Star Swain sings "The National Anthem" live at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. 6/16/16

Star Swain sings "The National Anthem" live at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, D.C. 6/16/16

[@shansra11]

Props to the lady in the back at 2:14 for calling the high note.

[@boricuaboy4e]

YASSSS!!! I saw that finger go ☝🏽️(up) and LOL'd at her! But I did it too!! 😂

[@MISTERQCUE]

....caught that too!

[@winwinvillarias2473]

I guess, she is a music instructor.

[@deliciabarnett6821]

I can’t unsee this now lol

[@Onlyone-m6f]

Lol right, she put her purse down and pointed ☝ right on time too haha.

[@roxyd99]

If that doesn't invoke a sense of pride and patriotism in every American, I just don't know. One of the most beautiful renditions I've ever heard.

[@Luluhicky]

Roxanne DeLaune I’m British and I loved this

[@justjustice8968]

I'm from Ukraine, and I learned this anthem while staying here for 3 years. I'm surprised that many of my friends (Americans) don't know this amazing anthem...

[@fabricioJiuJitsu]

Respect ✊🏾 from Brazil

[@shosaleen]

One of? She crushed everyone

[@joshuacamp6447]

Man, and to think some stupid liberal idiots won't stand for the flag!!! Thank God Brittany Griner won't have to hear this for the next, let's say nine years!!

[@wayneco]

I got chills, then tears watching her sing that, there on sacred ground. What a beautiful way to be reminded we are American.

[@mach6893]

Abe would have been proud of her.

[@TheRoom2Breathe]

Ryte...

[@eetsman3683]

wayneco yee has buster

[@matthewjasek815]

I agree

[@Inbeatswetrust]

I would like to pay her for a feature Greengoodtimes@gmail

[@TheWarriorSongProject]

you made me cry, lady. thank you.

[@journeyhomewithballori]

Me too

[@patriciamalloy9922]

She made me cry too, and l'm a Canadian!

[@ddee6683]

I cried like a baby!

[@CleverGirlsCraft]

What a beautiful voice, you brought tears to my eyes!!

[@theknob1]

Sorry No. Whitney Houston was and is the best of all time.

[@iveywebb]

+theknob1 facts lol but this lady is now #2 on my list

[@passion4posh]

We all know Whitney's was the best.But she's professional.This girl SANG that song give her props.

[@christracy99]

No disrespect to Whitney's because yes it was amazing. With that said... Whitney's version was lip synced to a studio recording... not because she couldn't do it live but the NFL did not want to take any chances. This version is SO raw and emotional and totally impromptu. The people there witnessed something amazing. Can you imagine if she sang this at a huge event with all the proper equipment?!? It'd be EPIC

[@theknob1]

DefMooseStudios That is a LIE about Whitney's performance. There is a whole video on her and how it came together. Wow....the level people go to for their 15 minutes. Get a life.

[@DOCBYRD1]

You have a beautiful voice & listening to you sing the The National Anthem actually made me tear up with pride & passion. As a disabled combat veteran from the US Army it was a honor to hear you sing.

[@rinscon8455]

DOCBYRD1 agreed, and perhaps the perfect place to perform this amazing hymn. It’s ever so heartening to see the people present at the memorial turning to see this amazing woman sing the national anthem. This was truly an amazing performance!

[@Juanygirl]

Thank you for your service

[@askchristen]

Docbyrd1 thanks for your service

[@SMELONe]

Moorish tears...hoorah

[@TheRoom2Breathe]

So did I...had 2 grab my mil KFC napkin from lunch...

[@ladyleniece2837]

He said the key words - " Watch God Do It" and he did. She's singing everywhere!!! Social media can work for the good!!

[@vancen.miller1257]

... At the mouth of two or more witnesses. This was my Facebook post: Like the man recording this video said, “Start singing and let the Lord do the rest.” Father God above has given this lady a wonderful set of pipes to bring Him glory. Bless you dear lady and blessings to the man that encourages this lady to glorify God in the manner that was done.

