man i'm not american, but hearing the crowd join that girl, that sound sent chills down my spine man.... this is how u fucking sing a national anthem.... in one voice, each one picking up the slack for the other... fuckin' awesome....
That is because in america failure is smilied upon, students and children are praised even when they suck at doing things. They grow up without realizing, failure, is simply failure, no way around it. The only way to not fail, is to do it right. Being told you did your best when you could have done much better is fundamentally wrong, and is one of americas greatest weakness when it comes to society and international competition. Eat that for breakfast.
Hmm I was lookin at some hockey fights an bad fans, then noticed this video haha... I remember it from tosh point o... an so is that stupid jodie foster joke
Whether he got the words correct or not is not the point. The point is that he went to her rescue and made her feel comfortable during a very tense moment. You don't get any classier than that. How many times do we see people in need and do nothing? He is an example of what we should all strive to be.
I fuckin love this country. No matter whos in charge in the house, no matter whos president, no matter whatever country hates us. It doesnt matter because its moments like this that makes us realize that the USA is the best country in the world because we respect the ideals we were founded on. God bless you Mo Cheeks, that was classy
How many people does it take to remember the Star Spangled banner? Obviously more than two. Even though he helped he still didn't give her the write lyric, come on guys, TWIlights last gleaming, not STARlight, close but not correct. Can't wait for her web redemption on tosh.o, lol.
A coach, teacher, mentor ... whatever you choose to call them has that gift in their soul. Mo could no more watch that young lady struggle with her singing than he could one of his players. He did what came naturally ... stepped in, took control then gave it back for the big finish.
I'm really glad Mo Cheeks came to help this girl, but he didn't know the words! "come on at the star light's last gleaming" really Mo? At least know the words!
Everytime I watch this, it makes me smile and tear up at the same time. Mo will forever have my respect as a MAN. I am sure he knows he can't sing a lick, but helped a little girl get through a problem with no regard for himself. GREAT JOB!!
This is what the national anthem is really about. Not celebrities singing it in some style you've never heard before, but about a whole bunch of normal people getting through it and really putting their heart into it. Kudos to Mo Cheeks for being a good American and friend to that girl.
This video is a powerful example of how a coach and/or teacher can assist a student to be the best and do something hard. I loved how the coach did not hesitate to help, kept a supporting shoulder and said, "Come on, come on.", sang through it to help her through her nerves and backed off immediately to let her get the accolades. It was not about him, it was about supporting the girl. Awesome!!!!
Adding to my previous post: Mo didn't go to the bench and have any look of ridicule, like he was going to make fun of that scared young girl. He was all business.
Why isn't this on the "Where caring happens?" This makes me believe it.
Absolutely 100% classy move by Mo Cheeks. The fans, players, AND COACHES were singing along to both help that girl and take a little pride in the song.
This video put a smile on my face. Now someone show it to Kanye West and tell him "this is how you act."
I have tremendous respect for that man. Everyone stood and watched and waited until someone did something. Sometimes all it takes is for one person to do the right thing. I think we all know who the true star was that night... Mo Cheeks.
Meowdragon - considering as how this was a Playoff game, don't you think that Mo getting them there to begin with had more to do with him keeping his job than the show of true class and character?
Considering how they failed to even make the playoffs next season, ending a streak of 21 consecutive playoff seasons. And with the team going down the shitter and rebuilding, they had no need for a veteran coach like Mo, so I'd say he's pretty lucky to keep his job for as long as he had.
PS: You are not writing a letter, the magic of youtube let's me know you're replying to me without you having to put my user name in front.
So the next season was a different story. What does that have to do with the night when this happened - which you claim is what "saved his job after three losing seasons"?
You can't even quote someone correctly how can you even try to dispute a point? Think first before you respond. I'm not saying Mo's action wasn't due to the fact he's a stand up guy. But I already explained how he kept his job for longer than he should have (basketball-wise), my guess is due to the fact he's such a class act. Make sure you actually understand what someone's saying before responding. You can disagree but at least disagree to what was actually said.
just shut up and fall back u fool. u got no place shoving that B.S down peoples throats u ignoramus. Mo Cheeks's career shouldnt concern u, u shitstain. whys his business on ur mind anyway? u too busy shooting the e-breeze to have a life of ur own? meowdragon? whats that a cat with scales and wings that spits fire? yo i hunt those every fall down in zablu querde. they got nothin
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lol check out this retard getting all riled up. I made a statement, and I stick by it. Oh you sad pathetic loser, can't originate original thoughts and gets all pissy over nothing. Did u actually expect me to read all of your poorly constructed comment?
I find it hilarious that you would include "poorly constructed comment" with your own poorly constructed english spelling and punctuation. I see another victim of texting rules.
the girl's 13 years old and scared as hell to sing in front of such a big crowd. obviously with such an important song you gotta make sure you have it right, but you cant say it wasnt touching when mo cheeks came in and helped her out, in front of a very supportive crowd too.
Jeez...talk about a tough crowd! She just choked, no biggie. I'd probably wet myself and go blank in front of that many people. She's just a kid and not a professional.
What makes this a great video is the Mo Cheeks saved the day. Class act that one!!
