The Cactus Cuties sing The National Anthem Original Video

The much requested studio recording of The Cactus Cuties singing our National Anthem, The Star Spangled Banner, is now available for downloading from Cdbaby and Itunes. The Cactus Cuties, thecactuscuties.com, range in age from 8 to 13. The group is named for the Cactus Theater in Lubbock, Texas and they are coached by Cami Caldwell.

[@southernpaths2986]

It is now almost 2022 and this is STILL the best rendition I’ve ever heard.

[@ajfedor]

I like to stop in here every so often just to listen and get totally blown away AGAIN. Wow!

[@thefreshprinceofbel-air3210]

Same!!

[@deckiedeckie]

yo tambien!!

[@sandugaldu]

Me too!

[@_spacemonkey_7079]

Just heard Fergie's butchering of it and HAD to come here.

[@joycemckennon]

A.J. Fedor me too!

[@progame-do8ji]

BETTER THAN ANY CELEBRITY EVER

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

I would agree with only one exception. I saw this video years ago and it's always been my favorite. Superbowl 34 featuring Faith Hill. kzbin.info/www/bejne/m4ane6ylns9oe5Y

[@BeyondInvestigation]

The harmonizing is almost painfully perfect...

[@bosox2029]

I know this game was played in 2008 but this is still today the best rendition of my Nations Anthem I have ever heard.

[@Tonetwisters]

Yes. And check out Anna Christine's version. Incredible, as well.

[@anonymous-td1hu]

The very best ever. These girls were excellent .

[@textingstoryyoutubechannel7831]

bosox2029 ikr

[@jnels2007]

Its one of the best examples of Texas country acapella in my opinion as well

[@yazzydevine9271]

Same

[@harris61571]

The discipline in the pitch of their voices on notes. Whoever taught these ladies is on point. Still the best rendition of the national anthem and its 2019. The melody and harmonization my goodness.

[@kenbrownfield6584]

Cami Caldwell

[@amycrunch3812]

​@@kenbrownfield6584 She put diminished chords in there. The work she put into that.

[@TheTruthAintInYa]

After EnVogue, Destiny’s Child, and then The Cactus Cuties 🙂

[@shaylabaylamarie9111]

that extra high note "free" SO BEAUTIFUL they did awesome!

[@jojosiwafanforlife9601]

Marina Santana Madeline did that

[@robertomurri1278]

Which one is which? They all look like sisters

[@shawngaming5683]

Nelson Murillo Madeline is all the way at the end on the right hand side

[@nanceesatit]

Best version of the SSB ever. Now I am spoiled. Any Anthem rendition failing to hit the same High Note on 'Free' is a disappointment.

[@Tonetwisters]

I call it, a "jump octave." Pretty sure the lead singer in the middle, Baylee, hit that. At first, thought the little peanut on the far right did; but she was already singing the 5th, and too high ... the octave was off of the melody, not the harmony.

[@linguasardonica]

All these years later, this rendition still gives me goosebumps. Ladies, thank you for this.

[@lydiastirling1734]

Absolutely stunning!! I'm not even American but I felt proud

[@no1fanist]

true

[@aircoolguy5218]

:)

[@felipearaiza2903]

That harmonious singing was beautiful

[@eddarby469]

The harmony that begins about 0:50 is special, particularly for these voices. I would put this performance in my top five choices, and I have listened to many many different performances of the SSB.

[@taygrafra527]

This gave me chills no joke

[@deckiedeckie]

I said it, and I say it again....The best rendition of the Star Spangled Banner , I 'ver heard!

[@juliusmyhr1835]

Deckie Deckie I 've listened to the National anthem for 80 years now. I prefer these girls rendition!

[@deckiedeckie]

Not 80 here; but around 50 (born in Spain)....and never liked the Amerikan custom of use the mercenary hollywood hordes for something as serious as the national Anthem ...rather listen to an every day Joe/Jane sing it perhaps not as flashy, but with his /her heart in his /her hand, than to some famous BSer who charges abundle and don't give a fuck! These girls are ....TOPS!!