[@ChristinaMuriel]

Everytime I watch this I get goosebumps and tear up! Such an amazing voice !

[@seanphillips7766]

Amazing, I actually started to tear up, just beautiful

[@johnd3721]

You and me both

[@pintsizedinFluence]

Same. Happy to know it wasn't just me in tears. LOL!

[@luisapena4749]

Exactly! I thought I was just overreacting when I got teary-eyed! She's awesome!

[@rogerg0834]

Yep! It was amazing, I could feel her emotion through the screen. Loved it!

[@User2718218]

Even with its imperfections and problems, the greatest country in the history of the world, ever.

[@KPnDC]

Jesus yes. I'm crying in the back of a cab. Amazing job.

[@KamelleBlount]

Y crying?

[@alexanderruiz8879]

+mzdivalicious20 God's z spirit of love and hope is why.

[@iveywebb]

+Alexander Ruiz FACTS

[@MontyGumby]

LOL

[@KamelleBlount]

+Cherubino lol

[@cobyheard4402]

OMG THE RANGE AND VOCALS THE CREATIVITY. BEST SINCE WHITNEY HOUSTON'S BUT WITHOUT ANY ORCHESTRA PLAYING LADY YOU DID THAT . ITS ALL YOU

[@beverlyknecht7051]

Why she hasn't sang this at the superbowl, I just don't understand!!!! That voice wow, no words!!!❤❤❤

[@veriteri32]

Hands down- THE BEST version I ever heard

[@Kris10faulk]

They should contract her to sing it at every Super Bowl. We would never be disappointed by the mockery these “stars” have made of it. Let a real Star (literally, lol) sing it! 🇺🇸

[@delmikotaylor]

I watched this over and over on Facebook your voice is anointed by God. You started singing and your anointing commanded everybody's attention. From a US Navy Veteran I thank you for your powerful rendition and God getting ready to use. Stay humble and I'm praying for you and your family.

[@iveywebb]

aww u PREACHIN. Definitely the Anointing

[@ernestpena5391]

Delmiko Taylor Man I get goosebumps because of God that gave us beautiful preaching song for are country

[@vancen.miller1257]

Yes, to God be the glory! Amen!

[@jasonboechler1842]

She is 100x better then any pop star trying to wreck it.... pure gold this was!!! God bless the USA and you and your family. 💜

[@caribbeangem6929]

Facts!!!!! Yes she is!

[@jonathanstephens3422]

Lol this was a beautiful rendition but nothing tops there POP star who captivated an entire world with their rendition and that’s the ethereal Whitney Houston.

[@taylove364]

The way she sung "free" gave me chills...we are all one!

[@ji1333]

After watching today’s inauguration, I had to come back and rewatch this rendition of our National Anthem. How this song was sung, with such deep conviction and humility - how could one not get choked up? ❤️🇺🇸

[@joshuacamp6447]

How can you be patriotic and be for biden.... this doesn't make sense. He's DESTROYING America.

[@stacyh1271]

Why did i shed a tear...

[@brainybrownchic1919]

because we people of color sing it better than anyone..and don't get any respect....it's bitter sweet....

[@117spartansoldier]

+Brainy BrownChic people like you that still go on about color are annoying as fuck my parents are Greek and Spaniard and my family hates how racist everyone is here. No one cares what color you are get over it were all the same

[@lyndadee4366]

Me too, And I'm not even American haha, beautiful anthem and amazing rendition.

[@MaPurc]

Because she sang it from her heart as a proud American.

[@stacyh1271]

+Miranda Mona lol wow

[@judytaggerty6108]

Beautiful voice, Beautiful young lady. God Bless her 100 Fold. Made Lincoln and all Americans Proud! Thank you.

[@kindechoes]

agreed...and the best place of all to sing our anthem....Lincolns 'house'.....it was beautiful, appropriate and made me cry....

[@HypothermicCrab]

Lincoln was a white supremacist so I'm not sure how proud it made him...

