sworn into office.

At the time, the university’s choral group sang during a prayer service for Trump and former Vice President Mike Pence at the National Cathedral.

This article was originally published on TODAY.com