[@KCandFriendsUSA]

However, nothing could stop the Hillary’s America version!

[@kathrynwhitbeck9798]

Have you heard Stravinsky’s?

[@williamcarroll2231]

Me too!

[@user-gf6kg1xg2t]

I am a Japanese, but I love this melody and harmony.

[@NelsonClick]

Arigato anni mas. Japanese friend.

[@ShortBus1961]

If this version does not move you, you have no soul.

[@mariammenteshashvili4298]

so if someone didnt like this version they have no soul?😤

[@lucyj4304]

That or they are You-Know-Who.

[@lachlanb2943]

That gave me goosebumps and I'm not even American!

[@michaelsjimenez]

I'm an American. Half American,and Philippine and Spanish Hola Amigas and amigos

[@oakvillecenter904]

same u canadian? :)

[@lachlanb2943]

I'm Australian

[@killlamas57]

You have to be American to like music?

[@lachlanb2943]

+Shady Tyrell. It's hardly just about music.

[@darrenyoung9737]

Wow! Not at all what I expected. Superbowl worthy.

[@sheep6981]

This comment did NOT age well xD

[@Ardenwolfe]

Ten years later, I still believe this is the best rendition I've ever heard. Chills.

[@paperartworkswithdakotarog8511]

Those of you who gave a thumbs down to this ... move, get out of MY country...find one you actually like.

[@egtucker77]

Every time. EVERY TIME. This gives me goosebumps. Bravo young ladies.

[@THomasJPeel]

I play it every night before I shut down my computer for the night, just like old (pre cable) days when TV stations signed off for the night! Proud be an American!

[@usmcbrat2]

I've been back here many times in the last 13 years. Still as good an anthem as I have ever heard.

[@2011whack]

They smashed it....never heard a better version than this. Its years now and it still brings a tear to my eyes.

[@Tonetwisters]

THE best version of The Star Spangled Banner I have ever heard. These precious Cuties are not only dead on each note and on their timing, they are absolutely adorable to watch. I love it when the little peanut on the far right (who nails all those high harmony parts) is about to do her thing, and her bigger mic mate backs up a bit, because she knows she's about to be blasted! What a great country this is, that produces wonderful wonderment such as this. I am so thankful this was recorded for me and others to awe over, over and over again. Thank you.

[@sage7846]

+Tonetwisters It was recorded to show their family and friends actually.

[@Tonetwisters]

... I'm so glad it was, because we all get to enjoy it!!

[@jojosiwafanforlife9601]

Tonetwisters her name is Madeline BUT I AGREE

[@Tonetwisters]

@@jojosiwafanforlife9601 She was still a "peanut" ... and thanks!

[@artisticlunatic]

I'm not American, however, I shed a tear every time I listen to their rendition. Love the last part most especially...(bra-a-a-ve)...:)

[@billyramsey3868]

Even 10yrs. later,I still haven't heard The National Anthem sung better.

[@flyingmonkeystunts9730]

Stopping back in 2021 and this is still the best live performance of our National Anthem.

[@lararomont8348]

watching again nearly 9 years later

[@departurestall]

After all the controversy over pro ball players protesting the National Anthem...I come back back here to se how It should be done. Five little girls stunned an audience of Roddy college kids and alumni into silence for an incredible rendition of our anthem. At the end the crowd erupted into a huge cheer!

[@MasterMark915]

I can’t tell you HOW many times I’ve watched this video. What I will tell you is that each and every time she hits that high note towards the end. I get chills.

[@David_7171]

Still the best ever

[@seanoneil4354]

Beautiful. Served with USMC infrantry in first Gulf War, brought me to tears, first time in 25 yrs. Sorry, I'm a different breed. These girls made my day.

[@themeanvirgo]

I wish they were still around :(

[@ENn0ble]

Best rendition I've ever heard

[@rondickey2003]

The best I've ever heard

[@RavishingApparition]

These girls have the best natural harmonies I have ever heard in my entire life. Perfect pitch and spot on key!

[@MrCeodad96]

I get cold chills every single time I hear this!!

