Top 20 Worst National Anthem Performances Ever
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October 28, 2024
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The Star-Spangled Banner is the nation’s most sacred song since 1931. Known as the National Anthem, the Star-Spangled Banner was originally composed in 1773 by John Stafford. 40 years later, American lawyer Francis Scott Key wrote a poem titledLove Entertainment? Get more! Join the Classix Philly 107.9 Newsletter
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Who has the worst Star-Spangled Banner performance?
Ingrid Andress‘ National Anthem performance could be the worst rendition of all-time. Setting the stage for the 2024 MLB Home Run derby, The 4-time Grammy losing singer songwriter, recovering homeschooler — per her social media bio — gave us one of the most difficult live listening experiences ever. RELATED: Ingrid Andress’ National Anthem performance could be the worst rendition of all-time Andress, in what seemed to be strategic, had a very unorthodox style of singing. Some of lyrics were unusually elongated, and on the most notable sections of the song, she sounded short of breath — as she did not hold any of the notes throughout the performance.
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1. Loomis – Third Party Presidential Debate (2024)
2. Ingrid Andress – MLB Home Run Derby (2024)
3. Fergie – NBA All-Star Game (2018)
4. Roseanne Barr – San Diego Padres game (1990)
5. Caroline Marcil – USA vs. Canada (2004)
6. Alexis Normand – Memorial Cup (2013)
7. Cuba Gooding Sr. – (2008?)
8. Jesse McCartney – NASCAR Sprint Cup Race (2009)
9. Michael Bolton – Yankees baseball game (2003)
10. Victoria Zarlenga – USA vs. Scotland (2012)
11. Eli Young Band – Kansas City Chiefs game (2010)
12. Aretha Franklin, Aaron Neville & Dr. John – Super Bowl XL (2006)
13. Kat DeLuna – Dallas Cowboys game (2008)
14. Natalie Gilbert – Portland Trailblazers game (2003)
15. Steven Tyler – AFC Championship Game (2012)
16. Scott Stapp – Miami Speedway (2005)
17. Carl Lewis – Chicago Bulls game (1993)
18. Christina Aguilera – Super Bowl XLV (2011)
19. Steven Tyler – Indianapolis 500 (2001)
20. Ezra Harris – A Police Event (?)
21. Harper Gruzins – Soccer event (2012)
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