2025 Rose Parade | Jackson State University | Pasadena, California

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[@shawniegee1635]

Los Angeles native here, in tears and I don’t know why! But this was beautiful!!! Y’all looked and sounded amazing!!!

[@21Kolb]

Thanks !

[@youtubepro619]

Thank you love❤️💯

[@yokiechilds3497]

I had tears too. I was so proud of them

[@MichaelJohnson-su4ju]

I thought I was by myself in my reaction. I've never been so proud to see Black Excellence displayed to the world like JSU Band did. So proud of them!!!!! Couldn't help the proud tears.

[@JADENLN-fz3mv]

I'm from CA too and they brought me to tears as well❤❤❤❤

[@ccrobbie533]

Just imagine how all of our people felt watching this outstanding band of one of our HBCU's take the Rose Parade by storm ! Outstanding!

[@harvestnoelcrawford7026]

I don't think they realize how proud they made all of Black America feel this day! It was Black Excellence perfection, one sound, one band!🎉🎉🎉

[@AndyGertz-91]

❤ "LOOK AGAIN"!!.😮 @ 22:14 🎉 😢 $TILL. FOR EMITT TILL!!.❤🎉😢

[@sandraluckett2282]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ JSU💯‼️👍🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@hollyberries2u]

Feel like a proud mama🥹🙌🙌🙌 love all hbcu's ❤❤❤

[@carolynstarks4903]

I don't Live for from Jackson State Sonic Boom .

[@LBGirl1988]

How about all Americans? Cause I am so proud of them! They are from my state so maybe extra proud!

[@scottfindley1345]

Hi! native angelino and I was the music/sound mixer for the tv broadcast (the video/audio feed that is taken by the many live broadcast affiliates) and I just want to say when these guys appeared they absolutely destroyed the place, has got to be the dopest marching band performance I have EVER seen, and not gonna lie i got a little misty myself at all these people just doing something at the highest level, because, it's amazing. So, so good.song selection?hilarious and cheeky.Performance, A++++, dancers? 🤯haha.way to make it fun again. HUGE smiles. JSU Band, I see now why you are called the sonic boom of the south. Respect.

[@gracelove4978]

😊 thanks for the comment and background info, I heard they were so loud that you guys in sound had to turn down the mics

[@privategirl2]

As someone who isn't an HBCU Alum but have watched many Rosebowls Parades, JSU Sonic Boom, literally reset the spice bar for all other HBCU Colleges in this parade going forward. They came, understood the assignment, ate and left zero crumbs. They even had the Professional Entertainers celebrating them. That's how you show up!!!!❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥

[@viviangarner2542]

Ok I just get it ☺️

[@i2sweetshorteep]

Yezzz❤❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@bowezz84]

Absolutely!

[@tonymoreno5724]

Agreed ! This was the best band I've seen after 40 Rose Bowl parades I've attended.

[@kenyettahogan8998]

Just here to say it don’t get no better than THEE SONIC BOOM

[@jroddrick]

I literally went to the rose Parade just to see the JSU Sonic Boom of the South Marching Band. It was a bucket list moment for me. They blew every other band out of the water that morning. It was Powerful and inspiring.

[@patriciapowell6047]

AGREED

[@johnsands6652]

God Bless HBCU

[@davidatkinson8515]

What's amazing is hearing The Sonic Boom and The Human Jukebox playing at the same time in the stadium at Jackson State. I'm so glad JSU Marched in the Rose Bowl Parade. Southern University got marched in 2020. JSU is more than deserving of this honor. I love being part of the HBCU Family.

[@LadyGhos]

Jackson State does not play😂 I live in Mississippi near the university.. sonic boom 💥 they are loved .. phenomenal band. I love to hear them compete and them trumpets sound off 🙀😊omg

[@jamesjenkins1960]

I grew up watching jsu although I live in San Diego ca. They still belong to me 100%

[@only1rb]

Tennessee State University Alum here. Y'all did the damn thang!! 🔥 HBCU PROUD! ❤

[@ire_chan2918]

Sho u right!! SWAC WAS/IS ! CONGRATULATIONS 🎉 FOR GSU! LIKE THEY SAID YALL DID THE DXXX THANG ❤❤❤❤❤

[@bebevee4253]

We see you AOB 👍🏽

[@streetrunna22]

Playing roses by OutKast at the rose bowl parade…is genius…daring…artistic…and legendary…so proud of you guys

[@marlonsmith754]

Yes it was the whole music arrangement was good

[@eddiejames9827]

I heard "Roses are Red" by The Mac Band.

