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Jul 14, 2016 · His off-key rendition of the U.S. National Anthem before a 1993 NBA Finals game, however, came closest. For those who don't remember the pitchy performance, you can revisit his rendition here. Today, sitting down with Oprah: Where Are They Now? , Carl says he doesn't regret singing one bit.
National Anthem Performance. On January 21, 1993, before an NBA game between the New Jersey Nets and the Chicago Bulls at Brendan Byrne Arena, Lewis was invited to perform the Star Spangled Banner. Singing without accompaniment, Lewis's performance was wildly uneven with his voicing breaking on the lyric "And the rocket's red glare."
Nov 3, 2023 · The undefeated Olympic spirit of Carl Lewis must have been shaken as the cracked voice while singing the words “red glare” sent the audience holding their laugh. The event that conspired At the Basketball game of 1993, Carl Lewis was invited to sing the national anthem before the kickoff between the Chicago Bulls versus New Jersey Nets.
Mar 20, 2017 · As we celebrate the intersection of music and running on Citius Mag’s Music Week, let’s re-visit one of the most infamous moments involving one of the sport’s legends. Before a 1993 Nets vs. Bulls game, Carl Lewis was called upon to sing the U.S. national anthem.
Apr 1, 2022 · The Garden State club was hosting the Bulls on January 21, 1993, at the Meadowlands and signed Carl Lewis up to sing the national anthem prior to the contest. The Bulls won the game, 107-94, but all there is to remember really is Lewis’s singing. Watch the whole rendition… IF YOU DARE.
Jan 23, 2018 · A few of The Ringer’s resident young people watch the historic performance for the first time
Aug 2, 2016 · Some people know Carl Lewis as the track and field legend who competed in four Olympics, brought home nine gold medals and once held the title of fastest man in the world. Others know him as a guy who memorably botched the National Anthem during the NBA Finals in 1993.
