Lauren Alaina flubs National Anthem lyrics; Scotty McCreery caught lip-syncing
Lauren Alaina sang the National Anthem at the Packers-Lions game Thursday night. CREDIT: AP
It was a tough day for the top two season 10 “Idol” contestants.
Lauren Alaina forgot the words for a moment to the National Anthem before the Lions-Packers game Thanksgiving. She was supposed to sing “at the twilight’s last gleaming” but started to sing “through the twi…” Her brain must have realized she sang the wrong word and she froze. After about three seconds, she skipped “at the” and started with “last gleaming.” She then finished the song without incident. “It’s all in how you finish,” announcer Joe Buck said.
She owned up to it on Twitter soon after:
Thank you everyone for the kind words. But the truth is I messed up. I’m gonna spend the rest of the day being thankful for all my blessings
And winner Scotty McCreery didn’t start his cue on time during his lip-synced portion of “A Trouble With Girls” at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. Yes, everyone I saw yesterday at the parade was lip-syncing so that’s not the issue. He just missed the first three words of his song so he made it really obvious:
I saw him on Channel 2 WSB-TV last night at the Macy’s Great Tree Lighting at Lenox sing “Christmas Cookies” with no problems and he sang live. On Twitter, McCreery didn’t comment about the lip-syncing issue but did say he enjoyed Atlanta:
great time at the show tonight for Macy’s in Atlanta! now time for some thanksgiving grub!
Here’s the first season 11 “Idol” promo with actual contestants (but no singing):
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118 comments Add your comment
jimmie
November 25th, 2011
3:29 pm
Lauren is awesome…thats why she doesn’t live in ATL!!!
Deirdre
November 25th, 2011
3:36 pm
Thanks, JT. The guy who helped that girl was just plain classy. We could use more people like him in the world.
Tom
November 25th, 2011
4:00 pm
I am angrier by all of those players who refused to render a hand salute when she was singing the National Anthem. They should be ashamed of themselves for disrespecting our Flag and Nation.
tim
November 25th, 2011
4:11 pm
This was the worst year of Idol ever and these were the worst contestants ever. I tuned out about 2 months before the end because the contestants had no talent and the show was unwatchable. And the love affair between the judges and the contestants made it worse. It was obvious McCreary was going to win weeks ahead of time. Perhaps the vote is always rigged to let the country singer win. He was awful and so was Alaina. Bring back Simon because it’s obvious the judges that are left have no idea how to pick talent and no idea how to criticize.
Mercedes S.
November 25th, 2011
4:24 pm
tim, as for ‘Bring back Simon”, I CAN’T WAIT to hear Astroboy rap our Anthem…
kool$kat
November 25th, 2011
4:28 pm
Haley Reinhardt would never miss her cue or flub the words to the National Anthem. And she would sound better, not to mention look better doing both.
Quint in ATL
November 25th, 2011
4:35 pm
kool$kat @4:28….You are so right!!
ann
November 25th, 2011
5:00 pm
you people on here with your stupid comments do you know how many have messed this song up she is a kid . as far as the ignorant comments about scotty and Lauren winning this was the best year for idol to date all tours sold out and in the past 4 years some have been cancelled . idol is making so much money off these kids and Scotty has sold more than any idol this early his album just went gold so unless you know the facts shut up . saying such meen crap doesnt make anyone in this country look good thats the problm with this country stupid people like you.
'trtainmntatbest
November 25th, 2011
5:21 pm
They’re both young but handled their recovery with maturity. Think about the age group of so called pro singers who flubbed before these 2 Idols.
AndyE
November 25th, 2011
5:23 pm
So Scotty’s not used to lip synching. Doesn’t surprise me–the guy is used to singing live. And anyone who has ever heard him sing live can attest to how amazing he sounds live–almost as good as the studio versions. A voice “like butter.” As much as those AI fans that didn’t see their favorites win will complain, it’s all in the numbers. His debut album is already certified Gold and heading to Platinum possibly by end of year. Pia’s single flopped; James Durbin’s first week sales predictions are dismal; and Lauren just can’t keep pace with Scotty’s sales and popularity. Yes, I think America got it right. I hope Scotty never gets used to lip synching.
jimmie
November 25th, 2011
5:29 pm
lauren and scottie class acts. Haley..already fallen off the earth..she had enough time to impress; apparently, she didn’t..and those of us who hate the “wailers” are very happy of that…
Seth T.
November 25th, 2011
6:13 pm
Peace and Goodwill
Since someone mentioned Haley — http://www.haleyreinhart.com/splash/#!video
Jubie
November 25th, 2011
7:43 pm
Not an issue IMO. I love both of these young singers. Can’t wait for AI in January.