[@rubenmecado7337]

You turned grandma into a 100 year old dancing machine thank you all.

[@deborahbelk1990]

😂😂😂😂

[@DatRiteDere]

As a Florida A&M alum, I have to say this is one of the best showcases of an HBCU band I have ever seen in my life. The song list went CRAZY! But HERO!?!? It just doesn’t get any better than that! J5 and J-Settes cut up at high energy the entire route! The unison of the band and the plumes on the hats was next level! And the sound…TOP TIER. Also, shout out to the banner girls as well! They lead the way with BEAUTY. I love all bands and styles, but I will say, nobody check off all the boxes like SBOTS! Congratulations on a brilliant performance young ladies and gentlemen!

[@deborahbelk1990]

Yesssss the banner ladies are the leaders and "announcers" of the Sonic Boom!! Gorgeous too❤

[@MRSOFFICER2012]

Yessss Hero when they hit that corner on TV was magical

[@bradleythomas27]

From the UK where this isn't even a thing...WOW! Absolutely brilliant and jaw dropping sound and dancing from the front runners. Love the Luther Vandross medley! GO JACKSON STATE!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@WeekendTheoryTV]

We were at the 210 underpass and the energy was magic! Very inspiring for the all the high schools bands there that day. I feel honored to have been able to see this band. Thank you!

[@mrxylo2004]

This was absolutely incredible. Holding Out For A Hero had me in tears. Great job....y'all didn't just seize the moment, you took the moment to the stratosphere!

[@danwillis5057]

Glad I'm not the only one crying, I thought something was wrong...PROUD

[@deborahbelk1990]

😂😂No you were not alone. I wept with pride seeing those young men and women do their thing in such spectacular way!! I marched in band decades ago. I attended an HBCU-NCCU in Durham NC. BTW those plumes set their performance off!!❤

[@dianedrake669]

Canadian here. What an amazing band. I love it. Cannot stop watching

[@JobyCA749]

As a USC alum I know a good band when I see one ;) And Jackson State is beyond. They are great! So sharp!! And what musicians! I have heard of them but have never seen them. Just wow! Well done, team!!! You make your school and your families proud!

[@bowezz84]

Man, I just love seeing black excellence on display! 🔥💪🏽👏🏽

[@latrice3795]

Yes indeed

[@mbthegreat7]

So proud of seeing the Boom representing my city Jackson, Mississippi, the whole state of Mississippi and the entire HBCU band culture!!! Let’s gooo Boom!!!🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@Calais6218]

Pasadenian here and the band was AMAZING! Kudos to their seize the moment!

[@captain4053]

Hats off to whoever wrote, holding out for a hero because that thang slaps 😮🕺🏾

[@godisgood7334]

I Need a Hero by Bonnie Tyler.

[@cyrellroberson9698]

The Luther Vandross arrangement is pure perfection, this brought me joy!

[@statuesqueone2271]

On my 3rd watch of this dynamic performance. I've attended and watched many Rose Parades, this by far knocks every one out the park. Great job young people!

[@Forever8blessed]

The BADDEST Band PERIOD!!! The drum majors are untouchable 🔥🔥

[@c.willie]

Drum majors did the dang thang. I'm sure they have never seen such brilliance. J-Settes looked phenomenal as usual. I love those uniforms, classic beauty. Great songlist as well and the band sounded great

[@markmonzon8169]

Los Angeles native Angelino here.. JSU thank you for sharing such a powerful and well executed performance with us. I watch videos of your performances, but to see it live on New Years Day was epic!

[@margaretcottingham5920]

Drum majors were totally awesome!🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼🕺🏼

[@DaddyZeke4587]

I think most people think they stole the show at the parade! They're always so amazing to experience.

[@jillybean55]

Outstanding - to be able to march and play and dance with that level of energy for that amount of time and distance is incredible - the drumline and brass were phenomenal!

[@deborahbelk1990]

Indeed!! They are amazing musicians and athletes. To March, play, and dance 5 miles is outstanding!❤

[@JustYaunie]

To kick the route off with Roses from OutKast is brilliant! 😍I wonder how many of the spectators caught that

[@staceymitchell8213]

Yes that was epic 🌹Outkast

[@streetrunna22]

Legendary

[@JustYaunie]

@@staceymitchell8213 Indeed!

