Billy Ray Cyrus reflected on his viral performance at Trump's inaugural ball, where sound issues disrupted his set. Despite the challenges, he saw it as an honor and engaged the audience with humor.
Billy Ray Cyrus recently opened up about his viral performance at President Donald Trump’s inaugural ball, where he faced unexpected technical difficulties. On January 20, during his performance, Cyrus experienced sound issues that left him puzzled on stage. Despite the glaring challenges, the country star expressed no regrets about participating in the historic event.
In an interview with People Magazine, Cyrus emphasized that the opportunity to perform was an honor, regardless of the technical hiccups. “I wouldn’t have missed the honor of playing this event whether my microphone, guitar, and monitors worked or not,” he explained. His resilience and dedication to entertaining the audience were apparent, reminding everyone that it’s about the experience, not just the flawless execution.
With decades of experience in the industry, Cyrus has learned the importance of captivating an audience, even when equipment fails. “I was there for the people, and we had a blast. That’s called rock n roll!” he added. The viral clips from his performance show him attempting to strum his guitar and sing his Grammy-winning collaboration, “Old Town Road,” despite the frustrating challenges.
As the crowd cheered him on, Cyrus humorously called out for assistance, stating, “Check? Is anybody awake? I don’t hear it, do y’all hear this?” His interaction with the audience showcased his ability to engage fans, no matter the setbacks. Ultimately, Cyrus turned a potential embarrassment into a memorable experience that resonated with fans around the world.