I'm not an American by the way but this is the best rendition of the US anthem I ever heard. i hate when other entertainer musicians distort the song to emphasize their so called talent. here in the Philippines, there is a government office that reprimands and sanction singers who distort our national anthem..
It's been a while since I've listened to this, and I still get goosebumps, chills and tears. It's hard to explain. No other song, that's ANY other SONG, has this effect on me. They really pack an emotional whollup.
Those people who disliked this video have absolutely no soul and no taste in music. Agree or disagree with their political views/comments...that's up to you but there is no denying their talent and the fact that this is a gorgeous version of the National Anthem.
What makes this rendition superior to all others is the Dixie Chicks' restraint. They don't feel the need to over embellish the song just to prove a point. They decided to arrange the piece with beautiful harmonies and sang it through, not because they wanted everyone to worship their vocal abilities, but because they wanted to honor their country. I'm sick of the Christina Aguileras putting in all these useless runs and ad libs. It cheapens the song and makes it cheesy.
Chris Tran I agree, I especially dislike make the way many sing "o'er the land of the free' - making 'free' embellished and an octave too high. It always feels like the singer is drawing attention to themselves, rather than the meaning of the song. I also don't like it when it's sung too slowly. The song has always been about prideful excitement - it doesn't have to be fast, but it shouldn't be too slow either. (If memory serves me correctly, the music for the anthem is based on an English drinking song) - Dixie Chicks got the tempo right on. My favorite part of their rendition in the "gave proof through the night" - the harmonies are appropriate and gorgeous. Really what makes this version work so well is the harmonies - and very appropriate given the context of a Super Bowl - each singer contributing their part without any major emphasis on any particular person. If I were to be critical, I'm not overly fond of the ending, changing the key felt odd - but I think that's a matter of the arrangement and not their overall performance. Whenever I want to hear the anthem done correctly, I always look for this version. To me it's the gold standard and not Whitney Houston. I find her version a bit pretentious.
A fantastic version of the most awesome national anthem in the world, performed by three brave women. I get the chills and almost start to cry every time I hear this masterpiece.
Fantastic to once again hear the Star Spangled Banner sung at a pace/tempo that isn't depressing or irritatingly slow/dragged out to hear the warblings and caterwalling of the self-proclaimed performer.
I still think in the scheme of things, the Dixie Chicks rocked this out of the park! I have always respected and admired their music. So what if you have an opinion. God Bless the USA!
個人的にこのアメリカ国歌斉唱のシーンが好きだな。カメラワークもすごいし。 いかにアメリカ国民が星条旗のもとで真剣になっているかがわかる。 I individually like this scene of national anthem of the U.S. Its camerawork teaches me that all nations of the US become very seriously regardless of human races under the star spangled banner.
The National Anthem already takes my breath away, but this just about killed me. I can remember when I was a kid and hearing this before the Super Bowl, and thought it was the best version I have ever heard. Still true to this day.
I had chills all the way through this song. By far the best rendition of this song I have ever heard. It's pure vocals and talent, which really isn't seen very often in popular music.
It wasn't a rant. It was one sentence that a bunch of people went crazy over and used them as scapegoats. It was just ridiculous. She was just as entitled to voice her frustrations as anyone else.
Oh damn. This song gives me thousands of goosebumps every time I listen to it. Besides the gift of their sweet song's, this performance and these woman are so powerful
Flagged as inappropriate: Ear porn. In all honesty... this is the single best performance of the national anthem I've ever heard, and I watch my fare share of sporting events and national anthem performances. Love these girls just because of this moment.
Thats absolutly the best version of an national anthem. It´s so powerful. I´m german, but during this video i got tears in my eyes. Thank you Dixi Chicks. Thank you so much.
I'm a Brit, but I get goosebumps every time I hear this. Unbelievable version of a great National Anthem. God Save The Queen is so boring compared to this.
This is still the best rendition I've ever heard. Unbelievable harmonies.
That harmony is beautiful.
best version of the star spangled banner in my opinion.
Soft, crisp, clean & power - wow! What voices. No drama - pure song. Lovely. Simply the best.
Literally the best National Anthem I have ever heard. That part right at 1:16 oooo
Absolutely the best rendition of the Star Spangled Banner!!
Be proud, Dixie Chicks
Beautiful. And I'm not even American.