[@JustYaunie]

@@streetrunna22 Right?!

[@suite662]

I did! And they followed up with The Mac Band’s “Roses Are Red” (1988). 😊

[@jiljwc]

Didn’t attend JSU but my inner band geek and Drum Corps heart was completely filled as I cheered at my tv watching SBOTS set the standard while representing! Super proud of yall for a job very well done!!! 10/10 🔟💐🔟💐🔟

[@gunner-qf9eh]

@jiljwc Glad to see someone who represents both Show Bands and Drum Corps. Sometimes people try to pit them against each other. Totally different styles, both are great, why can't people love and enjoy both? My son is prepping for his 4th year in drum corps in 2025. This will be his third year with the Mandarins (Tuba). His first year in 2022 was in Open Class with Gold.

[@jgamble482]

Go on and play it back, and play your air drums!!!! Ain't made at ya!!!

[@Sweets444]

I've watched this no less than 30 times and I still gettchills when they play "HERO"...My gawd SBOTS!!! I'm so proud of you all!!!! 💙 da 💥

[@grettam.1218]

Man I am so proud of JSU! I’m part of the WSSU family but my God, I give honor and credit where it is due!! You represented the culture well and I love you all for that❤❤❤ Continue to be on one accord and continue to allow the blessings of the Lord to fall upon you in Jesus name🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

[@kevinlavine3155]

Your band director March in this band and was Ann assistant director at JSU. My good friend Michael McGruder.

[@deborahbelk1990]

I'm proud of JSU too. And I'm an NCCU alum❤

[@Evolve2Greater]

It was so fitting for them to do 'roses' by outkast since they were in the rose bowl baby! Great job you all!!!!

[@izrealcary7860]

#LuvDaBoom. You made all Jacksonians PROUD.

[@deec1626]

And non-Jacksonians as well..😊 #proudHBCUmoment

[@waltersmith7992]

Soooooooo proud!!!! #LuvDaBoom ##TheeiLove.

[@steadfastapostolicchurch4740]

To the young people in this band, wonderfully done!! The musicianship, stamina and poise you put forth was a joy to watch. Your being in this parade has brought joy to a lot of people. More than you will ever know. Beautifully done children. Beautiful. Directors of music……well done.

[@Luvforoneanother]

♥♥♥

[@ObamAmerican48]

My god. Perfection. This is hands down the best marching band performance I've ever seen and heard in my life. Goose bumps! Just--perfect. And the video/audio. Perfectly edited. Damn...! 🎼🎵🎶🎷🎺🥁

[@tonymoreno5724]

Yes ! The editing was spot on !

[@karenheck6273]

JSU, showed up and showed out AND showed everyone else how it should be done. Y’all as always did the dang thing and continue to make us proud. Thank you for ALL your hard work, giving us your best, and never allowing yourselves to rest on the last performance, but bringing it every time!!! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@justiceprevails8511]

Kudos to the Music Departments deans and the directors of the SBOTS and dance programs. I pray that everyone receive generous compensations for the hard work that produced such outstanding results. Well done!

[@cj1165]

Being a homegrown Mississippian, the pride of these young folks made my heart beat out of my chest!!

[@theDiaRee]

Very proud of you all. This LA-based Rattler was out there cheering loudly like my degree was from JSU. You all were marvelous at every event! Magnificent job everyone -- Dr. Little, Ms. Crowley, (sorry don't know all the names) J5, the Jsettes (love me some Shelbie leading), the entire band, staff and the media team !!!! 10 STARS- HIGHLY RECOMMEND. 😉

[@w.e.b.8719]

From Tennessee State University. Congratulation and great show for the South. Southern California, this time.

[@kayhayes6980]

Spectacular Rose Bowl performance, Jackson State! Y'all did that! So proud. From a Howard alum ❤

[@motherp5291]

I’m a Florida Girl and have been following JSU for years and to see them on TV in Rose Bowl Parade made me proud! They did the dang gone thing! I too am in tears watching them hear on their channel. Job well done!

[@karapoole1004]

I’ve been in LA for 10 years…….but went to NC A&T and loved the band life. I’m always proud to see an HBCU on the west coast performing bringing some flavor. It takes me back. The high steps, the energy.

