Carole King Joins MusiCares For Global Day Of Service, Highlights Volunteer Work In Idaho
Legendary singer-songwriter emphasizes importance of community service during music industry event
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Legendary singer-songwriter Carole King has joined forces with MusiCares for their global day of service initiative. The Grammy-winning artist took to Instagram to share her participation in #TheDayThatMusicCares while highlighting her ongoing volunteer work in Idaho.
In her Instagram post, King wrote: “Today I join @MusiCares on #TheDayThatMusicCares, the music community’s global day of service. I volunteer regularly at the @thehungercoalition in Idaho, and it’s my pleasure to be of service. Community is so important right now. Together, we can make an impact.”
The accompanying image shows King dressed casually in what appears to be a volunteer setting, embodying her message about community service and making a difference.
King’s Commitment To Community Service
The “You’ve Got a Friend” songwriter has been a longtime resident of Idaho, where she regularly volunteers with The Hunger Coalition, an organization dedicated to fighting food insecurity in the Wood River Valley. Her participation in MusiCares’ global day of service highlights how the music community can contribute to meaningful causes beyond the entertainment industry.
MusiCares, the charitable arm of the Recording Academy, organizes #TheDayThatMusicCares as a way to mobilize musicians, industry professionals, and fans to give back to their communities through various service projects. The organization provides critical assistance for music people in times of need, covering financial, medical, and personal emergencies.
A Lifetime Of Artistic And Humanitarian Contributions
King’s commitment to community service aligns with her decades-long career as one of music’s most influential figures. Born on February 9, 1942, in Manhattan, Carole King began her career as a songwriter in the 1960s, penning hits for numerous artists before releasing her landmark 1971 album “Tapestry,” which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide and is considered one of the best-selling albums of all time.
Beyond her musical achievements, King has been an outspoken environmental activist, particularly focused on wilderness protection. In a recent Instagram post about the Alliance for the Wild Rockies, she shared information about conservation efforts, demonstrating her commitment to environmental causes in her adopted home state.
On Earth Day 2025, King posted a nature photograph with the caption, “Happy Earth Day! #earthday2025,” further emphasizing her connection to environmental issues. The image, taken by photographer Elissa Kline, showcased King’s appreciation for the natural world.
Personal Reflections On Creativity And Inspiration
King often shares her thoughts on the creative process with her followers. In a recent post featuring a vintage photograph, she reflected deeply on the nature of inspiration: “There’s something that happens from time to time, I guess you’d call it inspiration. It’s a connection with the source of all ideas. Some people call it God. Whatever you call it, it’s the source. And when that happens, you’re sitting at the piano or your keyboard or your computer or your canvas or your camera or whatever, and things just click. They’re coming through you. They’re not necessarily coming from you.”
This philosophical approach to creativity has been a hallmark of King’s career, which has spanned over six decades and earned her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame as both a performer and songwriter.
In another post, she shared a simple but profound personal motto: “I’m like a plant, I reach for the sun,” accompanied by a photograph taken by Guy Webster. This sentiment seems to capture King’s perpetual growth mindset and positive outlook throughout her life and career.
Connecting With Fellow Music Legends
King recently celebrated Barbra Streisand’s birthday with a heartfelt post saying “Happy birthday @barbrastreisand 💙,” showcasing the deep connections she maintains with fellow music legends. Both artists have had storied careers spanning multiple decades and have used their platforms to advocate for causes they believe in.
The music icon also continues to promote her legacy through merchandise, recently advertising a “Natural Woman” t-shirt in her online store with the caption: “For the Natural Woman in your life. Available exclusively in the Official Carole King Online Store.”
As King participates in MusiCares’ global day of service, she continues to demonstrate that her influence extends far beyond her musical contributions. Through her volunteer work with The Hunger Coalition and her support of various causes, she exemplifies how artists can use their platform and personal time to make meaningful differences in their communities.
“Community is so important right now. Together, we can make an impact,” King concluded in her post, a sentiment that resonates as strongly as the timeless music she has created throughout her remarkable career.
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