Christina botches the National Anthem

[hempbake1]

Anybody else catch this? It is horrendous that these "superstars" don't know the words to the National Anthem at the biggest televised sporting event of the year. DISGUSTED

[tly]

Not only that, she cannot sing period. Why do all these folks look like they are in agony when the sing?

[@Lunker]

I agree with the above, and the group I was with for the game tonight all agreed that the SSB is all about PATRIOTISM, not show business. So shut up with the act and just SING IT.

[yarcraft91]

There's a cure for the problem. Stop hiring big name entertainers to "sing" the anthem. There are plenty of unknowns with great voices who would gladly sing the anthem and sing it the way it's supposed to be sung.

Alternative- write the contract so that if the big name entertainer botches the job, he/she will be in a dunking booth during half-time and after the game. All active and retired military will get 3 free baseballs.

[Fruits]

Anybody else catch this? It is horrendous that these "superstars" don't know the words to the National Anthem at the biggest televised sporting event of the year. DISGUSTED

Not only that they started cheering like right after she did it.

[v-bay gord]

There's a cure for the problem. Stop hiring big name entertainers to "sing" the anthem. There are plenty of unknowns with great voices who would gladly sing the anthem and sing it the way it's supposed to be sung.

Alternative- write the contract so that if the big name entertainer botches the job, he/she will be in a dunking booth during half-time and after the game. All active and retired military will get 3 free baseballs.

I agree. Have someone in the military for example sing the anthem. These "suppossed" stars seem to want to "interpret" whatever they are singing. I think it sucks. It was written the way it was written for a reason. It's not my anthem, but it is a great one, and she mangled it. Oh well, the game was great!

[keiths2130]

If they would have had a Country Singer sing it.......that wouldn't have happened!!!

[Mr.Seaguar]

When she came out to sing, I honestly thought Snookie had gotten a bleach job.

[tv4fish]

All of these "Stars" think they have to have their own rendition, so they "concentrate" (NOT) on that to be different. I agree, have some high schooler sing it the "correct" way - like it should be.

[Sunshine]

Unfortunately I think this is a reflection of our society. How may of our youth really know the words.

[fishing frenzy]

Unfortunately I think this is a reflection of our society. How may of our youth really no the words.

Really? Please re-read your statement and then go on to tell me the faults of our youth. Sometimes I wish people would read Walden by Thoreau and be content. Sure, she messed it up, but I would still rather listen to her botch the anthem than listen to the Black Eyed Peas do the halftime show.

[AllenW]

Actually she's a very good singer, but it was unfortunate she didn't take the time to memorize the words.

Rarely do singers sound good in stadiums and such.

Half time was disgusting though, They could have let Slash play for the entire show and it would have been better.

Al

[rebs]

I agree the half time show stunk the place up

[Modog]

Unfortunately I think this is a reflection of our society. How may of our youth really no the words.

My grand daughter is four years old and always sings along with the national anthem and she does know every word. She said "Grandpa, that's not right. She missed a page" C'mon Man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[karpbuster]

My grand daughter is four years old and always sings along with the national anthem and she does know every word. She said "Grandpa, that's not right. She missed a page" C'mon Man!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

My wife had tickets for Sherlock Holmes a play at the Little Theatre, it was over @ 4pm, so I get home about the time of the pick 6, score 14 to zip. I had it recorded on the DVR, I fast forwarded past the National Anthem, I will was confused there were two ladies singing. Who was the lady with the weird white hair? A misguided Gnome?

[Hollis]

How its SUPPOSED to sound ? I'm not sure how it is supposed to sound. Sure, there are written notes but the old composers (at least the classical music giants such as Bach, Beethoven ,Mozart etc) felt once they sold it, it was yours, ..yours to interpret any way you would like. They encouraged the people who purchased it to have fun with it, Not changing the basic notes but to play it at different tempos, accenting different parts etc. I guess that what some people do with the anthem.

OK it wasn't my cup of tea either but If it was indeed sung from the heart (I can't judge that and neither can you) Then fine, I can wait from a rendition I like better, you can be sure it will be sung in a "more traditional "way by someone else pretty soon. . and as far as missing the words, how often has that happened with both professional singers and amateurs at your local games?


