Chris Stapleton’s national anthem performance at the Super Bowl on February 12, 2023, has been the talk of the internet. The country star delivered a soulful rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner,” accompanied by his guitar, that brought players, coaches, and fans to tears. Philadelphia Eagles head coach Nick Sirianni’s emotional reaction went viral, with tears running down his face, and has left a lasting impression on many.
In an interview with Entertainment Tonight following the performance, Stapleton said, “Man, it felt great. It really did. The energy was good, and the crowd was hyped up for the game, so that kind of gets you ready to go.” However, when asked about Sirianni’s reaction, Stapleton admitted that he likely won’t watch the footage. “I don’t know if I can watch it, man,” he said. “I try not to watch myself back too much.”
Sirianni explained his tears in a post-game press conference, saying, “I’ve dreamed about this since I’ve been two years old. It’s just emotional because there’s a lot of work, not just by myself, but a lot of people. Starting with my wife and my kids, my brothers, my dad, and just so many people…It’s just emotional in that moment knowing where we were.”
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“I've dreamed about this since I've been two years old… It's just emotional because there's a lot of work, not just by myself, but a lot of people. Starting with my wife and my kids, my brothers, my dad and just so many people” pic.twitter.com/BSqZ5TzQ46
— Jeff Skversky (@JeffSkversky) February 13, 2023
Stapleton’s performance has been praised by many as one of the best renditions of the national anthem ever performed at the Super Bowl. His soulful voice and simple accompaniment on the guitar brought a unique and emotional touch to the song.
The internet is still buzzing with reactions to Stapleton’s performance, with many fans expressing their admiration for his talent and emotional delivery. Fellow country stars have also shared their praise for the performance, highlighting the power of music to bring people together and evoke strong emotions.
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— theScore (@theScore) February 12, 2023
Overall, Chris Stapleton’s national anthem performance at the Super Bowl has left a lasting impression on fans, players, and coaches alike. His heartfelt rendition of the national anthem is a testament to his talent and his ability to connect with audiences on an emotional level.