[@jarvisfamily3837]

And yet - isn't it odd how life works? - someone who may (or may not - I never talked to Abe about it - betting you didn't either :-) have held some awful opinions still did the right thing?

[@MsDee-xc8uc]

Judy Taggerty Woooow!!!

[@jimmiemettersii6272]

100% the most beautiful rendition of the song I've ever heard.

[@katepaige8160]

She had the attention of everyone in that place. Amazing voice.

[@TstormVA2012]

WOW! I think Whitney Houston just rolled over in her grave. That was moving!!!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Whitney's voice was a lot thinner. This young lady is right up there with Bonnie Bramlett and Mahalia Jackson. Raw power.

[@MrWalnut1967]

truly awesome WOW !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Tim Keller Kind of restores your faith in America, doesn't it? Just when it starts to slip away...

[@neonsparky]

Kind of restored my faith in America until I read the ignorant comments some people left about this video. Sad, sad.

[@LeonAllanDavis]

neonsparky Ignore the knucklehead trolls. Most of them are vaping K2 or some nasty shit. Or they're just mentally unbalanced.

[@TheTechNopal]

I'm 4 years late, but from a former Marine. You brought tears to my eyes. Couldn't let them drop, but amazing. Just amazing.

[@ariya..143.shuji.65]

You got this Veteran standing up in his bedroom, hand over heart. You are blessed, and you have blessed us by sharing that awesome gift. Thank you, thank you thank you.

[@michaeldevin4809]

Even after 5 years/ when this first post and I commented on it , it still brings a tear to my eyes and moves my soul. What a power house vocalist and a gift of god she has!! No questions asked nor said!! The vocals told the story and “ Folks” stopped in their tracks to hear it. Thank you again.

[@johnrv501]

Beautiful Job Star! Brought me to tears too!!

[@speedyflygirl3107]

Me too!

[@MaPurc]

Me too and I don't cry. :)

[@alexanderruiz8879]

+Mark P that's cool man. Jesus loves you

[@loveme9499]

I cant stop watching this, this was so beautiful and Legendary! Thank you for this 💕

[@krwoods125]

That was AMAZING!! No one can sing in a room like that (acoustic) without RAW TALENT and lady, you've got it. My goosebumps had goosebumps!! i can't wait to see what God does for you :)

[@iveywebb]

FACTS

[@locole2915]

I like how she started off low and blew it up and really nailed it

[@CandieFlavuhs]

I've watched this probably over twenty times and I STILL get chills! The way she silenced this crowd was beyond incredible! I love how mama with the pink knotted shirt and black cap put her purse down as she came to the end... she was PREPARING herself to clap! LOL!

[@cynthiajokela7773]

That was wonderful! What an appropriate place to sing our national anthem, in the memorial of the man who held it together.

[@jaronf4075]

Wow

[@alexrex20]

you really don't have a clue about Lincoln lol

[@HeyItsPM]

what do you mean?

[@tracypope4958]

+p ma Lincoln planed on sending all blacks back home, either to Africa, or the islands. Where ever they were descendent from. But then Both shot him.

[@jesslovesrammstein]

Beautiful voice, girl! Brought tears to my eyes...and I'm Canadian!

[@bjkl9936]

haha me too😂

[@NorthEastLowrider4lyfe]

This is litterally the only time i got goose bumps from hearing the National Anthem performed. You're truly Gifted and Blessed.

[@BR549DBH]

That was great. I definitely love how black women sing. Especially like that. Outstanding!!!!! I got goosebumps.

