Jon Batiste kickstarts Super Bowl 2025 with ‘innovative’ performance of national anthem

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Jon Batiste performed the national anthem at Super Bowl LIX, incorporating a drum sample and honoring his late grandfather, a veteran who served in the Navy. The event featured other performances, including Ledisi and Kendrick Lamar.

Keywords: Jon Batiste, Super Bowl LIX, national anthem

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Update At: 2/10/2025

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