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Here’s how people reacted after a singer dropped a few F-bombs during the national anthem
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Here’s how people reacted after a singer dropped a few F-bombs during the national anthem

The US national anthem has gained a new viral victim.

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Several people have become viral sensations over the years for their crazy renditions of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

In 1993, nine-time Olympic gold medalist Carl Lewis performed an unforgettable national anthem at an NBA game between the Chicago Bulls and the New Jersey Nets.

Who doesn’t remember Fergie, the eight-time Grammy winner jazz show at the 2018 NBA All-Star Game?

Recently, Ingrid Andress went viral for her performance at the MLB Home Run Derby, during which she later claimed she was drunk.

Now, a singer named Loomis is going viral after singing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Wednesday night’s third-party presidential debate.

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While Chase Oliver of the Libertarian Party, Dr. Jill Stein of the Green Party and Randall Terry of the Constitution Party waited broadcast live to start the debate, Loomis sang the national anthem with some added expletives and moments he wished he could finish.

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Following the lyrics, β€œAnd the red glow of the rockets,” Loomis didn’t hit the high note and said, β€œI gave a damn. I gave it to hell. Can I come back, can I come back, please?”

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She tried to jump back into the song, but when she made another mistake, she said out loud, “I got too nervous!”

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The internet didn’t hold back their mixed reactions to her version of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

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Loomis address her national anthem accident, apologizing to Free and Equal Elections and the production team on her Instagram. “I was a little late there and didn’t have a clear clue, which left me flustered when I went live!” she wrote. β€œI know it wasn’t the best thing for me and I’m very sorry if it didn’t reach the goal. I take full responsibility on my part and ask you not to use this incident to reflect on the artist that I am. I am and I try to be.”

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Finally, she wrote, β€œI’m so grateful for the opportunity and all the love and support I’ve received. I’m taking this as a lesson learned and can’t wait to come back even stronger! “

What are some viral live music crashes that you remember? Let me know in the comments.