Jim Cornelison sings National Anthem at Soldier Field on 9/11/11

[@Psycomantis1]

As a Bear fan, I don't want anyone else doing this song before my games but this guy.

[@ToniandNicole]

My boyfriend is a die hard blackhawks fan from Ohio. He tears up everytime Cornelius sings.

[@pauliehumboldt]

+ToniandNicole I am not a fan of the Hawks (Bruins guy here) and I'm just a civilian and I can't listen to this guys anthem without at least having watery eyes.

[@paullyzun5745]

Before Jim, Patrick Blackwell did the anthem for the Blackhawks, and I honestly thought he was better. Don't get me wrong, Jim is great, and the rafters shake at the UC when he sings, but Blackwell's voice was thunderous.

[@bassrob2]

Now THAT'S how the National Anthem should be sung!!!

[@SuperfanDK]

I've never heard him do a bad version of the anthem, but this was one of his best.

[@kevinatfms]

In a time of crisis. Jim came forward with THE anthem of the United States Of America. This is the most influential version of the Star Spangled Banner that I have ever heard. He is the voice of freedom in a time when many people doubted it. When we were most vulnerable. When he belts out the first few notes you can hear the crows react and understand that we are united as one, as a country, as a whole. God bless the United States Of America and all the people she holds dear.

[@rs021404able]

For those wondering, the cheering during the National Anthem during Hawks games started during the 1991 NHL all star game which was at the height of the first Gulf War. It was done in support of those overseas because the game was being broadcast to the troops. It since became a tradition.

[@OldRustySteele]

Actually it started earlier. It started during the 1985 NHL semi-finals when the powerful Edmonton Oilers with Wayne Gretzky in his prime played the underdog Blackhawks. Edmonton won the first 2 games at home and when the series came to Chicago for Games 3 & 4, the crowd enthusiastically cheered the US National Anthem. Wayne Messmer was the anthem singer for the Hawks back then. But yes, they definitely amped it up another notch during the 1991 All Star Game at The Stadium.

[@Omegasphere]

No introduction, three words in, the Chicago crowd knows what to do.

[@Jesse-wd5np]

This guy and Whitney gave new life to this beautiful song.

[@jeffreysnydr]

He should do the National Anthem for the Super Bowl one day, don't you think?

[@boricuba773]

big time

[@LegendMathai]

Every year. No one touches his epicness.

[@tomservo75]

Unfortunately he'll have to get in line behind the overexposed prima donnas who butcher the anthem by trying to go through 8 octaves in a single note.

[@LegendMathai]

Fuck them. We will hewr him every Hawks home game this season 👍

[@ThisIsAgui]

i can never listen to the .25x speed of "normal" national anthems, this i can finally appreciate

[@kinger982]

Jim Cornelison had Soldier Field in Chicago on it's feet when he sung the American national anthem that day!

[@M1ke1997]

Now, THAT'S how you sing the national anthem!!!!

[@votava55]

As a North Stars fan, I was raised to hate everything about Chicago. That is, except the National Anthem. Thank you so much, Chicago.

[@ShineYourLightDetailing]

THEE BEST. Chills every time!!

[@BuckNasty9475]

Starting today, I am going to listen to this every morning. It stirs the soul. Somewhere in the afterlife Francis Scott Key is high-fiving every time Jim sings this.

[@joshhileman3365]

So you'd rather people be quiet because it's disrespectful? Instead these people are cheering for an anthem that's represents their country. That makes total sense

[@joshhileman3365]

+Superblackhawks_fan68 Man I'm a huge blackhawks fan and I love watching Jim sing everytime, I don't understand how people can not get chills when people are cheering our national anthem

[@myboi2480]

Yeah it’s better than kneeling during the anthem, that shit is disrespectful

[@theanomalous1401]

Dear Josh, Next time, tell them to pound sand. We know where you'e coming from. We get it, and so do you. Sincerely; The United States of America.

[@k2rider1964]

I was absolutely blown away by my first Blackhawks game. I didn't know anything about Jim Cornelison or the tradition to cheer during the anthem. It was absolutely stunning and mesmerizing.

[@frankkaplan69]

HANDS DOWN BEST SPORTS ANTHEM. MY HAIR STANDS ON END AND I'M FROM NYC

[@ogdannyg1]

Jim is a true hero 🇺🇸

[@zayzamzak]

This the best rendition of the anthem. I watch this at least once a year

[@tthomaselli2]

I remember watching this game with an ex-girlfriend of mine on TV as if it were literally yesterday. The very second we heard Jim Cornelison singing, we were like "Wait a second...".

[@SquireHoggOfficial]

You critics need to take a step back for a moment, and hop off your musical high horse. Jim is a professional operatic vocalist. He raises the spirits of those watching live or on TV or video. When you complain "he's belting out the lyrics" or "he was a little flat", it makes me think you are viewing the petal but missing the flower. There comes a time when the technical aspects of a performance take back seat to the emotional.

