This is the best and most proper way to sing SSB. No tweaks, just the superb vocal prowess of Jessica hitting the right and proper notes of the anthem. Nobody had done it better than Jessica.
I love you Jessica Sanchez. My brother is in the U.S Navy, and he's so happy that you're one of the special guests during this event. BTW- you sang the national anthem beautifully!
best way of respecting the national anthem, no fanfare, no overacts, just the respectful and natural show of nationalistic talent.....God bless you Jessica....you really know exactly how to fit in your God given talent to the occasion....!!!!
We think,, Jessica Sanchez is very thankful to everyone ,, who supported her..including Philippines. WE LOVE YOU!... Philippines!!! and all over Asia!! from Jessica Fans,, in America!
she sang the anthem in the right way! this is not about her showing her vocal abilities! this is for people who served our country! this performance is full of respect and class! which is great! actually! singing the right tempo at the right place! beautiful!
LOL. I'm not American but I have been deeply touched by Jessica's rendition here of the Star-spangled Banner: with beauty, power, conviction and reverence. The way a national anthem must be sung. Best I've heard and viewed in a long while. I hope memorial day concerts going forward will adopt this most appropriate singing of the anthem.
The best rendition of the Star Spangled Banner I've heard and seen in a long while. Jessica sang with beauty, power, conviction and reverence. The way anthems should be sung, sans flourishes and embellishments -- which she could do and had done in the past. But here this is most appropriate. I also love the fusion at the end of all-male voices representing the different US armed forces branch field choirs. I just love it. Very touching. And I'm Canadian. Belated Happy Memorial Day to the US!
usually the winner of Idol gets invited to this concert - They invited jessica way back in the top 5 because they knew she was by far the best singer idol has ever produced. (can you imagine what PP would have done to this song? he'd manage to rewrite it into 5 notes as usual)
she's already matured enough at 16 to know just how to respect the anthem, she's actually born american after all, only has mexican-filipino roots...though she can outdo other singers who exaggerated on this, she maintained her composure with full respect....she has in her mind her father who's still active navy at singapore...God bless her and america....!!!
This girl cannot get a break! Now we didn't get to hear her sing the Prayer, man.........All l can say to her fans is buy her music and help her succeed. I love her voice, for this type of talent doesn't come too often. Let us not lose her!
I hope those performances of hers are going to be uploaded of those other two songs on you mentioned during this PBS special along with Tracy Adkins performance. I tuned in too late just when that storm put a halt that memorial concert. Damn weather!
Agpaparaw isuna ditoy kakabsat. has there been any other singers who sang the national anthem as fast as 90 seconds? Jessica Sanchez sang this song perfectly.
well, her dad's still active in the navy at singapore, why she put so much respect to the anthem...she's that humble considering her success at AI....!!!!
Jessica has an amazing voice...Just cause she didn't win top spot..does not mean she didn't have the best voice..I've been listening to music for nearly fifty years..Have no prejudice..To my ears..she was hands down the best vocalist on that show..Even Phillip would say that if asked.
Are you serious man? You're not watching AI anymore. And to all JS's supporters, please continue to support her post IDOL career. Her rendition of the national anthem is perfect and beautiful.
Wait till she belted out Godbless America. She sung 3 songs, the opening which is the National Anthem, The Prayer and God bless America for the finale. Awesome!
For me a great singer is a singer who can sing his/her country's national anthem with poise, melody, exact tune and refinement, not like those singers who twist the anthem's tunes just for popularity. Her voice is so refined. But I hope she doesn't forget her Filipino fans. Actually I am a Filipino, I already memorized the Star-Spangled Banner anthem because of her. Truly, the Philippines is the Songbird of Asia.
Wow, nice version of the national anthem. Simple, straight forward, nothing over the top, great voice, and she remembered the lyrics! Some singers have butchered the national anthem by stretching every note for five bars and screaming and shouting the lyrics just to show they have a strong voice.
I don't even know the name charice till people comparing it to Jessica! When did she prove it? I'm from New Zealand and I never heard a name charice that can sing. which we know Jessica is the finalist of american idol. and my kids love her so much.
Jessica is the Real american Pro Singer,, at 16 year young,, who could expect that she can sing like that?? on front of the White House Crowd???Oh,, Stop!! THE war about your title!! We have our Sweet 16 American girl,, Famous,, from the EAST,,to the WEST,, to the SOUTH,, and to the NORTH,, SHE IS TOTALLY undefeated vocal talent,, with tremendous singing PROOFS!! truly ,, God Bless America!!! for Jessica Sanchez!!
if you really love Jessica, pls ask your friends to buy her singles and album at itunes. It is a very small amount to spare for her to land a better recording contract. Her fans from Mexico, Philippines and other countries could not buy her singles because itunes does not allow buying such labels outside the US.