BILLY MAYS HERE
November 25th, 2011
8:47 pm
The only reason yall are willing to give her a pass is because she’s cute and white
JTesla
November 25th, 2011
9:24 pm
Billy, no. Nice try.
I’m really surprised anyone even noticed. Let’s face it, she was singing for the Packers-Lions game. More people probably tuned in to see her than they did to watch either of those teams.
Branch Loveless
November 25th, 2011
9:39 pm
Lauren and Scotty had flubs. Well, it’s the end of the world as we know it, huh?
Slooooowwwwww news day, huh!
Atl gal
November 25th, 2011
10:00 pm
Hey Atl guy, we don’t have to worry about the Obama family singing the National Anthem. They are too ashamed of our country to do that. He doesn’t even place his hand over his heart for the pledge of allegiance and Michelle Odrama is proud of her country FOR THE FIRST TIME in her life. Bless her little heart!
skull7
November 26th, 2011
12:16 am
Noooo the sound system malfunctioned!
LB
November 26th, 2011
12:34 am
Just an FYI – performers are REQUIRED to lip sync during the Macy’s parade. They don’t have a choice.
BILLY MAYS HERE
November 26th, 2011
8:04 am
JTesla
November 25th, 2011
9:24 pm
Billy, no. Nice try.
I’m really surprised anyone even noticed. Let’s face it, she was singing for the Packers-Lions game. More people probably tuned in to see her than they did to watch either of those teams.
lol look at how dumb you are
BILLY MAYS HERE
November 26th, 2011
8:06 am
Atl gal
November 25th, 2011
10:00 pm
Hey Atl guy, we don’t have to worry about the Obama family singing the National Anthem. They are too ashamed of our country to do that. He doesn’t even place his hand over his heart for the pledge of allegiance…
That was the national anthem. Is there a reason you backwoods people can’t get things right (besides sheer willful ignorance?)
Allyanaz
November 26th, 2011
8:15 am
The National Anthem has some very difficult vocal notes and the girl was standing in front of millions of people in a live performance as more or less a novice performer. The audience is supposed to root for her; not criticize her effort. Top pros have flubbed it big time.
Deirdre
November 26th, 2011
8:34 am
Billy, JT’s from the west coast so he probably doesn’t get the significance of the Packers/Lions game. Best quarterback this year facing UGA grad, Matt Stafford and Ga Tech player Calvin Johnson. I have to admit, however, that I was rooting for Rogers.
but, i’m pretty sure that JT was just pulling your leg…try to develop a sense of humor, ok!
Jonathan
November 26th, 2011
8:47 am
At least Scotty used a mic, unlike Shelby Lynne.
jimmie
November 26th, 2011
9:10 am
Billy Mays is dead…and you are dishonoring his white, brainy self…
jimmie
November 26th, 2011
9:11 am
and she is cute and white, not a polarizing, racist african american n e g r o with a fat a s s b it — wife like your el presidente
Chris
November 26th, 2011
9:54 am
I feel bad for both, but especially Lauren. She has taken a lot of blows and its hard to tell how much more a person can take before they do something “stupid” e.g. drugs, drinking,cutting, driving reckless, pull a Britney and go marry the first guy you see, then shave your head, control issues with food like anorexia, etc.. My daughter forgot part of her song in a piano recital. She knew it, she just froze in front of the church. Luckily, it was only 100+ people not millions.But she spiraled down and it took everything for us to get her to shake it off. They need to get her “back on the horse” pronto and all the people being critical need to check themselves. I don’t know why Americans like to tear people down but some teens in general can’t take this kind of abuse without a bad outcome.
JTesla
November 26th, 2011
10:39 am
Deirdre, I thought maybe he was commenting regarding my veiled implication that he is a racist, kind of like jimmie up there. I guess it’s ok to do that if you are talking about someone who is white.
Don’t even get me started on Atl gal.
But really, people actually know who the quarterbacks are for the Lions and the Packers?
Deirdre
November 26th, 2011
10:48 am
In Georgia they do, JT
Deirdre
November 26th, 2011
10:57 am
And I think your “implication” may have been too veiled for these guys.
Branch Loveless
November 26th, 2011
11:55 am
Please stop using big words like “implication” if you want us dummies to understand what you are saying! And veils are for weddings…
sbrown
November 26th, 2011
1:01 pm
i wish writers who cant sing would grow some balls she is just 17 if your daughter knew how to sing and messed it up you wouldnt be picking on her grow some balls
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Deirdre
November 26th, 2011
1:17 pm
Thanks to mj, a video(quality very poor) of Diana DeGarmo and her honey, Ace Young(looking, to put it kindly, very scruffy), singing at a Hollywood Christmas celebration:
http://www.mjsbigblog.com/diana-degarmo-and-ace-young-sing-a-christmas-tune-video.htm
Seth T.