[@clothilde1623]

This is...incredible. A passionate, impromptu performance by a lady with a quite phenomenal voice. The setting of Lincoln's Memorial is extremely poignant given his legacy, particularly the emancipation of African American slaves. When Star sang "the land of the free" I quite unexpectedly dissolved into tears and found it difficult to catch my breath. I must point out that 1) I am not emotionally incontinent and _very_ rarely cry at music, and 2) I am not even American. This performance moves me deeply because it somehow captures the triumphant and indomitable human spirit. It is very beautiful. I like to think that somewhere, somehow, Abe heard this and smiled. Star, your name is very appropriate! Thank you for being brave enough to sing when you were clearly afraid. You have a great talent and a true gift. Thank you also to the gent who thoughtfully captured this on camera. I only wish I had been there. Peace, love and much respect from Scotland, UK. 😊

[@christracy99]

Amen! Great post @Cloud =)

[@alexanderruiz8879]

You cried because you felt Gods Holy Spirit. The line you liked is inspired by scripture. Jesus said I came to set the captives free. God bless

[@HypothermicCrab]

Lincoln was a white supremacist

[@HypothermicCrab]

+yael RA And what does that have to do with him being a white supremacist?

[@HypothermicCrab]

+yael RA did you read my comment? He literally said black people are inherently inferior to white people, that's the literal definition of a white supremacist. This speech is easily accessible on the Internet and in multiple books I'm not going to hold your fucking hand. Lincoln wanted slavery to end because he didn't think the union could survive divided with slave states and free states and because white labor couldn't compete with slave labor and it gave the south too much economic and political power, but he was still a racist white supremacist just like most white northerners who were against slavery. You clearly don't have a clue what your talking about.

[@yoyo-hp4hk]

loved it. look how many strangers she was able to unite just to hear her beautiful voice!!!!

[@LifeBuzzN]

Girl......you NAILED it. Thank You!!!

[@disoriented1]

that an African American woman could sing this...with this much evident feeling and love of a nation that has so often not loved her....what can I say?..I'm a WASP male..my comments matter little..her voice is triumphant....

[@scorpiogirl39]

This is the reason that everyone was moved to tears. Because we ALL know that she is the great great grandaughter of slaves and she sang with honesty and conviction.

[@airrekjaymes6375]

When a person sings and their lip quivers, they are feeling something real.

[@aircoolguy5218]

scorpiogirl39 add a little bit more greats

[@WilsonEatsASMR]

WOW!!!!! the best since Whitney and this was LIVE!

[@lesliediane6693]

This is without a doubt my favorite rendition of this song. Every time something bad happens, like the Vegas shootings, I play this and it gives me hope. I've listened to it about 100 times. God bless you❤

[@figuringthingsout8080]

Wow. THIS is what America is about. Absolutely stunning. I have no words to describe how that moved me.

[@shosaleen]

What it "should" be about

[@jumpa01]

No matter how many times I listen to this it brings tears to my eyes and chills down my spine This woman is incredible she has the spirits of many in her voice & I have a feeling she was just getting warmed up at the end of that beautiful anthem . You moved me in my soul

[@antoinec7810]

preach

[@ChrisBrown-wk4qt]

I'm a grown ass man and this makes me tear up. Such a beautiful vioce.

[@dani3lru1z]

"Watch God do it" I remember watching this when she first did it and here I am again. Beautiful voice.

[@DaveBo270]

Beautiful woman and beautiful voice. Would love to have been there to hear it.

[@JourneyToTheTruthandTR]

I served in the USMC. It brought a few tears to my eyes. Thank you!

[@dbizzle1980ify]

for the three people that didn't like this queen singing (SLAP YO SELF)... LOL awesome job great Voice... stay blessed

[@iveywebb]

then turn the other cheek & slap yoself again lol

[@dbizzle1980ify]

+iveywebb LoL 😂😂😂

[@dbizzle1980ify]

+iveywebb LoL 😂😂😂

[@dbizzle1980ify]

+iveywebb LoL 😂😂😂

[@PackOProofPudding]

Those three people are probably the three Chinese tourist who were the ONLY people who didn't applaud at the end of her singing the NA. lol

[@jmwjr1]

Absolutely amazing voice! I listened to this probably 15 times back 2 back and cried each time. I can’t even explain why what or how!!!!! A voice like that!!!! How could there be any thumbs down for this!???

