NFL followers had been left outraged by the rendition of the Star-Spangled Banner earlier than Sunday’s worldwide sport in Madrid.
Forward of kickoff on the worldwide sport between the Washington Commanders and Miami Dolphins at Santiago Bernabeu Stadium for the first-ever NFL sport hosted in Spain, American pop singer Karina Pasian carried out the US anthem, adopted by the Madrid Marine Infantry Group Band’s rendition of the Spanish nationwide anthem.
Pasian wore a black mini gown with a deep cowl neckline, paired with thigh-high stockings, garters, and lengthy gloves that reached over her elbows throughout her efficiency.
Nevertheless, the 34-year-old Grammy-nominated singer’s apparel drew sharp criticism from NFL followers, who commented below a video of her efficiency posted on X by the NFL that Pasian’s outfit overshadowed her vocals.
“Good, however why did she have to decorate like a hooker?” wrote one commenter.
“Nice to see the sharing of sport and competitors with different nations!! Karina’s rendition of the US nationwide anthem was beautiful, however why is she dressed like a hooker? Additionally very refreshing to see not one of the gamers kneeling through the anthem (no less than on digicam),” one consumer boldly questioned.
“The outfit was a bit inappropriate however her voice was stunning,” one other wrote.
“Why is she dressed like a cabaret dancer? Takes away all solemnity from the anthem,” one other added.
“Who clothes like that to sing a nationwide anthem. Zero residence coaching. Disgrace,” mentioned one other
Although some thought Pasian’s wardrobe missed the mark, the bulk applauded her excellent efficiency of the nationwide anthem.
“Not many individuals can sing that music nicely. She knocked it out of the park. Nice job. Find it irresistible,” one consumer commented.
“cool seeing her get that highlight in madrid, first nfl sport there wanted a second like that. anthem sounded clear and the gang locked in immediately,” one consumer commented.
“Bringing her powerhouse vocals throughout the Atlantic … Karina Pasian,” wrote one other.
“Historic sport, historic vocals. She delivered!” one other added.
Pasian — a New York Metropolis native now dwelling in Madrid — was tapped to carry out the anthem forward of Sunday’s first-ever sport in Spain. The Dolphins would beat the Commanders 16 – 13 in a surprising extra time win.
At simply 13, Pasian caught the attention of main file labels, together with Def Jam, Interscope, and Unhealthy Boy, and finally signed with Def Jam in 2006.
Her profession features a Grammy nomination for “Can’t Discover the Phrases” within the Greatest Up to date R&B class and a 2007 efficiency on the White Home for President George W. Bush throughout Black Music Month.