Not that about a billion people hanging on every note would make you a bit nervous too, no matter how experienced/professional you were.( Johnny Carson said he was often ready to throw up each night before walking out on the Tonight show, yet everyone thought he was so cool about being on stage all those years.) And the fact the tune came from an 18th century song called the Anacreontic song which someone tried to fit Frances Scot Keys poem to it, many good/great singers have said its really a beast to try to sing.

[karpbuster]

Just do your best, that is all anyone can expect.

"Gus McCrae: Lorie darlin', life in San Francisco, you see, is still just life. If you want any one thing too badly, it's likely to turn out to be a disappointment. The only healthy way to live life is to learn to like all the little everyday things, like a sip of good whiskey in the evening, a soft bed, a glass of buttermilk, or a feisty gentleman like myself." Lonesome Dove

[buck snort]

If they would have had a Country Singer sing it.......that wouldn't have happened!!!


Well, it might have happened but nobody would have been listening to it then.

[Dave in Walker]

check this 5 year olds rendition www.youtube.com/watch?v=yX3o2mpKF7M

[hempbake1]

It may be a beast to sing but the words should be done correctly EVERYTIME. I sing along at every sports event and am proud to sing it everytime. That is part of the problems that this country has, not enough people with pride in their own country to get offended when the National Anthem gets butchered on the biggest televised event of the year. NO EXCUSES should ever be accepted when someone blows the national anthem. It represents our country and our freedom that thousands died for and continue to fight for.

[Ashman]

Something that bothers me when the National Anthem is played is how many people (male) do not remove their caps and place it over their heart.

I (and others) may not be able to carry a note in a bushel basket.....but I can surely show enough respect to take off my hat, place it over my heart and take pride in what so many have died for to give me freedom.

[Sunshine]

It may be a beast to sing but the words should be done correctly EVERYTIME. I sing along at every sports event and am proud to sing it everytime. That is part of the problems that this country has, not enough people with pride in their own country to get offended when the National Anthem gets butchered on the biggest televised event of the year. NO EXCUSES should ever be accepted when someone blows the national anthem. It represents our country and our freedom that thousands died for and continue to fight for.


Amen

[rpieske]

My big fault is that the National Anthem is to be sung by all in attendance. It is a moment of shared national pride. Sing it straight.....sing it loud....and STAND UP!!!

I don't know how many of you have ever had the experience of singing in a stadium or large open venue, but "it ain't easy!" Reverberation of the sound bouncing around, the lag time between what you are singing and what you hear is confusing to say the least. Add to that having a microphone in your ear that not only has the music playing but also any directions from technicians and stage managers and it's a formula for error.

However, none of that has to do with singing the Anthem straight and with pride. It is not an occasion to celebrate a singer's talent...it's an opportunity to unite in voice and song in celebration of and dedication to the greatest country on this Earth.

[Pete_H]

I'm no Christina Aguilera fan, but you guys are ridiculous. You think she lacks patriotism because she messed up the words? In front of millions and millions of people? She was no doubt nervous. If she refused to sing the anthem, or screwed it up on purpose you might have an argument. She did sing the anthem and I'd bet my paycheck that she didn't try to screw it up. She is human. Give me a break.

Maybe the posts on this subject display exactly what is wrong with this country. Think about it.

[hempbake1]

Hey guest, if you had pride in your country you would be disturbed that she blew it. She had what, 2 months to practice. Why don't you join Petey so everyone knows who you are instead of lurking in the background. We need EVERY American to have pride in their country and show it to get this great nation back on it's feet. What ever happened to "Proud to be an American".

[Fish_on]

What angers me is that they are trying to make some vocal acrobatics about it and show off their talents. This is not about the singer it is about the USA! People like that should stop trying to get the attention on themselves instead of what the song is about. In this case it backfired and I am not losing any sleep over it.