[@christiancollins4264]

Squire Hogg True story - I live in Los Angeles (Carson), grew up a Kings fan but appreciate all the teams and the athletes that play hockey. I don’t remember hearing Jim until the 2013 series with LA but he certainly made an impression. Fast forward to 2019, my 50th birthday was February 22 and when the schedule came out last June I hoped one of my three “bucket list” cities would have a game that night - New York, Toronto, Chicago. Chicago did - they hosted Colorado, and as luck would have it the teams were tied going into that game. I flew in from LA on the 22nd, Ubered to my hotel, taxied to United Center, heard Jim sing, took the bus back to my hotel, flew home the next day. Dream come true, watching an Original 6 team in its home city. That, and hearing Jim in person. Worth every penny and I’m not well-to-do.

[@alexherda3903]

Go Chicago we all knew the voice and knew what to do. Cheer loud and proud!

[@nicholasaulich9994]

Hands down the best ever....he rattles the mad house.

[@JM-bs7ke]

I'm from Michigan and a Bears fan, this is how it should be done. The very best!!!!!!

[@aryamehr1974]

The power of strength and unity in one mans voice.....wow thank you Jim

[@bucksatanII]

Heard him sing the national anthem at the winter classic. Blew me away

[@chuckster56633]

by far the greatest rendition of this anthem for surein my most humble opinion

[@bobfuller3824]

Im a fan of both the Bears and the Cubs and both him and Wayne Messmer are the best male singers of the anthem I have ever heard exactly how you should sing it with proud and dignity

[@theanomalous1401]

Once we were United. Oh Dear God, Please unite us once again. It was by fate that I happen to catch this rendition on that day so long ago. In that moment of my 54th year of being an American that I finally understood exactly what the lyrics meant. Listening to Jim Cornelison that day, watching as Police Officers, Firefighters, First responders, and NFL athletes gathered around that gigantic flag. In that all too brief of a moment, the only colors that were relevant were Red, White and Blue. I hope that as he bellowed out those and when he came to the part of the song that says "That our Flag was STILL THERE" The gesture he made by raising his hand, as if he was showing us all that despite all else, Our symbol is still there. I began to weep uncontrolably because I got it, I finally understood what being an American was all about and why this song was chosen. Finally, as the overhead camera panned above the Flag and showed all those in attendance, all the labels were gone, all the various identities, Male, Female, black, white, immigrant, native, gay, straight. I saw just one identity that afternoon, American. Hey Matt Kostbade, This American doesn't mind if you cheer during the Anthem. If that's the "Chicago Way" I'm in, because y'all get it too.

[@thediesel4910]

Cornelison is simply the best! Brings chills throughout my entire body!

[@timbartschwolfman]

Everytime this man sings the National Anthem in Chicago you must Cheer

[@sixfeetontop]

THAT GUY'S A BEAST.

[@tarheelredbone43]

The absolute best rendition of the National Anthem I have ever heard. It gives me chills and makes me tear up at the same time. Absolutely awesome

[@JPMcCree]

Nice mark of respect to your fallen. From the UK.

[@johnvincent7566]

Jim is a good friend of mine and as a professional singer myself i have to say no one does the Anthem better then Jim. He is a great friend, a great person and an incredible talent.

[@willcornelison4197]

cool

[@douglasnaugle6212]

Earth shattering renditions every time!

[@bethanief6701]

So beautiful ❤

[@coryloft8447]

he sings the national anthem at hawks games. Chicago takes pride in him and cheering/applauding during the anthem when he sings. if you think it's disrespectful I recommend going to a hawks game and experiencing it for yourself. it is amazing. I love my country and I proudly clap and cheer during the national anthem when this beautiful person is singing it. :)

[@ImSpun13]

Best National Anthem EVER! #USA

[@integrityinvestigations]

Worthy of those who have laid down their lives in the service of this country. I would never have thought it appropriate to applause during the national anthem, but in this case, it is right on. Awesome.

[@ChristopherPausz]

This was awesome! I put it in the same class as Marvyn Gaye singing the anthem at the 1983 NBA All-Star game. Powerful stuff

[@kaoticphoto]

That man has one hell of a voice. He make the anthem come to life. He is the voice of the City of Chicago

[@vincentbondietti6931]

Meet the REAL BIG GUY...GOD BLESS AMERICA 🇺🇸 🦅💪

[@joeyfiorito143]

This is how it's meant to be sung. Well done

[@debrabarrick1368]

Cheers and tears for the Patriotism of the greatest nation that has ever existed.

[@norbrad]

As a St Louisan and Blues fan I can honestly say this is the only thing I like about the Blackhawks. The anthem with Mr Cornelison is the best in the country, bar none. Thrilled that he will be back at Indy again this year for Back Home in Indiana.

[@jordangreenberg316]

Why would anybody dislike this? Seriously y?