You must be joking. Whitney's the best hands down.
hfontanez98 nope Ashley Simpson
hicks727 LOL... All that money spent in therapy, and you have to bring her back. Thanks buddy!
Their harmonies are amazing!
Never ever has it been done better, or with more respect.
Still my favorite rendition ever.
When they sing it it gives me goosebumps. Amazing version.
Wow... I think that's the first time I'm speechless after listening to the American anthem. This was very beautiful!
All these years later and this is still THE ONE! Goosebumps every. Single. Time.
Just lovely. No theatrics. Just a wonderful performance.
Underrated rendition.
I'm not an American by the way but this is the best rendition of the US anthem I ever heard. i hate when other entertainer musicians distort the song to emphasize their so called talent. here in the Philippines, there is a government office that reprimands and sanction singers who distort our national anthem..
It's been a while since I've listened to this, and I still get goosebumps, chills and tears. It's hard to explain. No other song, that's ANY other SONG, has this effect on me. They really pack an emotional whollup.
Perfect harmonies and the simplicity of the performance makes it one of the best.
That how it's done! Best version since Whitney's. Awesome!
I don't remember who played in this game. But I will always remember this performance.
It was the Raiders and someone else, I don't remember. As for the halftime show, I think it was Shania Twain and Gwen Stefani
Those people who disliked this video have absolutely no soul and no taste in music. Agree or disagree with their political views/comments...that's up to you but there is no denying their talent and the fact that this is a gorgeous version of the National Anthem.
these 3 ladies are the most misunderstood country music artists in history they honor all veterans and god bless them
Stunning, absolutely stunning! Sung by people who have real talent as opposed to those who THINK they have talent.
I think I have talent.
I never get tired of hearing this version of the National Anthem. Awesome.
What makes this rendition superior to all others is the Dixie Chicks' restraint. They don't feel the need to over embellish the song just to prove a point. They decided to arrange the piece with beautiful harmonies and sang it through, not because they wanted everyone to worship their vocal abilities, but because they wanted to honor their country. I'm sick of the Christina Aguileras putting in all these useless runs and ad libs. It cheapens the song and makes it cheesy.
Chris Tran Superior to other except Marvin Gaye and Whitney Houston.
Chris Tran I agree, I especially dislike make the way many sing "o'er the land of the free' - making 'free' embellished and an octave too high. It always feels like the singer is drawing attention to themselves, rather than the meaning of the song. I also don't like it when it's sung too slowly. The song has always been about prideful excitement - it doesn't have to be fast, but it shouldn't be too slow either. (If memory serves me correctly, the music for the anthem is based on an English drinking song) - Dixie Chicks got the tempo right on.
My favorite part of their rendition in the "gave proof through the night" - the harmonies are appropriate and gorgeous. Really what makes this version work so well is the harmonies - and very appropriate given the context of a Super Bowl - each singer contributing their part without any major emphasis on any particular person.
If I were to be critical, I'm not overly fond of the ending, changing the key felt odd - but I think that's a matter of the arrangement and not their overall performance.
Whenever I want to hear the anthem done correctly, I always look for this version. To me it's the gold standard and not Whitney Houston. I find her version a bit pretentious.
Raymond Wiggins I guess everyone have their preference.
+Chris Tran Exactly!!!!
+Chris Tran Amen to that
Unreal. I can't stop listening to it.
A more beautiful version of our National Anthem may not exist.
A fantastic version of the most awesome national anthem in the world, performed by three brave women. I get the chills and almost start to cry every time I hear this masterpiece.
Beautiful arrangement.
that's the way it was meant to be sung!
Yes,this is the greatest version I've ever heard.I am enamored by their voices,completely captivating.
Best one ever! I talk about this and bring this up in conversation; premise being harmony and harmonics!
Very sweet harmonies.
Always will be my favorite rendition. I agree with others, they don't overdue it.
Fantastic to once again hear the Star Spangled Banner sung at a pace/tempo that isn't depressing or irritatingly slow/dragged out to hear the warblings and caterwalling of the self-proclaimed performer.
I am Canadian but this Dixie Chick rendition of the SSB really grabs at the heart strings. Very beautiful.
Best version ever. ♥
NO-ONE has ever sang it better than this
I LOVE THE DIXIE CHICKS !! I WISH THEY WOULD RETURN TO COUNTRY
Stunning rendition !
This is best I have ever heard
wow! OMG that's the best singing I have ever heard!!!!
