But the singer’s participation in President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration is nevertheless a sign of the changing tides, where mainstream entertainers, from Nelly to The Village People are more publicly and more enthusiastically associating with the new administration.

Country music legend Garth Brooks is facing legal challenges, but he still paid tribute to his longtime friend, the late President Jimmy Carter.

Nashville country music couple Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood performed at former President Jimmy Carter's funeral in Washington, D.C.

The pair paid tribute to former President Carter at his state funeral on Thursday, performing John Lennon's "Imagine."

Garth Brooks and wife Trisha Yearwood performed John Lennon's "Imagine" during President Jimmy Carter's funeral in Washington D.C. on Thursday (Jan. 9). Few criticized the actual performance.

Country powerhouse duo Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood gave former President Jimmy Carter a touching send-off.

Garth Brooks and Trisha Yearwood joined forces to perform a touching tribute to the late Jimmy Carter as he was laid to rest on Thursday, January 9. The country music couple teamed up to sing John Lennon’s “Imagine” at the funeral service.