[hempbake1]

Also a pop icon like her who is loved by millions has a responsibility when she has the privilege to sing our National Anthem to get it right. What kind of an example does she send out when she screws it up and others say it is OK? Too many young americans who live in the electronic age don't have a clue what American pride and love of their country is all about and this doesn't help. I am done ranting, I love my country and my freedom and will defend her till my last breath

[Modog]

She sang it here too.
http://marquee.blogs.cnn.com/2011/02/07/christina-aguilera-does-know-the-words-to-the-national-anthem/

[Crankstr]

Guess we have a lot of perfect people on this forum. I would bet most of you didn't know it until you woke up this morning and read about it. It was really no more than a simple mistake. It just so happened it was in front of millions. Its real easy to sit back and throw stones and thats whats wrong with society.

[hempbake1]

Again, guest crankstr or whatever, recognized the screwup as soon as it happened, didn't read it, didn't need to. You probably didn't recognize it, but millions did. Again join so we know who you are or go lurk lurk lurk on another forum. Yes honest mistakes are excusable, but don't screw up the National Anthem. Your Passive "Oh Well" attitude is whats wrong with society

[Juls]

Again, guest crankstr or whatever, recognized the screwup as soon as it happened, didn't read it, didn't need to. You probably didn't recognize it, but millions did. Again join so we know who you are or go lurk lurk lurk on another forum. Yes honest mistakes are excusable, but don't screw up the National Anthem. Your Passive "Oh Well" attitude is whats wrong with society

WC does not require that people register to post here. Guests are allowed to post their opinions the same way you are. If they don't want to log in they don't have to.

Please do not start bashing people for it.

Thanks,
Juls

[hempbake1]

My bad I do apologize Juls, I guess I got a little carried away. I feel it is too easy to troll as a guest and bash others on the forum who are members. I don't hide behind anything

[Hollis]

Hempbake1

The fact that he or anyone else elects not to resister is his prerogative and privilege. I had the option of registering under the Charter member category years ago but didn't. I probably have well over a thousand posts under Hollis ULED as I often don't bother to sign in. I do this purposely. This has been gone over many times with great explanations why its not required here by Scott.

The Guests have their right to an opinion as you do also. This is the best board in the world IMO. The thing is, IT WORKS. Others not so good. Guests are welcome here. (Maybe thats why they are called Guests..)

[Hollis]

Opps,.Jules beat me to this by ....

[hempbake1]

I guess I let my emotions get a little too fired up and cloud my judgement as to the rules. Everyone has the right to their own opinion, I agree 100%. My opinion is that I love this country and it is disturbing that so many citizens will stand back and tolerate the degradation of this great nation in so many ways and then criticize the ones that stand up for her. Stand up and be proud, there isn't one thing wrong with that.

[Zee]

Is it just me or what? As a vet with 3 tours in Nam I just feel that our National Anthum should be sung with respect and hopefully with the correct words. It's a beautiful song I just fell it should be preformed as it was ment to be. Call me an old *** but I do tear up when preformed properly, yesterday was one of those times.

[Robert M]

Seen it coming.If you going to hire someone to sing the National Anthem first make sure they are smart enough to do it. And just sing it and dont throw in all the pitchy crap.

[fishnutbob]

Is it just me or what? As a vet with 3 tours in Nam I just feel that our National Anthum should be sung with respect and hopefully with the correct words. It's a beautiful song I just fell it should be preformed as it was ment to be. Call me an old *** but I do tear up when preformed properly, yesterday was one of those times.

Zee, I agree and also thanks for serving Im also Viet- Nam vet 67 to 68 welcome home my friend.

[iMac Guy]

I guess I would of liked to hear the WHO again.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=iGEDGUI1w68
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[Little buddy]

What angers me is that they are trying to make some vocal acrobatics about it and show off their talents. This is not about the singer it is about the USA! People like that should stop trying to get the attention on themselves instead of what the song is about. In this case it backfired and I am not losing any sleep over it.
That's exactly what I was thinking, self absorbed,look at me syndrome. I can understand a teenager acting like this but when you start to understand mortality and what really matters the rest of the shallow crap should fade. And everyone is right on with the showcasing your talents( Save it for American Idol), sing the song right so we can sing along. PS. my little six year old girl can recite the pledge of allegiance, sing the national anthem and says her prayers at night. Proud to be American and raising my family the same.