[@M1ke1997]

In my opinion, the ONLY ones who dislike this are CRYBABY DEMS/LIBS, who couldn't sing on their WORSE DAY!

[@RocketRay]

I'm a crybaby snowflake lib, and I feel this is the *only* way the Banner should be sung.

[@dbn52]

I am as liberal as they come. This is the right way to do the anthem. It is the way it is done every home game for our beloved hockey team.(Way louder in the United Center) This is not a conservative/liberal thing it is a CHICAGO thing.

[@ash_lucario_ship183]

Maybe it's the video quality or they just don't like the cheering

[@linboatwright]

That's how you sing the NA. Every time it's meaningful that guy should sing it. Period.

[@jackdull5699]

Best rendition of national anthem hands down!

[@EBAGTheGreat]

this is america, this is our game, this is football

[@mikeel3742]

This guy is the best I’ve ever heard.

[@isabellaalove26]

Damn this guy can sing!

[@kinger982]

I like to see this in Chicago for a future Super Bowl like the 60th or 61st one

[@imalammman]

Absolutely amazing!!!!!

[@bgreene1826]

That was awesome!!!!!!! God bless America........There I said it

[@mspersons]

Goosebumps. So awesome.

[@joeeverett364]

Spectacular!!!!

[@bigjames02]

@MrHothead20 Chicago is famous for that....look up more of Cornelison's anthems from Chicago Blackhawk games. The crowd cheers right through it, and I love every minute of it!

[@BUSean]

Beautifully understated.

[@jreary43]

wow! amazing! God bless America!

[@MrJones-li9kr]

This guy needs to be the NFL's official Anthem singer.....!!!!

[@charlescarpenter2244]

Love that guy!

[@primetimetaco]

That was great!

[@DTCigarFather]

@chitownchill you have a great memory .. so true!

[@westernman7032]

Happy Independence Day!!

[@vinnytesla9731]

beast vocalist

[@M1ke1997]

He has picked up in Chicago where Wayne Messmer left off! If ANYONE sings the anthem in Houston next February, IT SHOULD BE JIM CORNELISON!

[@jrg1948]

WOW! That's the way it's supposed to be sung!

[@CadillacFrank]

I hope Jim is singing the anthem at today's opener

[@NDStache11]

Best anthem singer in the league

[@DTCigarFather]

@clwelle It was very moving indeed!

[@jimbob2629]

This is the single reason why I am still a bears fan....

[@KevKo-gy4nd]

Best ever

[@bdiddy2951]

Never forget

[@JackHawk78]

The absolute Standard

[@DTCigarFather]

@kaoticphoto The "Windy City" never sounded so good!

[@DTCigarFather]

@bgreene1826 God Bless America .. I said it too!! ☺

[@TheApocalypseLive]

This is how it should be sung.

[@reddrickrichter1173]

2:31-2:32, Merica!!

[@aureliorodriguez2724]

He has to do at least one super bowl before he retires if he hasn't done it yet.

[@LegendMathai]

The Master

[@kcjustice08]

The poor falcons didn't have a chance after he sang that song like this! NOT A CHANCE!

[@chishredfilms]

i was there, NBD

[@DTCigarFather]

@jrg1948 I feel you! ☺

[@dragonfire3102]

Lungs of steel bad ass!

[@wantansoup1]

They do the same thing for the blackhawks lol

[@weissmania21]

this is as cool as it gets. Go vikes!

[@kudasaidozo]

Cheering for Jim during the anthem is a Chicago thing; no disrespect intended.

[@scottstortzum6951]

+kudasaidozo you do realize that cheering during the anthem predates Jim right? they always did it at the old Chicago Stadium before Blackhawks games - well before Jim started signing it

[@paullyzun5745]

Cheering for the anthem began about 34 years ago.

[@DTCigarFather]

@mspersons same here!

[@DTCigarFather]

@aryamehr1974 very well said! ☺

[@tomservo75]

This actually got 8 dislikes? Six of them from Kaepernick, so that doesn't count.

[@dbn52]

No they are from brain dead right wing nut who thinks we in Chicago are disrespectful.

[@imkilgortrout]

At 1:44 a Fire Fighter is seriously checking his phone. WTF?!?

[@thetruefistofthenort]

📍Chicago

[@billy1992ism]

fucking epic

[@tomservo75]

It's not the same without Pellico.

[@jacktsang1201]

Funny how the rugby fans did not fully apperciate this.

[@alexmorales1419]

The song is not even over yet why would the crowd already cheer on him?

[@goatency8745]

Chicago tradition. They cheer the entire anthem. Back in I wanna say it was the gulf war Blackhawks games were streamed to solders on deployment. Cheering during the anthem was the fans way to thank the troops. And it’s stuck ever since

[@tomservo75]

Back when NFL players at least pretended to care about our country.

[@phoneguytim8231]

He sounded flat in a couple of places there. Maybe he didn't have a monitor to hear himself.

[@jovanss2361]

This dude is so extra