[@freshair9040]

As a Black American I’m so proud of my lineage and those who came before us would be so proud of these beautiful talented souls! May God bless them & keep them. Go Sonic Boom!💥

[@LindaDawe-zd5uv]

What an absolutely phenomenal performance! Proving that GREATNESS comes from Mississippi!! Thanks to all of the band members for a superb performance! You made Mississippi PROUD!!! 💙

[@SaintRanson]

Can someone please tell me why n the heck I’m crying for??!!! Maybe because as an Alum of JSU I know what they went through to get to this very moment…or the arrangement of the music is so perfect that it tugs at your spirit and makes you feel all the things…or maybe it’s because this moment has been long overdue. Get Ready Sonic Boom, you’re just getting started 🔥🔥🔥🔥❤️

[@lesliegarrett7977]

You, like many others are aware of the fight in the sound.❤

[@JADENLN-fz3mv]

I cry every time I watch them. I'm not a JSU alum or even a college graduate. I get so overwhelmed by their greatness ❤

[@claytonstarrjr9788]

Cause it made you PROUD ❤

[@tellsfromthebelle]

I’m ‘01 JSU Alum and crying as well!!! Soooo proud of their performance and the videographer who captured this!! Representing HBCU’s well….to be in their presence is next level. Loved hearing them practice on the yard (campus). Well done 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@SaintRanson]

@@tellsfromthebelle ayyyeeee Alums in the house! Salute queen.

[@erichawkins5738]

Dang the energy is off the charts!! I get tired just watching!! These guys and girls are in incredible shape!!!

[@walteringram5060]

Whew!!! GOT-TOE-MIGHTY!!! It's the way yall hit that corner with I Need a Hero!! GEEZE! Great Job!!! 🔥🔥

[@Valerie-qp9hb]

💙 Hi...I've been watching Thee Boom for quite sometime now...I am 🇲🇽 🇺🇸 born n raised in So Cal!!!...You are Thee Badest Band on Thee Planet!!...🙏 Thank You for filling my ❤ with Pride!!!....tears of joy right here!!!....Rose Parade 2025!!!🎉🎉🎉❤🍾✌️

[@esi2952]

The very best of black American culture

[@AlymyrosMekare]

glorious culture

[@Unstoppable25]

Feel the POWER and PURE MAGIC of the Sonic Boom of the South!

[@jambrown2204]

In 1967, I witnessed this magnificent band perform at MVSU in Itta Bena, Ms. I have been a fan ever since…OUTSTANDING!!!✨🥰

[@atlsuperstar]

I'm more of a dancer but that drumcorp when the music stops is just perfection! I love seeing us show out on the west coast! HBCU are not over here, so its a brand new experience for a lot of people. Those J-Settes and those high left kicks! 🔥

[@deborahbelk1990]

Hopefully young people.considering college look at the HBCU's in mid-Atlantic and Southern states. An HBCU experience is unmatched!❤

[@tiffanydegoya]

@@deborahbelk1990 I agree, when i graduated back in 2004 I had no idea about HBCUs, if I did I would’ve loved to go but I ended up going to college here in So Cali. I would’ve loved to be around more people who looked like me.❤

[@felicialayeni9601]

Phenomenal performance!!! I love our HBCU bands and I was just so proud of these members! I was beaming the entire time and celebrated each and every one of them like they were my nieces and nephews! Congratulations to Jackson State!

[@deec1626]

WELL DONE, JSU! Way to represent JSU and the South. I didnt attend JSU or an HBCU but I'm so proud of ya'll. 🎉🎉

[@ericagillett1527]

California Native...born and raised, (grandparents from Louisiana) love seeing HBCU''s perform in Cali to show out...Black Excellence...We here and are top tier....Thank you JSU for a High Class and professional performance!

[@sal4486]

Yes!!! This performance has turned a new leaf for the Rose Bowl if I’d known that an HBCU marching band was participating I would have watched maybe even attend this was needed thank you Jackson State March Band and to the Rose Bowl administration keeping this going ❤

[@alvinb.3024]

Magic! Proud of each and every member of the BOOM! Ladies and Gentlemen you were awesome!

[@dr.simoneobryanphd7721]

Starting the performance with "Roses" by Outkast was brilliant. BUT, following that up with the Mac Band's "Roses Are Red" was genius! IYKYK

[@JADENLN-fz3mv]

I was so depressed today. Watching this probably saved my life. You all are amazing!!! Thank you for every bit of work you all put into this. Inspirational isn't even the word... this is beyond❤

[@toyamonix2830]

God bless you!

[@toyamonix2830]

You're amazing!

[@MayflowerBA9928]

You've got this!! Sending hugs your way!