[@chloeshong]

It has almost been 7 years since the video was uploaded and I'm still impressed :)

[@Baridan]

Congratulations to Cami Caldwell for your superb coaching of these sweethearts. It is, most importantly, our National anthem and should be presented this way (with a minimum of embellishments), and the diction was absolutely perfect.

[@kenbrownfield6584]

Yes Cami, you did an EXCELLENT job with these girls !!!

[@aaronboofache4814]

This makes me even more proud to be from Texas.

[@explorepikespeak]

Simply a classic. Thank you, girls.

[@jsandusky6981]

An extraordinary performance...and America noticed!

[@chickenjo23]

You could hear a pin drop in that arena. Absolutly stunning!!

[@Fox1nDen]

their perfect pitch gives me chills every time.

[@alexlorenz8546]

This is probably the best rendition of the national anthem I've heard, they are beautiful singers, it almost brought a year to my eye

[@jimgahn9188]

You meant tear

[@manueljr.6792]

That was so beautiful

[@maxbusing4670]

Performances like this come around only once in a lifetime. When I get to close down our radio station for the night, this is the last song I always play.

[@anjelocarey]

prolly seen this over 50 times and i never get tired of it! best harmony ever and that run in the last word "brave" gives me chills everytime!!!!!

[@chrishuddleston6722]

Simply never has it been done better. Never.

[@180bidder]

That’s class.

[@laytonlestat2002]

The best ever omg !!!¡!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I get the chillz every time!!!!

[@supersonicfan1816]

The chills are running down my spine, my words can't even begin to describe how wonderful and moving the cactus cuties made this song!

[@DanielDeRudder]

Amazing close harmony !

[@zxad.e2760]

Daniel De Rudder ofI know right there amazing

[@msstaffo2010]

This is one of the most beautiful vocal performances I've ever heard.

[@brielleinman9300]

Hi future self. I thought this is old but go head watch it again. Edit this when you see it plz.

[@themeanvirgo]

Wow. I remember watching this when it first came out. I never get tired of it! Cuties forever!!

[@mark-1234]

I've heard this so many times but find my eyes getting a little teary every time these girls belt this out.

[@Overwatch118]

How could anyone not like these gals!!

[@saannie4031]

Possibly it's because their tone deaf or extremely jealous. I think they sing beautifully.

[@getdusty1]

Best rendition EVER!!! I wonder what ever happened to these cuties??

[@xxmoonstarxx4802]

I always get back to this moving rendition of the Star Spangled Banner... Brings tears to my eyes everytime I listen..

[@carlosspiceyweiner3387]

This gives me the chills.. Amazing.

[@Matt_Hatt3r]

I've heard that the Anthem is one of the hardest songs to harmonize to and these girls do it like it's as natural as breathing. Wonderful!

[@RockHavenFarm]

This brings tears to my eyes every time I listen to it. This country is great you girls are great. I hope and pray every day that freedom reigns in these United States of America. Thank you girls you are what America is all about in its simplest form. I served my country proudly and you do to.

[@bman342a]

1:08 "That our Flag was STILL THERE". I always get shivers. Not just from the beautiful harmony, but from the image of strength, fortitude, and the symbol of freedom from the yoke of tyranny evoked by the image of a tattered flag still waving after the battle.

[@GomerfromIsaan]

Bravo!! (x1000). I never get tired of this rendition.

[@zafagaming7506]

literally in tears. incredible.

[@Ricnounet]

Damn it gave me chills and hum i'm not even american >_> Really pleasant to hear :x

[@whoaitsreesy]

Played this all throughout yesterday (20th anniversary of 9-11) I was bawling. Just perfect. How the anthem is supposed to be sung without the theatrics.

[@thefreshprinceofbel-air3210]

Still love this video

[@Birddog222]

Still love these young ladies. I followed their music for years.

[@martyeckles152]

I could listen to that all night long just absolutely perfect

[@wdsd03]

This is the way it ought to be sung.

[@katiepronovost8140]

This is great I love how I'm watching all these 12 years later

[@cankzilla]

I've watched this probably over a 100 times. All I can say is that their coach should try and do this again! She was listening for all the right sounds and all five of these girls did an amazing job together because of her!

