To kick off Super Bowl XLVII live in New Orleans earlier today, Alicia Keys and her piano performed the National Anthem for the thousands in attendance and millions of Americans watching at home. Without the help of a pre-recorded track, Alicia used her beautiful vocals to make America proud on this fine Super Bowl Sunday.
With shots of various key players from both sides of the field, as well as a live feed of U.S. soldiers at Camp Courage in Kabul, Afghanistan (whose appearance received a standing ovation), Alicia sang her heart out through those keys and delivered the best performance of the Star Spangled Banner in 2013 (sorry Bey, you killed it a SB47, though!).
For those who missed it, watch Mrs. Girl On Fire above. God bless America.
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