The country music world was abuzz when Carrie Underwood, the iconic "Before He Cheats" singer, was announced as the new judge on American Idol. While Underwood was initially excited about the opportunity, the reality of taking on the role has brought a wave of pressure, even raising concerns from her husband, Mike Fisher.

Underwood's "Idol" Debut: High Hopes and Hidden Concerns

Underwood, known for her powerhouse vocals and honest personality, was selected to fill the big shoes left by Katy Perry, who brought a zany, outrageous energy to the show.

While Underwood embraces honesty, it's been a point of contention for some critics. A critic for The Daily Beast lamented, "While Katy was damn funny, Carrie is not exactly known for her huge personality."

The source close to the couple reveals, "Carrie is excited, but now that it’s official, she’s stressed out and under a lot of pressure. Though she isn’t admitting it, Carrie thinks she may have taken on too much." The source continued, "Haters claim Carrie will have a hard time living up to Katy, who was outrageous and a great mentor. Carrie is desperate to prove she will not only thrive but can also bring in the ratings.

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Family Matters: Fisher's Concerns and a Balancing Act

While Underwood is determined to succeed on American Idol, her husband, Mike Fisher, is reportedly harboring some concerns. The source says, "He is a little concerned she may perform poorly under pressure." Fisher, who has consistently been a devoted husband and father, has already expressed reservations about Underwood's demanding career. The couple, who share two sons, Isaiah and Jacob, are based in Franklin, Tennessee, and Fisher has expressed his worries about the family’s adjustment to Underwood's new schedule, especially with her commitments to Idol and her ongoing Las Vegas residency, "Reflection.

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"Mike didn’t want her to do Idol initially, but she insisted, and the paycheck is substantial," the source explained, referring to the estimated $25M Underwood is expected to earn per season. "Mike is worried Carrie won’t be able to balance her life, commuting between Tennessee and L.A. It’s a huge adjustment, more than her residency in Las Vegas, which they never saw eye to eye on, either."

Will Underwood Shine or Sink?

Underwood is now focusing on settling into her new role, and her experience as a former American Idol contestant is sure to come in handy.

She's also received public support from the show’s host, Ryan Seacrest. "Carrie will either rise to the occasion and shine brightly, like she’s usually done in the past, or she’ll sink under the enormous expectations," the source concludes. "She’s got her fingers crossed, and she’s praying a ton that this works out, but only time will tell."

As Underwood takes the stage on American Idol, the question remains: Will she be able to balance her personal life and the demands of her new role, or will the pressure be too much? Fans and critics alike are eager to see how this new chapter unfolds for Underwood and whether she can deliver the kind of "Idol" magic that her fans expect.