[@byrongreene8983]

YOU GOT THIS!!!!!😊🎉

[@vecarter569]

❤❤❤❤🙏🏾🌹

[@mac609]

Luv Da Boom! I unfortunately haven't seen the Boom live...yet! I'm so proud of these kids! Going to the Rose Bowl to play is big-time exposure, and this band deserves it! Go Boom!

[@dexterallen2672]

We selling tickets to every football game.

[@iamtheeshanettacrisler]

I am still in tears. You all represented well.

[@macmen007]

FANTASTIC !!! Absolutely amazing! Blessing to this Jackson State Band. Thank You for bringing joy and happiness to ALL who saw this!

[@Kim_lB]

As a true blue Jacksonian, this absolutely makes my heart smile. To see other people get excited and cheer for y'all gave me chills. And shout out to the students who toughed it out after the first DAY of band camp when you decided to join the Boom. Lol😂 Hard work,discipline & dedication pays off. Kudos to all the students. #LuvDaBoom

[@deborahbelk1990]

Indeed. Those young men and women dedicated themselves to the band AND their educations. Their hard work PAID OFF and was on full display at the Rose parade! EVERYONE who watched them live were cheering with excitement...and PRIDE from those of us who are HBCU ALUMS!! Great performance 💥 BOOM!!❤ Wonder how many young college bound Californians who saw the BOOM and Googled Jackson State?

[@biggz36]

Man JSU went out there to cut up on them folks 😂😂 .. I love it 💯

[@LadyGhos]

Real bad 😂 cause who they think they invited 💀😂

[@biggz36]

@ right 😂

[@DJordan-j1k]

Oh yeah!!!!

[@meganswadling8162]

Coming from AUSTRALIA where this is not a thing....CONGRATULATIONS to ALL OF YOU......THE BAND, THE FORE DANCERS WITH THEIR BATTONS THE GORJUZ DANCERS you all did the most outrageous performance I've ever seen When I've had a shitty day, I put anyone of your videos on and by the time you have finished im in the best frame of mind... SO THANKYOU.......and by the way, NO ONE AND I MEAN NO ONE CAN MOVE IT AND SHAKE IT like the BLACK AMERICANS

[@carmenjames7807]

Love this comment.

[@rubyclark7595]

Thank You ALL Jackson State 💙 BEAUTIFUL

[@caravonner6705]

I was in my HS band and we got our style from JSU, Pine Bluff, TSU, etc. I didnt go to an HBCU and when I watch JSU, I regret not going. They are definitely on my bucket list of bands to see!!

[@judyl.6550]

Just an INCREDIBLE performance!!!! I’ve watched this performance many times over. The Sonic Boom brings credit upon themselves and Jackson State University.

[@M.Harris-i7k]

Unmatched brilliance and perfection. I am so proud of JSU. I have observed them over time. What a great New Year's gift!

[@saxpoobielex7769]

I was able to march in Disney World in Highschool. It was a predominantly white Highschool. However, I want to say here WOW! I am so proud of you guys! What excellence. To bring us to these places where people around the world will see you is so important. I know yall had fun after the hard work and yall deserve it. You guys are doing such big things and have truly made a name for yourselves.

[@lasandrajohnson9813]

It's the best I've seen the J-Settes look in years! Epic performance Boom!

[@sifauesi8394]

sheesh, the power and conviction coming from those drums is powerful.... Just sheer BOOM!!!! So powerful, great job boom !

[@youngp4116]

Watched the Rose Parade in person for the first time, and JSU Sonic Boom and the Kyoto Tachibana were my two fav bands. I've been on KZbin watching both bands. Love the marching style of the SB and the swagger of the drum majors.

[@Still_I_Ride]

Lord, watched this about 5 times and can't stop crying. The sentiment of the representation of JSU, Mississippi, and an HBCU being showcased for the country with such a outstanding performance is almost overhelming. I'll stay rooting for you, Sonic Boom!!