[@Big.Bore.B]

Years later and I still get chills! Beautiful and soulful voice Ms. Swain 💐

[@jonasmccabe9204]

This brought tears to my eyes. May God bless you all. And May God bless America. Thank you very much.

[@xc_4x4]

I always get teary eyed when I hear someone sing the greatest song the world has ever known. I love this country and God bless this woman for singing its legacy so beautifully 🇺🇲🇺🇲

[@maril1570]

Watching this again 4 years later. Not only because her beautiful voice commanded that room but because of the American spirit that is felt throughout which is so desperately needed in our current time. God bless her and God bless the United States of America.

[@silentshadow7625]

I drove around my home town playing this song with your voice 😢 and I will probably never see as many tears as I saw that day! July 4th 1776.. our nation's birthday God bless you 😢

[@StarSwain]

silentshadow762 Wow, thank you so much! God bless you too and God bless America!

[@UnBroken11100]

This lady knows the difference between singing and praying through song. Amazing!

[@vancen.miller1257]

Amen, Spiritual Warfare!!!!!!!

[@ceecee8809]

wish I was there gave me chills!!!!! then she's beautiful aw shucks....😙😙😙😙

[@lmoree00]

Absolutely gorgeous chocolate woman.

[@jackio46]

One of the best rendition of the song that I have ever heard..inspiring.

[@time2ryse270]

WHO HERE IN 2024!!!! I RANK YOU UP THERE WITH WHITNEY HOUSTON AS ONE OF MY FAVORITE TO EVER SING THAT SONG❤❤😊😊🎉

[@brandeeallen3583]

I have never cried while listening to the National Anthem, but ma'am you touched my heart with you beautiful voice. left me speechless. thank you

[@dellapearl]

Still gives me goose bumps!

[@slipknotgurl69]

Wow!!! That was beautiful wow!! Got chills an tears girl!! God bless America

[@JM-rr7mr]

Thank you so much....whenever I visit the Lincoln Memorial I will remember you sweetie!!!

[@shalyntripp5583]

I remember this!! I was looking up the anthem to play for my kids and I saw this and I was like hey I was there. She has such an amazing voice. My god continue to bless this country and my we forever be free!! Keep singing you have a beautiful gift!!

[@tiffanyfranklin8574]

All great things are on the other side of fear !! You did amazing .. Watched on repeat, cried every time !! Thank you for these tears ..

[@maureenmcclain]

What an inspiration you are. You have a beautiful voice, a beautiful soul, and a beautiful spirit...and you gave all the glory to God. Peace be with you on our Nation's birthday Mrs. Swain, you make me proud to be an American.

[@kennethmeeker6369]

2023 and this song is needed more than ever , beautiful!

[@renaldopoitier9630]

every time i listen i get teary that was awsomeeeeee

[@MrJellybean70]

She’s amazing voice.

[@g-mawof5310]

#2023 And I’m still getting teary eyed listening to this Beautiful Soul!

[@kelvaaz6946]

Beautiful voice!! You just feel the words. This is my favorite of her performances.

[@nickelsig229]

Thanks for the eyeball shower....Beautiful and proud

[@davidhall5520]

I just watched the all star game national anthem..had to come here and listen to you again..whew I'm whole again!..❤

[@destinyk3612]

The most beautiful rendition I’ve ever heard. Came back to this to show my mom. Made her cry.

[@laenaszone]

I can't stop watching this video. Two things to notice.. One is how quiet it got in there and two the two young kids in the back at the end were the only ones to cover their hearts. Well done young people.

[@jadathurman7380]

I saw the young kids. Good job kids.

[@oceansoflorewi]

Still the very best national anthem piece in absolute existence - the location - echoing - spontaneity - the gifted voice and passion - shocked onlookers. Absolute MASTERPIECE.

[@ShaiSaidd]

First time I've ever cried hearing this being sung! This was beaaaautiful !