November 26th, 2011
8:14 pm
http://www.piatoscanoofficial.com/media/default.aspx?meid=7205
Idol 9th place finisher – The National Anthem
Landon Jaymes
November 27th, 2011
8:23 am
I’ve heard Lauren sing the National Anthem at numberous events before – perfectly! The song is difficult because it is slow and drawn out and usually a capella. You forget where your at in the song. Never understand why they dont use an instrumental accompanist. ANYBODY – sing it 10 times and I’ll bet you flub at least 6-7 times whether your a professional, military person or reading the words.
Mercedes S.
November 27th, 2011
12:05 pm
Good Morning!
FInally had a chance to listen to the “flubs” – great save by Lauren, Scotty just looked inattentive. Flipped over to the Pia anthem, and boy was that moving, with young and old and military folks saluting flag and song properly…
Mercedes S.
November 27th, 2011
12:08 pm
Came home last night, hoping to avoid “going home” traffic, and deleted XFix results show without watching it first. Y’all’s comments were enough.
Deirdre
November 28th, 2011
8:17 am
Morning!
I hope everyone had a great holiday!
Back to XF and looking forward to Idol.
Rickster
November 28th, 2011
9:05 am
Just catching up after a glorious six-day weekend.
Mercedes… Astro rapping the National Anthem will never happen. He only raps his own stuff.
And did anyone else read that Simon wants J-Lo for X-Factor next year?
Rickster
November 28th, 2011
9:10 am
Aaron Rodgers (Packers)
Matthew Stafford (Detroit – former UGA)
Deirdre
November 28th, 2011
9:28 am
Simon wants JLo? So she’s going to have a bidding war going on? Has he watched her judge on Idol because, seriously, she’s not worth a bidding war as a judge but more than worth it considering the publicity he’ll get.
Deirdre
November 28th, 2011
9:29 am
Rickster, that whole football thing from JT was just baiting.
timbo
November 28th, 2011
9:51 am
They both suck. Absolutely ZERO talent….SMH…
Mercedes S.
November 28th, 2011
10:09 am
Rickster and D, Simon just likes to stir pots. I’m sure he’s reconsidering his fellow judges though.
L.A. guy knows nothing outside his very small fifedom of rap, Nicole might make better money elsewhere promoting water-proof mascara.
Mercedes S.
November 28th, 2011
10:11 am
anyone watch “Walking Dead” last night? Very satisfying… but NOW, what will happen??
“The Closer” starts the final final season tonight!
Deirdre
November 28th, 2011
10:32 am
I have a million shows(might be a small exaggeration) because of last week’s trip to CA and hubby came home with a horrible cold. He’s been vegging in front of the tv for a week and I can’t get near my taped shows. Haven’t seen last week’s Walking Dead, never mind this week’s.
JTesla
November 28th, 2011
10:49 am
“that whole football thing from JT was just baiting”
Maybe regarding the Packers, but I’m serious regarding the Lions. Even people in Detroit don’t watch that team. I have yet to meet anyone that says “I’m a Lions fan.” I have met a few people that like the Packers, mostly females who only liked them because they had a crush on Brett Favre. Something about his “package” I’m not up to date on football lingo so I’m not sure what they were talking about.
Oh X-Factor… how many more weeks until it is done and they can announce that Steve Jones has been let go?
Deirdre
November 28th, 2011
11:07 am
Since you’re not following the Lions(and I’m not either really) you might not have heard that they got off to a really fantastic start this season and Detroit fans flocked to the stadium for a change.
Since then, things have kind of gone a little down hill. Mostly because they have a player named Suh who thinks attempted murder is part of the game. The guy has serious anger-management issues and will possibly kill someone(either on or off the field) before he can get himself under control.
Maybe he could be a judge on XF. Simon is always spoiling for a fight.
Sam-A
November 28th, 2011
11:08 am
Is last nights “Walking Dead” the last one for awhile? Haven’t seen it yet. If so, will surely miss it.
And SAD that this is the last few episodes of “Closer” ever – really love that show and all the actors – what a great ensenble cast – can’t believe they’ve never won any ensemble awards!
Simon can have Jen Lo – I don’t plan to ever watch another season of XF (what a waste of time), and would love to have her leave Idol.
Saw “Hugo” (interesting) and “Descendants” (Hawaii gorgeous and George really good, but not sure how much I liked the movie).