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Leon Bridges on approaching the national anthem with soul
The Grammy-nominated artist explains why he sang ‘The Star-Spangled Banner’ in 6/8 time and addresses Kaepernick’s protest
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Listen as Leon Bridges sings the national anthem for our times
The critically acclaimed soul singer explores the themes of the anthem, creating a beautiful rendition that feels like both a hymn and a benediction