Jon Batiste at 2025 Super Bowl.Photo:FOX
FOX
Jon Batisteis paying tribute to the United States atSuper Bowl 2025.
The Grammy winner performed “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the Caesars Superdome on Feb. 9 ahead of the big game between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Kansas City Chiefs as several players, coaches and even PresidentDonald Trumphonored the flag.
Baptiste appeared at a piano — decorated with several multi-colored motifs and lines — in an all-black suit with several gold pins and silver jewelry. He played along while belting out the different notes of the national anthem.
Cameras captured Chiefs' coachAndy Reidpaying his respects as he held his hat to his chest and Eagles' quarterbackJalen Hurtsclosing his eyes as they listened to Baptiste sing. A shot also showed Trump give a salute from his box midway through the song.
Batiste’s national anthem performance also featured an American Sign Language interpretation from Stephanie Nogueras.
Jon Batiste at 2025 Super Bowl.Cindy Ord/Getty
Cindy Ord/Getty
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Other pregame performers at Super Bowl LIX include Trombone Shorty and Lauren Daigle with “America the Beautiful” and Ledisi with “Lift Every Voice and Sing,” whileKendrick Lamarwill headline the Apple Music Super Bowl Halftime Show with special guestSZA.
Ahead of game day, Batiste teased his rendition of “The Star-Spangled Banner” in an interview withEntertainment Tonight. “I’m excited to figure out an arrangement that lasts the test of time, and I look forward to sharing it,” he said in January.
At the time, he spoke to the outlet about planning to finalize his arrangement “the week before” the actual Super Bowl. “And then it’s going to fly,” he added.
Jon Batiste.Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty
Mary DeCicco/MLB Photos via Getty
The NFL announced the lineup of pregame entertainers in November. “We’re honored to work with this year’s pregame lineup to celebrate the rich musical legacy of New Orleans and the entire state,” said Seth Dudowsky, head of music at the organization.
“The Super Bowl is a rare moment to unite fans around the world, and this year’s performers will bring the energy, soul and vibrant sounds of the region to a global stage, as we kick off Super Bowl LIX with a celebration to remember,” continued Dudowsky.
The Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles are facing off in the 2025 Super Bowl, airing on Fox on Sunday, Feb. 9.
source: people.com
