Richard Rodriguez/Getty ImagesThe National Anthem is a staple of sporting events all across America.
While most National Anthems become an afterthought once the event starts, certain ones become memorable among fans and lead to reactions on social media. The National Anthem performed ahead of the Home Run Derby on Monday was the latter.
C. Trent Rosecrans @ctrentRemember Whitney Houston’s National Anthem performance at the Super Bowl? This is the exact opposite
Céspedes Family BBQ @CespedesBBQpic.twitter.com/ZrqO5gkX1X
CogginToboggan @CogginTobogganNobody in this derby is going to top Alec Bohm’s performance of holding back a laugh during that National Anthem. pic.twitter.com/9ZOEJKrGLz
Chris Correa @ChrisCorrea15This National Anthem at the Home Run Derby pic.twitter.com/80O9Aq1gDC
Scott Berlin @Scott_BerlinIf you or a loved one listened to the National Anthem during the 2024 Home Run Derby, you may be entitled to financial compensation. #HomeRunDerby
Suzie Hunter ⚾️ @TheSuzieHunterMaybe Jose Iglesias should’ve sang the national anthem
Cody Delmendo @Cody_CHGOall of us during the national anthem pic.twitter.com/8MamaV6V3e
Jamie Lynch @jelynchjrI think that national anthem singer must’ve lost her fantasy football league and that was the punishment
Action Network @ActionNetworkHQFergie hearing that national anthem pic.twitter.com/0iJDI7dviZ
Barrett Sallee 🇺🇸 @BarrettSalleeThat was certainly a national anthem.
In Andress’ defense, the venue isn’t exactly singer-friendly. The Athletic’s Levi Weaver, also an independent singer and songwriter, admits that Globe Life Field doesn’t boast the best acoustics.
“I toured for 10 years as a musician, and if you offered me a slot to sing in this place, I would give it a hard pass. HARD pass,” Weaver wrote. “It’s hard to sound good in here.”
But Andress has found plenty of success in her career, so she’s likely not too worried about what fans thought of her performance on Monday.
Source : Bleacher Report