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- Sung before the mayor of Denver, John Hickenlooper
- Rene Marie was introduced at the address by City Council President Michael Hancock
- Marie is a singer/actress who performs with the Shadow Theatre Company
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Jazz musician Rene Marie was scheduled to sing "The Star-Spangled Banner" during the annual State of the City address in Denver, Colorado, on July 1, 2008. Instead, Marie opted to perform "Lift Every Voice and Sing," or what is commonly referred to as the "Black National Anthem."FoxNews: Denver Shocked as Singer Opts for 'Black National Anthem' Over 'Star-Spangled Banner' (July 2, 2008)
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Several attendees were angered by the performance. City Councilman Charlie Brown stated that he considered walking off the stage during the recital.FoxNews: Denver Shocked as Singer Opts for 'Black National Anthem' Over 'Star-Spangled Banner' (July 2, 2008) Mayor John Hickenlooper spoke with Marie after the address and stated that "She was very apologetic" and meant no disrespect.USAToday: Controversy after singer substitutes 'black national anthem' for 'Star-Spangled Banner' (July 2) -
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