About The Song
(watch the video below)
Whitney Houston's rendition of the "National Anthem (Star Spangled Banner)" at Super Bowl XXV in 1991 is widely regarded as one of the most iconic and powerful performances of the anthem in history. The performance took place during the height of the Gulf War, adding to its significance as a patriotic and unifying moment for Americans.
Houston's rendition of the anthem is characterized by her soaring vocals, impeccable timing, and emotive delivery. With a flawless performance that showcased her vocal range and control, Houston brought a renewed sense of pride and patriotism to the anthem.
The performance resonated deeply with audiences, both at the stadium and watching around the world, earning widespread acclaim and cementing Houston's status as one of the greatest vocalists of her generation. It was later released as a single, with all proceeds going to charity.
Overall, Whitney Houston's rendition of the "National Anthem (Star Spangled Banner)" stands as a timeless and unforgettable moment in music history, symbolizing unity, pride, and the power of song to inspire and uplift in times of national significance.
Video
Lyrics
Let’s sing along with the lyrics!
O say can you see by the dawn's early light
What so proudly we hailed at the twilight's last gleaming
Whose broad stripes and bright stars through the perilous fight
O'er the ramparts we watched, were so gallantly streaming?
And the rocket's red glare, the bombs bursting in air
Gave proof through the night that our flag was still there
O say does that star-spangled banner yet wave
O'er the land of the free and the home of the brave