[nervous knotter]

Hempbake 1 , you really are a good patriot, I admire that. Do you love your country more than your God, your wife, your kids? There's no right answer to that one. Have you ever made a mistake when it comes to any of those? Of course you have.
The lady deserves some slack. I didn't like all the vocal gymnastics either. Most people do that if they can't hold a pure note a long time. But to go Ricky Riccardo (7 posts) and hang her with unfounded judgments is exactly what is wrong lately in our great country. People can't wait for someone else to make a mistake because it makes them feel better about themselves. You seem like a mean person the way you treat our guests or is that an unfounded judgment?

[hempbake1]

Nervous, thanks for the post, you're right there is no true right answer to that question. Have I made mistakes, absolutely, and i did apologize for stretching the rules. I never judged her, She blew the National Anthem, so for that I will not make excuses for her as others have. The people in this country for a long time have been looking to blame others for their mistakes and troubles. These are also the same that will stick there hand out first or want someone else to fix their problems, most that were created by themselves. It is time for citizens of this country to stand on their own, and face the consequences of their own actions. This is what I feel is the problem in this country. It does not make me feel better to point out her mistake, imagine how many other millions of people around the world who saw her blow it. These people are probably sitting back and joking about how our own people can't even get the National Anthem right,Sad. It also seems that the guests that came on this post didn't have anything to say but to jab about how perfect some of us must feel by pointing out her flub.

[Crankstr]

Nervous, thanks for the post, you're right there is no true right answer to that question. Have I made mistakes, absolutely, and i did apologize for stretching the rules. I never judged her, She blew the National Anthem, so for that I will not make excuses for her as others have. The people in this country for a long time have been looking to blame others for their mistakes and troubles. These are also the same that will stick there hand out first or want someone else to fix their problems, most that were created by themselves. It is time for citizens of this country to stand on their own, and face the consequences of their own actions. This is what I feel is the problem in this country. It does not make me feel better to point out her mistake, imagine how many other millions of people around the world who saw her blow it. These people are probably sitting back and joking about how our own people can't even get the National Anthem right,Sad. It also seems that the guests that came on this post didn't have anything to say but to jab about how perfect some of us must feel by pointing out her flub.

Whats the difference if I sing in as a guest or if I was to sign as a member?

Would you be making such a big deal about this if it was a unknown highschool girl that performed the Anthem and made a mistake?

[AllenW]

Whats the difference if I sing in as a guest or if I was to sign as a member?

Would you be making such a big deal about this if it was a unknown highschool girl that performed the Anthem and made a mistake?
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Maybe not, but a unknown high school girl is not a pro.
Big difference there.
And had a unknown sung it and faltered, there would be many that would ask why were they chosen to sing it. imho

No difference on guest or member per the forum rules, but along with the right to post as either, I think we also have to right to give a post by a guest far less credibility as a known member....fwiw

Al

[doubleheader]

She's human. To those that insist on 100% perfection 100% of the time the only way that would ever happen is with recorded music. It seems to me there is an element of class warefare in some of these posts. There is nothing unpatriotic about making a mistake. For a performer, singing the National Anthem is a huge honor, let alone singing it at the SuperBowl, so take a moment to put yourself in her shoes, knowing you just messed up in front of the world, and perhaps try to show this young woman some compassion.

[S.Larson]

Guess we have a lot of perfect people on this forum. I would bet most of you didn't know it until you woke up this morning and read about it. It was really no more than a simple mistake. It just so happened it was in front of millions. Its real easy to sit back and throw stones and thats whats wrong with society.


I would thank this post 1000 times if I could,...

All of us have made mistakes at some point in our lives,....

[S.Larson]

My bad I do apologize Juls, I guess I got a little carried away. I feel it is too easy to troll as a guest and bash others on the forum who are members. I don't hide behind anything


Because we all know who "hempbake1" is,..........

[tv4fish]

Guess we have a lot of perfect people on this forum. I would bet most of you didn't know it until you woke up this morning and read about it. It was really no more than a simple mistake. It just so happened it was in front of millions. Its real easy to sit back and throw stones and thats whats wrong with society.
And I'll bet you are about 99% WRONG buddy.