[@vabch82]

I know I’m late responding, but her voice is dynamic and has the horsepower to back it up!! Cheers and god bless America🍻🇺🇸

[@LeonAllanDavis]

Extraordinary. Just fantastic. It takes some real chops to sing the American anthem. Some people can do it, but extremely few can perform it this well. Top 1/2 of 1%.

[@fox2102]

You want to change the world... this is how you start

[@lincolnlanier8596]

then i shall do it in 13 or somethign years when my vocie is not cringey.

[@backwoodsgirl8519]

Cant tell you how many times I've shared this in the past 7 years. Always brings tears to my eyes. Proud daughter of a US Navy Frogman/Navy Seal! BTW this is the best rendition of TSSB I've ever heard!

[@kateandco3589]

Wonderful! Made me miss my son who's away on military training! You sing our National Anthem with grace & depth, it brought tears to my eyes. God Bless!

[@billy_h_bonney2097]

I am an disabled combat vet. Your rendition brought me to tears. Thank you so much for going through with it and allowing it to be recorded. Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU!!!

[@patriciamalloy9922]

I'm Canadian and you just brought me to tears young lady!

[@ElvaGay]

WOW!!! Just WOW!!! Dear lady, you are a blessing to America.

[@mickirodriguez3397]

Something about a soul singers...I could listen to them all day.

[@vancen.miller1257]

She sang while under the inspiration of the Holy Spirit. Nothing can invoke such passion as the Spirit of the Living God.

[@Lanaman400]

Why does that anthem “ smack” me in the throat when I hear a blessed voice sing it? Where the tissues at!!!!

[@kelvaaz6946]

I’ve watched this for years. Each time it gives me goosebumps. I love her raw voice, the depths & emotions are heard and felt.

[@ronjohnson6508]

Its been almost 2 years since I first saw this, and its still awesome. Occasionally there comes a moment in time, a special moment, at a special place where everything just comes together that leaves a lasting impression. Whitney did it in 1991at the end of the gulf war...her rendition of the star spangled banner is considered the best. Not only because she sung it flawlessly, but it lifted a whole nation and was an unforgettable American moment. G star swain has done the same.

[@jeddyhi]

Definitely touches that patriotic spirit. She made me feel American pride.

[@aprilgallegos7550]

Brings me to tears! Best singing ever heard for the national anthem

[@alfonsonation]

I don’t usually cry....this broke me. The beauty of America overwhelms me. Such a beautiful voice! Right before Lincoln’s memorial. He would be so proud! 🇺🇸❤️

[@Colorcrayons]

Amazing, Miss Swain. Absolutely stunning. Thank you.

[@shosaleen]

This is my favorite video of any person singing anything! She's straight awesome

[@great9800]

I teared up. beautiful 🇺🇸

[@mkpersad]

The raw talent and beauty of her voice filled my spirit with joy and brought tears to my eyes.

[@kevingreen8622]

This years later and still bring tears to my eyes and goosebumps want he do it god

[@lm3753]

I salute you Ms.Star for singing your National Anthem and I’m so proud of you 👍👍👍

[@Analisa416]

Awesome and anointed , not since Whitney Houston have I heard someone sing this with this much passion. Lovely. God Bless you.

[@4fritschl]

God is so gloified through your singing. Praise Him! I love your voice. I also saw your story on national TV and pray that God will use you for His purpose in this nation at a time such as this!

[@OutdoorsWithPaige]

What an amazing voice. This gives me goosebumps. Awesome job!

[@Bucky916]

Star, This is my favorite version of our National Anthem! Thank You for sharing your beautiful voice with us !

[@ThriftDiving]

You go, girl! I just shared this on my Facebook page because your voice is amazing! Don't you love with social media can do to discover talent?! Glad your brother/friend recorded it, because otherwise, your fear may not have ever introduced the world to what you have to offer. Well done!!!

[@lberger100]

I cannot watch this and not just crying like a baby. Beautiful woman, beautifully sung, a lovely tribute in the Lincoln Memorial. I love that it's just done spontaneously, and the crowds start to clue in and come around. Beautiful.