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Jay-Z Explains Why He And Beyoncé Sat During National Anthem At Super Bowl

The hip-hop mogul said the couple's failure to stand during Demi Lovato’s performance of “The Star-Spangled Banner” was not political.
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Trump Ripped For Disrespectful US National Anthem Antics At Super Bowl Party

The president waved his hands, pointed and pretended to conduct the anthem when he has always insisted people should "stand proudly."
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Metallica Performs The Face-Melting National Anthem The NBA Finals Needed

James Hetfield and Kirk Hammett rocked before the home team Warriors rolled over.
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