[@SteveWhiteDallas]

I heard this for the first time 2 days ago (Feb 17, 2013) and I cannot even guess at how many times I have watched/listened to it since then. This is the most impressive performance of our national anthem I have ever heard. A Naval fly-by is in order, not for the game, but for the girls...think I'll watch it again. This time with 2 hats so I can take off one for the heroes of the American Revolution, and one for the revolutionary Cactus Cuties.

[@oakvillecenter904]

it's 2015 and i'm still watching! :)

[@cotton-Dave]

@@oakvillecenter904 It is now December 31, 1918 and I am STILL coming back to listen! God bless these voices AND the parents and teachers who inspired and taught them that to love one's country you must RESPECT it. These wonderful voices did just that and I am so proud of both them and my country!

[@kenbrownfield6584]

I watch this vid once a week and am still amazed by it...Cami Caldwell did an excellent job of arranging these girls singing talents.

[@iksroizdnak]

I can't believe it's been 12 years. I still love hearing them sing this.

[@usmcbrat9143]

It has been 11 years and I still find myself back here on occasion to listen to this fantastic rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner. Well done ladies!

[@deckiedeckie]

The very best Star Spangled Banner I've ever heard.....pity they ran out of microphones....jejejeje....Espectaculares!!

[@amycrunch3812]

Or 2nd from right held one cos far right was too young?

[@darcyemorawski4751]

Found this again. I need to here this beautiful rendition of my country's anthem during this dark time to give me hope.

[@jamievidd775]

Hear

[@progame-do8ji]

THEY ARE SO GOOD

[@joehampersr7361]

still the best performance of the national anthem evey!!!!

[@jenniekrystal197]

they are so cute and so young but so talented!!!

[@lololeere3674]

The people that disliked this are jealous of them lol

[@pey1381]

This freakin freaked me out. This is actually scary how good they are. Wow

[@dj41354]

12/12/2019.. still watching this.. what a performance

[@TJR66]

12/12/2019? Are you from the future?

[@leaguemaskthaamumugod7552]

"And the home of the brave". I will never, EVER be able to get the way they sing that line out of my head. The twang on the word "home" coupled with that particular harmony just sings so damn well. Raw talent, sure do miss these ladies performing

[@whalesong999]

This is just awesome..! The quality of those voices in that setting rings of a purity one rarely gets to witness, even among the professionals. Thanks again for this wonderful tribute..!

[@juliusmyhr1835]

My immigrant father from Norway cried every time he heard this singing. I can happily imagine the flood while hearing this.

[@rainedelaze708]

This still gives me chills. These kids are amazing.

[@theskillet111]

Let it always be so sung and so reversed. Outstanding rendition. Did anyone else notice the reverence the entire crowd had. No whistles or jeers until the very last note. Thank you to whoever posted this.

[@bweach03]

Oh my lord these girls singing makes me think of angels.

[@Tonetwisters]

STILL brings tears to my eyes ...

[@Duffsterr]

You're listening to the Excellence in National Anthem network.

[@brynnarosenberg9361]

Not only are the girls amazing but the arrangement downright slaps!

[@stfuimmolly]

Wow, that was incredible! I remember singing this song a million times when I was their age up until high school (for a chorus group). However, for their age they definitely sang it much better they were on point.

[@redfaux74]

That gave me chills. Beautiful. I'd like to hear them now.

[@departurestall]

It may not have been to this posting, but some time ago when I first saw the performance I replied something to the effect of " Wow, five little girls stunned and audience of cranked up college students and alumni into total silence. Then at "Land of the FREEEEE!!! Went crazy!!!!!

[@photone]

T'was six years ago this month...and stiil just as awesome now as it was then.

[@I_cReAtE_and_YoU_hAtE]

I remember watching them when I was young omg

[@MrHandy1]

It's been 10 years but it STILL moves me to tears every time I hear this.

[@thatonlychick1]

Oh my goodness. I want to take these girls with me everywhere and instead of listening to the radio just listen to them sing their hearts out. they are sooooooo amazing,