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Let us begin with a bit of history. As an American, knowing the history behind the Star-Spangled Banner is just as important as recognizing it as our National Anthem and knowing its lyrics...
The Harmonious
(Music starts at 3:23)
Then, of course, there is the one that always comes out on top ...
The Controversial
1968Jose Feliciano performed a controversial version of The Star-Spangled Banner before the fifth game of the World Series between the Detroit Tigers and the St. Louis Cardinals. As a result of his slow, Bluesy delivery, many radio stations refused to play his songs, and his career suffered.
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And the music goes on beating to the rhythm of the changing times...