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What is the Black national anthem sung before the Super Bowl and why are some criticising it?

  • Prominent figures including Kari Lake and Matt Gaetz criticize the performance of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" at the Super Bowl, calling it the "Black National Anthem."
  • The NFL started including the Black national anthem in the 2020 season following George Floyd's death, leading to mixed reactions.
  • Some people appreciate the inclusion of the song, highlighting the importance of representation.
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The Dallas Express NewsThe Dallas Express News

Some fans voice disapproval of inclusion of 'Black National Anthem' in Super Bowl pregame

Super Bowl LVIII’s pregame festivities caused a stir on Sunday, with some fans voicing disapproval of Andra Day’s performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing.” Day received a standing ovation after her 2-minute-and-30-second rendition of what has been known as “the Black National Anthem.” Activists sang the song during the Civil Rights Movement in the 1950s and 1960s. However, some on social media criticized the league for including the performanc…

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Black National Anthem Super Bowl Performance Sparks Backlash on Social Media

Andra Day’s Super Bowl performance of “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” better known as the “Black National Anthem,” has sparked massive backlash on social media.

·United States
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Independent Journal ReviewIndependent Journal Review

The 'Black National Anthem' Gets Almost Non-Existent Applause from Super Bowl Audience

The “Black National Anthem” — “Lift Every Voice and Sing” — was played yet again during Super Bowl LVIII, as it has been before during the last few Super Bowls. One big difference between this year’s edition and years past, however? This year, the “Black National Anthem” didn’t get much applause. In fact, the massive crowd in attendance at the biggest football game of the year didn’t react much at all. .@AndraDayMusic performs Lift Every Voice …

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The BlazeThe Blaze

Super Bowl singing of black national anthem sparks backlash, NFL bashed for pushing 'politics of racial division again'

Super Bowl singing of black national anthem sparks backlash, Twitter reactions say NFL's idea pushes politics of racial division

·United States
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The Daily CallerThe Daily Caller

Performance Of ‘Black National Anthem’ At Super Bowl Sparks Outrage On Social Media

Andra Day's rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing," might have captivated fans, but the inclusion of the song in the lineup sparked outrage on social media.

·Washington, United States
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What is the Black national anthem sung before the Super Bowl and why are some criticising it?

Grammy winner Andra Day's passionate rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing", popularly known as the Black national anthem, prior to Super Bowl LVIII kickoff on Sunday (Feb 11) has caused controversy. Although the song received a rousing ovation from fans at the Allegiant Stadium in Las Vegas, a section of fans, especially the conservatives on online platforms, remained unimpressed.

·Noida, India
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Outkick broke the news in Nashville, United States on Sunday, February 11, 2024.
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