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Sorry. I like the anthem and other patriotic songs sung or played as they were written. These personal touches leave me cold. Give me the United States Marine Band!

Contrast last night's "performance" by Alicia Keyes to New Zealand's singing "celebrity," Hayley Westernra, singing NZ's Nat'l Anthem ("God Defend New Zealand," in Maori and English), at NZ's "Superbowl:" The Rugby World Cup. New Zealand National Anthem at 2012 Rugby World Cup

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Wow! Our divas should take lessons from Hayley! That was beautiful and inspiring. I had chills watching and listening. Thanks!