[@feliciastewart8544]

Awesome performance!!! You all have set the bar high!🩵🤍🩵🤍🩵🤍🩵🤍

[@CKYFfM4839LaWaIi9]

Daaaaaaaamn!😳 The most energetic university band I've ever witnessed. . . .ever!! Jeez Louise!❣️ See y'all next year in Pasadena, CA!🙏🏼

[@rodadaniels5801]

I cried when I saw them perform. My cousin Dr. James Berry was the music director at JSU. So proud of the student and music and musicianship. I too played the clarinet. You go JSU. Love you to pieces. You came to Pasadena, California and tore that city up. Alright👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@harvestnoelcrawford7026]

That Get Ready tune and dance blew it out the Park 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@ebrown2297]

I’m not going to lie…Jackson St.definitely left there mark with this performance…And I bet it gave the spectators goosebumps…because this was an out of this world performance….I bet them ppl will never forget Jackson St.Tigers🐅

[@katkatt047]

💙💙💙💙y’all made us All Soooooo proud #theeilove#luvdaboom #jsettealum

[@dsensational60s]

Excellent video! The band was awesome!

[@zae357]

I absolutely love this!!! HBCU bands are a must!!!

[@tom_rodriguez]

That’s how it’s done! Great to see JSU in the 2025 Rose Parade!

[@Islandgroover72]

What a treat to see this band! It gives me goosebumps to see them on a video, I can't imagine how it feels to see them live.

[@christheemperor7265]

You gotta see them live

[@DF-qn2vv]

Man this the baddddest!!!!! Band I ever seen had me up in here groovin to them beats and shawty in the front with the baton was handling her business ❤

[@gracelove4978]

It was a woman with the baton?

[@lynnoats]

​@@gracelove4978 she's the 4th female drum major in the university's history

[@gracelove4978]

Ok, i spotted her syes the smallesr. She keeping up with the guys forreal. ​@lynnoats

[@DF-qn2vv]

​@@lynnoats WOW thanks for the history.. she didn't miss a beat small but mighty

[@DF-qn2vv]

​@@gracelove4978 yes she's the tiny one working her tail off missing no beats small legs but might she bring them to the chest like see me😮😊 I've watched several times just to watch her perform

[@deewolf2931]

We definitely need a hero! Great performance!

[@SpanishEclectic]

So many talented and energetic young people doing what they love. Awesome moves, and they sound fantastic. Caught them on the KTLA broadcast; they looked even better from above. These young people have success in their futures; wish them all well.

[@AR-uz6kq]

Black Excellence displayed in a high-class fashion!! 💙💙💙 Geaux Tigers !!

[@johnmoss4684]

The end when you played I need a hero... brung tears to my eyes from the black excellence y'all put to it... Beautiful execution and timing...and the drum majors performance especially after what the lead one went through earlier this year...y'all made us so proud this year!!!! 🔥

[@dmm950]

They showed up and showed out. I loved it. Go BOOM. Let them know who you are ❤😊❤😊

[@matildaharris2592]

Lovely, lovely. Gotta have a movie next. So breathtaking!

[@vikkismith-rob5264]

The Sonic Boom of the South - EXCELLENT job! I’ve watched this video 5x thanks for sharing! SHOUTOUT to JSU camera guys/staff.

[@dewilliecanada7504]

Spectacular at its finest. Those Californians were excited and thrill to see one of best HBCU band and one number in the SWAC. Kudos to THE BOOM for representing HBCU.

[@lakenyaharris3771]

What an exceptional ,excellent ,well done job ALL season yall went out with a BOOM 👏🏾👏🏾 From the drum majors to the jsettes to the band. I really enjoyed watching & cheering. It’s undeniable that Sonic Boom was the BEST BAND This season and J5 was DEFINITELY TOP TIER👏🏾🤧💙 kudos to you ALL bc you guy’s entertained from the beginning to the end, kept BIG energy….. it was a long walk and look liked hills. Thanks to Dr.Little & his TEAM I loved EVERYTHING since the Merge. Congratulations Seniors and Ima miss J5 smooth self’s🥲

[@cassandrabrown4038]

I can't stop watching. It was such a great performance. I am proud as a peacock. Out of SWAC, PVA&M. It will be hard to top that. I think Morgan State is scheduled for next year. Looking forward to the next HBCU's soulful strut.

[@Dr.DorothyR.Knighton]

God keep all of you covered in the blood, you showed up and showed out. I have watched it at least three or more times. Words are not enough to express how proud you made our people feel and to show the world we have talent, education and professionalism.

[@ginahoward1410]

These young people worked hard...❤❤❤❤

[@drucella5581]

Hindsight...how many of these spectators would not have homes in the next week, due the fires in Southern Calif.? Tomorrow is never promised to us. Be thankful and rejoice in today. Thank You Sonic Boom for the joy you brought on that day 💥!!!

[@gracelove4978]

So sad, within days ....