CARRIE UNDERWOOD AND PAPA ROACH TEAM UP FOR POWERFUL 'LEAVE A LIGHT ON' DUET IN SUPPORT OF SUICIDE PREVENTION

The artists pledged a perpetual royalty from the song’s use, in any manner, to support those affected by suicide

Carrie Underwood and Papa Roach are looking to do some good with their new duet.

The singer, 41, teamed up with the band to record a new rendition of the latter's 2022 song "Leave a Light On (Talk Away the Dark)," which was released on Friday, Aug. 2, with Underwood sharing in a press release that she was "honored" to work with the legendary rock group.

“I’m such a huge fan of Jacoby and Papa Roach and was honored to be invited to record ‘Leave A Light On’ with them,” Underwood said. “It’s a beautiful song and the message behind it and the band’s mission to shine a light on suicide prevention and mental health awareness has never been more important.”

Papa Roach's frontman, Jacoby Shaddix, had equally as kind words to share about Underwood, noting in the release, that the group was "humbled that Carrie was open to our mission, and hearing the power of Carrie’s voice in that recording session we were blown away. Not only is her vocal ability unequaled, but the impact of her voice brings a new meaning to our cause and will help people all over the globe."

"It’s an honor to have a 'Rock Star' bring life to this track with us," he added.

The uplifting offering from the group sees their stylistic tendencies blend effortlessly with Underwood's legendary vocals as she harmonized with Shaddix across the track's roughly 3-minute runtime.

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Through lyrics such as "When I see you fading in the dark / I'll leave a light on for you / Through the long nights, I will be right / There for you if you drift too far / I'll leave a light on for you, you, you," Underwood and Shaddix make listeners know they are not alone, no matter what they're facing in life.

To further that ethos, the artists have made a significant pledge in tandem with the collaboration's official release. Continuing "the mission of the California band to raise awareness for suicide prevention and mental health awareness," Papa Roach and Underwood teamed up with partner organizations the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP), who will receive royalties generated from both artists from the song in perpetuity. The stars also teamed up with the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline in the United States and Canada to raise public awareness of their work through the track.

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention CEO Bob Gebbia noted that the organization is "incredibly grateful to Papa Roach and Carrie Underwood for their commitment to providing those struggling with their mental health information and resources that can help."

If you or someone you know is considering suicide, please contact the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988, text "STRENGTH" to the Crisis Text Line at 741741 or go to 988lifeline.org.

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