The best rendition I've heard in YEARS. I don't think the way they ended really worked, but everything else was fantastic.
I still think in the scheme of things, the Dixie Chicks rocked this out of the park! I have always respected and admired their music. So what if you have an opinion. God Bless the USA!
Beautiful arrangement & very well done by the Dixie Chicks -- BRAVO!
A Beautiful rendition of the anthem.
Nailed it.
perfect and beautiful singing.
How can anyone think these girls are not pro USA ?? One said something most of the country felt but did not have the access to say..................
This is so beautiful.
This is absolutely the best version of the most meaningful song. The Chicks are the best.
this must be what angels sound like
Wow, the harmony
Patriots with common sense and compassion, also the best rendition of this anthem ever.
Congrats ladies...another Super Bowl anthem and yours still reigns supreme.
still brings tears to my eyes
The harmonies are just amazing! They are each so good!!
Keep coming back to this again and again. Beautiful rendition of a stirring anthem.
The best Star Spangled Banner ever! Makes me cry.
The best ever. Awesome harmony!
Look out, Whitney. You've got company.
個人的にこのアメリカ国歌斉唱のシーンが好きだな。カメラワークもすごいし。
いかにアメリカ国民が星条旗のもとで真剣になっているかがわかる。
I individually like this scene of national anthem of the U.S.
Its camerawork teaches me that all nations of the US become very seriously regardless of human races under the star spangled banner.
DAMN!!! Those "BEAUTIFUL" Chicks can sing!
AWESOME Rendition!
The National Anthem already takes my breath away, but this just about killed me. I can remember when I was a kid and hearing this before the Super Bowl, and thought it was the best version I have ever heard. Still true to this day.
truly amazing...
Best version !!!
Beautiful
proofのハモりが心地いい。
Perfection!
Without a doubt. Amazing.
Rivals the 1991 rendition by Whitney Houston, beautiful
Simply sublime
may be my favorite version
Whitney's version is the best, IMHO. This is a VERY close second. Great job ladies!!!
haywood jablome I agree!
I had chills all the way through this song. By far the best rendition of this song I have ever heard. It's pure vocals and talent, which really isn't seen very often in popular music.
Ms. Dixie Chicks sang USA anthem which harmonized my mind and this harmony is best members historically.
Thank you , sir.
They sure don't sound un-patriotic to me, but then again, I never thought they were. Simply Beautiful!
nice USA!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
これみてなぜか日本人のおれが感動した！！！！
japaneseeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
still the best
Their harmonies are amazing
This rendition is amazing! Whitney's is the only one that always chokes me up, though.
It wasn't a rant. It was one sentence that a bunch of people went crazy over and used them as scapegoats. It was just ridiculous. She was just as entitled to voice her frustrations as anyone else.
Oh damn. This song gives me thousands of goosebumps every time I listen to it. Besides the gift of their sweet song's, this performance and these woman are so powerful
Fantastic harmonies sung with an emotional touch. Thumbs up!
Nailed it!
Flagged as inappropriate: Ear porn.
In all honesty... this is the single best performance of the national anthem I've ever heard, and I watch my fare share of sporting events and national anthem performances.
Love these girls just because of this moment.
Too bloody good!, I've heard many versions but this one is by far the best accapella, followed by the Mcknights version.
This literally gave me chills. A Dixie Chicks reunion is long overdue.
Gorgeous version of this song. I love the chicks!
I'm not a huge Country fan AT ALL, but I do have to admit, this is probably my favorite rendition of this song.. EVER.
Best ever
I'm ashamed to live in Texas too. Love these ladies.
Beautiful arrangement
!! Brought tears to my eyes... And Beautiful work, Mr. Billy B!!
The best. Hands down. End of argument. Wow.
Gorgeous harmonies..
Thats absolutly the best version of an national anthem. It´s so powerful. I´m german, but during this video i got tears in my eyes. Thank you Dixi Chicks. Thank you so much.
what makes it cool for me is not so much the harmony, but when they all go unison. It happens twice and gives me the chills.
I'm a Brit, but I get goosebumps every time I hear this. Unbelievable version of a great National Anthem. God Save The Queen is so boring compared to this.
I think some people cannot appreciate good music, If you can sing better why not sing
and let hear it. Beautiful and Phenomenal.
凄い美声とコーラスだな。
鳥肌がたつ。
Beautiful!