The 44-year-old eight-time Grammy winner performs the incredible rendition of 'The Star Spangled Banner' with his electric guitar before Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Kansas City Chiefs.
- Feb 13, 2023
AceShowbiz - Chris Stapleton's National Anthem performance at the 2023 Super Bowl definitely touches a lot of people. The eight-time Grammy winner beautifully sings "The Star Spangled Banner" and he has the entire crowd, including Philadelphia Eagles coach Nick Sirianni in tears.
The 44-year-old singer brought his signature bluesy voice to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona on Sunday, February 12 to sing the National Anthem before the Eagles and Kansas City Chiefs took the field to play. He performed the song with his electric guitar.
As Chris played the final notes, the first-ever all-female flyover passed over the stadium. Oscar winner and "CODA" star Troy Kotsur signed the national anthem in ASL during Chris' performance. He provided interpretation on behalf of the National Association of the Deaf. Some of the players from both teams were also shown on the big screen as they took in the powerful vocals of the talented singer and the sounds of his guitar.
Many commented on the touching moment on Twitter and called the Kentucky-born musician's performance "outstanding." Mickey Guyton tweeted, "Wow @ChrisStapleton, You killed the National Anthem! Congrats my friend. #SuperBowl." Mickey sang the National Anthem at last year's Super Bowl.
"Best #SuperBowl National Anthem of all-time @ChrisStapleton," Ian Munsick wrote. Jason Isbell added, "Damn fine," while Parker McCollum gushed, "Chris Stapleton is the greatest singer of all time and you can't change my mind."
Carly Pearce added, "The most soulful National Anthem ever. @ChrisStapleton you're one in a million!!!! #SuperBowl." In the meantime, Jordan Davis tweeted, "Stapleton just crushed that Anthem #USA."
The country singer's stirring performance marked the beginning of Super Bowl LVII, which will see the Philadelphia Eagles face off against the Kansas City Chiefs. Also before the game, Sheryl Lee Ralph sang "Lift Every Voice and Sing" and Babyface performed "American the Beautiful". At halftime, Rihanna will take the stage for her much-anticipated performance and the inaugural Apple Music halftime show.