This is the best and most proper way to sing SSB. No tweaks, just the superb vocal prowess of Jessica hitting the right and proper notes of the anthem. Nobody had done it better than Jessica.
I LOVE HER SO HAPPY TO SEE HER ALREADY DOING STUFF LIKE THIS
I love you Jessica Sanchez. My brother is in the U.S Navy, and he's so happy that you're one of the special guests during this event. BTW- you sang the national anthem beautifully!
I feel like i'm in heaven whenever i hear Jessica's voice. A true idol :D
best way of respecting the national anthem, no fanfare, no overacts, just the respectful and natural show of nationalistic talent.....God bless you Jessica....you really know exactly how to fit in your God given talent to the occasion....!!!!
That was beautiful Jessica! Thank you!
We think,, Jessica Sanchez is very thankful to everyone ,, who supported her..including Philippines. WE LOVE YOU!... Philippines!!! and all over Asia!! from Jessica Fans,, in America!
she sang the anthem in the right way! this is not about her showing her vocal abilities! this is for people who served our country! this performance is full of respect and class! which is great! actually! singing the right tempo at the right place! beautiful!
Jessica, exemplify this same kind of love and loyalty to one's land and people.
@Toronto Thank you for posting this video!!! ♫♪♥ ♥
LOL. I'm not American but I have been deeply touched by Jessica's rendition here of the Star-spangled Banner: with beauty, power, conviction and reverence. The way a national anthem must be sung. Best I've heard and viewed in a long while. I hope memorial day concerts going forward will adopt this most appropriate singing of the anthem.
Nothing changes she's perfect;) can't wait for her album
The best rendition of the Star Spangled Banner I've heard and seen in a long while. Jessica sang with beauty, power, conviction and reverence. The way anthems should be sung, sans flourishes and embellishments -- which she could do and had done in the past. But here this is most appropriate. I also love the fusion at the end of all-male voices representing the different US armed forces branch field choirs. I just love it. Very touching. And I'm Canadian. Belated Happy Memorial Day to the US!
what a perfect human being
talented that word just can't express her
beautiful , humble and just 16 years old
moving rendition of the American Anthem...so much respect was felt...bravo!
Nobody can sing the National Anthem like Jessica Sanchez...nobody! Thats how freaking amazing she is!
this is not rushed! actually, this is the right tempo of the anthem! and this is not for entertainment! this is for people who served our country!
her talent, tenacity & humility will bring her good things i hope.
That is how a national anthem should be sung, right tempo right notes no unnecessary embellishments!
Great job!
Jessica sang it amazingly!
usually the winner of Idol gets invited to this concert - They invited jessica way back in the top 5 because they knew she was by far the best singer idol has ever produced. (can you imagine what PP would have done to this song? he'd manage to rewrite it into 5 notes as usual)
she's already matured enough at 16 to know just how to respect the anthem, she's actually born american after all, only has mexican-filipino roots...though she can outdo other singers who exaggerated on this, she maintained her composure with full respect....she has in her mind her father who's still active navy at singapore...God bless her and america....!!!
She really sung this a lot better than many of the Major artists out there. She has a great Voice period!
Wonderful Jessica! Well done.. So proud of you.
This girl cannot get a break! Now we didn't get to hear her sing the Prayer, man.........All l can say to her fans is buy her music and help her succeed. I love her voice, for this type of talent doesn't come too often. Let us not lose her!
She did a great job.I'm hoping people will support her
I'm so agreeing with you. People on twitter kept on bashing her which is just wrong.
Excellent.....you are the perfection in this national anthem of USA. A truly AI winner.
Jessica is Just So amazing..a traditional way of singing the anthem. WOW...
wow!! goosebumps... I felt her while singing the anthem...
You can see the real IDOL now.. love you baby!!
I hope those performances of hers are going to be uploaded of those other two songs on you mentioned during this PBS special along with Tracy Adkins performance. I tuned in too late just when that storm put a halt that memorial concert. Damn weather!
Charice had already sang the US Nation Anthem at the Dodgers vs. Giants which was also televised
Agpaparaw isuna ditoy kakabsat. has there been any other singers who sang the national anthem as fast as 90 seconds? Jessica Sanchez sang this song perfectly.
Great job Jessica!!! America is proud of you!!!
please no more haters, just support jessica in her album...support her in itunes ...
Wow! Her version got me teared up.
We are proud of you Jessica!!! Great job!
That was beautiful!
just wait for her cd to come out and you can buy it anywhere not only in itunes
Wow!!! its really amazing..!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
That's how singers should sing the national anthem.. simple yet powerful! =)
that is such a big event! they want it to be perfect!
Jesica so awesome Highnote gosh 😍💗✨
with that voice, i would love for her to make a Christmas album!
the best ka talaga Jess!
your awesome..I Love You..:)
one word: EFFORTLESS! America is so proud of you.
