Here's What Thomas Rhett's Be A Light Really Means

"Be a Light" brings together some of country music's biggest superstars, and proceeds from the single's release go to the MusicCares COVID-19 Relief Fund, which assists workers in the music industry affected by the coronavirus (COVID-19) and the cancellation of music events. Thomas Rhett told Hawaii's KGU he was inspired to write the song based on the negativity he saw on social media. "I think at this point in time, I was like, man instead of like addressing the meanness and the negativity, why don't we just address for people just to be kind," he said.

The song's lyrics are emotional and uplifting, encouraging listeners: "In a world full of hate / be a light / When you do somebody wrong / make it right." According to Billboard, the song first hit the top 10 on Billboard's Hot Country Songs chart on Sept. 12, 2020, helping guest singer Reba McEntire make history in the process. The song marked her 60th Hot Country Songs top 10, the most among female singers.

With each of the song's singers announced to perform during the ACM Awards on Sunday, April 18 (per Outsider), it's likely viewers can expect a group performance of "Be a Light" during the ceremony.