PERFECT!
So proud of you, Jessica....
well, her dad's still active in the navy at singapore, why she put so much respect to the anthem...she's that humble considering her success at AI....!!!!
@sunhelmet i TOTALLY agree with you!!! Jessica is amazing no matter what race or color she is!!!! We all should respect everyone for who they are!
Good to see you here, bro. Missed your acerbic wit.Agree with your comments.
wow..the best ka talaa JESSICA SANCHEZ YOUR THE WORD IDOL talaga...
great singing there Jessica.. thumbs up..
Amazing..........!
its playing right now at socal.... koce channel 50 .. direct tv :))
Charice had sang it at the Dodgers Vs Giants and the Jaguar vs Titans halftime tribute of 9/11 also televised.
Jessica has an amazing voice...Just cause she didn't win top spot..does not mean she didn't have the best voice..I've been listening to music for nearly fifty years..Have no prejudice..To my ears..she was hands down the best vocalist on that show..Even Phillip would say that if asked.
Are you serious man? You're not watching AI anymore. And to all JS's supporters, please continue to support her post IDOL career. Her rendition of the national anthem is perfect and beautiful.
love this girl, so talented. ;)
Wow, beautiful rendition! She is utterly splendid! I can almost memorize the Star Spangled Banner and I am not even American. :)
Flawless! Bravo hija bravo!
Wait till she belted out Godbless America. She sung 3 songs, the opening which is the National Anthem, The Prayer and God bless America for the finale. Awesome!
For me a great singer is a singer who can sing his/her country's national anthem with poise, melody, exact tune and refinement, not like those singers who twist the anthem's tunes just for popularity. Her voice is so refined. But I hope she doesn't forget her Filipino fans.
Actually I am a Filipino, I already memorized the Star-Spangled Banner anthem because of her. Truly, the Philippines is the Songbird of Asia.
Wow. She's the runner up and yet she got to sing america's national anthem. Jessica's just too epic XD
Perfect
WoW !"World Class Idol!!!!"
I sure do look awesome holding that navy colors behind her. Was one of the top two best singers i have every heard sing the anthem.
SOUL DIVA, WORLD IDOL AND TRULY AMERICAN IDOL...
perfect!!
she's great.. OMG..
that touched my heart, and I'm not even American
WORLD CLASS!
Wow, nice version of the national anthem. Simple, straight forward, nothing over the top, great voice, and she remembered the lyrics! Some singers have butchered the national anthem by stretching every note for five bars and screaming and shouting the lyrics just to show they have a strong voice.
this is the proper way of singing the national anthem of America
THUMBS UP!
the guy at 1:26 with the flag is my favorite part. such enthusiasm
I have the link for God bless America's video but i don't have The Prayer :(
JESSICA SANCHES WORLDWILD IDOL.. ^_^ !!!
I don't even know the name charice till people comparing it to Jessica! When did she prove it? I'm from New Zealand and I never heard a name charice that can sing. which we know Jessica is the finalist of american idol. and my kids love her so much.
wow. she is beautiful
i will support both jessica and charice..
VERY GOOD. PERFECT!
nice jessica amazing voice.. i love it......... proud to be PINOY... ^_^
So what is the American I dol doing now while jessica is singing and attending on many meetings?
Well done Jessica !!
Superb
great!!
I like how the guy on the corner kept waiving his flag.
I thought this was prerecord? For there are pictures out with Jessica singing in a white dress. So, I don't understand why they cut the program off.
What a performance! ... and America didn't think she can be the next idol?
WOW!
goosebumps.. ggshes the best..
Another gold standard for singing the national anthem. The other version was sang by Whitney Houston.
IF YOU TRULY SUPPORT JESSICA, BUY HER SONGS FROM ITUNES. WE DID. AND ITS SOOOOOOO GOOOOOOOD!!!!!!
Jessica is the Real american Pro Singer,, at 16 year young,, who could expect that she can sing like that?? on front of the White House Crowd???Oh,, Stop!! THE war about your title!! We have our Sweet 16 American girl,, Famous,, from the EAST,,to the WEST,, to the SOUTH,, and to the NORTH,, SHE IS TOTALLY undefeated vocal talent,, with tremendous singing PROOFS!! truly ,, God Bless America!!! for Jessica Sanchez!!
if you really love Jessica, pls ask your friends to buy her singles and album at itunes. It is a very small amount to spare for her to land a better recording contract. Her fans from Mexico, Philippines and other countries could not buy her singles because itunes does not allow buying such labels outside the US.
She did a great,,
I want to see Philip Philips rendition of SSB can he do that ?
Bravo Jessica ,cantas hermoso Dios te Bendiga orgullosa de ser Latina.