Saw this live - class move. That kid wasn't ready. Her parents more than likely were pushy helicopter parents cringing on the sidelines. Thankfully a quick-witted Mo Cheeks saves the day for everybody. I'm sure LeBron James would've done the same thing.... NOT. He'd be laughing and high-fiving Mo Williams and snapping imaginary pictures. Because he's a bitch.
This is not at all meant to be rude.I agree. But I am her age almost four times all together and I would have you know what my pants if I had to sing it in front of 20,000 fans after the 3rd game of play offs. ...If any youtuber wants to say that she should not have gone to the mike if she was afraid remember how you were at 13. At that age we tend to think that we know everything and will not stop trying to prove it. lol. Last, I don't think that they teach this song in schools anymore.
it's not too hard to remember what it was like when i was 13, it was just a year ago. If people on other continents can do it, why can't she. Should she know the extended version? No. Few people do. But she was butchering the easy-peasy version. Now if she happens to be a person who suffers from stage fright, that's ok. Shaky voice, nervous, whatever. She should have came to the realization that she couldn't do it before she even considered it though. She looked like she didn't pass 1st grade.
Bitter, bitter, bitter. I still say that I am surprised that kids know the lyrics to the star spangled banner. As an air force veteran and having grown up with the patriotic songs I am as appalled as you are. But the girl was 13 years old. It is hard to get a child that age to change their underwear. Her butchering of Francis Scot Keys national anthem she may have forgotten the time that Cheeks assisted her. Remember that you are a few years older and that people are going to do that to you.
Not trying to be bitter. I just think its wrong to live in a country you were born and raised in and not know a basic and possibly internationally recited anthem. And I didn't say this before, but I'm happy Maurice Cheeks helped her. It made him seem like a saint to assist (pun intended) her. Whatever team gets him would've gotten a steal (boy, another pun).
P.S.: for those of you who do not understand these puns, look Maurice Cheeks up on Google/Wikipedia and you will understand what i mean.
I hate when kids sing the national anthem. If they mess up its like were suppose to have sympathy for them. Please. Either have your shit correct or get off stage
agreed. we all make mistakes though... even when we have our shit together. They should at least have the words going on a teleprompter when dealing with non professionals at any age. Cause getting in front of huge crowds and singing is a world of difference from signing it in your shower thousands of times. I don't think she was unprepared, i think the pressure just got to her.
What a sweet little girl! And what a kind man! She is a good singer who forgot the words. He is a bad singer who remembered tham. Put them together.. and you have magic!
That was the sweetest, most gentlemanly thing I have seen in a long time. That could have been the worst day of her young life, he turned it into a great one. I am so proud of the fans, also, they could have turned on her, instead, they just sang out loudly. WTG all who was there.
Maurice Cheeks is really a good man. Could you imagine that of all the people in there, an NBA coach approached to help the girl? Where are her parents? Where are the staff that coached her sing? Where are the staff that brought her there? I am not an American but I admired Mo Cheeks patriotism. This video makes us want to stand up for our country and be proud. I hope Mo Cheeks find another coaching job in the NBA because he deserves it.
I agree I think people always assume people know the national anthem. I tried singing it now and I had some trouble. It seems so easy because you just follow along. Mo Cheeks stepped up and saved the day. I hope that girl didn't feel too bad about what happened because she just got flustered that's all. Mo Cheeks is a great guy and he deserves to coach a team in the NBA in the 2009-2010 season.
Poor little girl. She was probably so nervous which caused her to forget the words and then she became mortified. Mo Cheeks showed a lot of class. As well as all the people in the arena and the other players and coaches on the floor who helped sing a long. Good for all of them.
No, that was a true American, showing some American class, American compassion and some outstanding over your head American leadership!!!! you on the other hand...I bet you dont like what you see when you look at yourself in the mirror, do you?
Jesus, the girl was obviously really nervous. You people who think she wasnt being patriotic are a joke. You could practice your whole life for something like that and still be overcome with nerves on the night. Least she had the guts to get up there. Easy to criticize.
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it doesn't matter if she was asked to sing again. point is if you screw up something that patriotic you shouldn't be allowed to do a repeat solo. you would think that if they thought highly enough of the invitation to sing they would take it seriously and learn the lyrics until it was second nature.
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well that still doesn't address the issue of learning the song throughly before you sing it. it's like purposely winging it when you know you have something really important coming up.
she's talented and she wants to sing. if someone wants her to sing the national anthem that's their problem, not yours, ours, or anyone else in the whole god damn fucking world.
bookmark this video in case you ever have a bad day and need a reminder about how little acts of kindness go a long way. Mo immortalized himself and made that little girl feel appreciated. great guy!
But yet American Idol Winner Jordan Sparks takes the easy way out and Lip Syncs the National Anthem in SB 42.. I have a thousand times more respect for this girl than anyone who goes out there and lip syncs
@MillerIsJesus hahahah
curokoi 2 months ago
man i'm not american, but hearing the crowd join that girl, that sound sent chills down my spine man.... this is how u fucking sing a national anthem.... in one voice, each one picking up the slack for the other... fuckin' awesome....
shantanukhandkar 3 months ago 2
im die hard philly im from philly good job mo
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proof America does not give up
johnthegreatdriver 6 months ago
class tells Mo Cheeks has class
127589 6 months ago
Class with a capital C.
alp77c08 6 months ago
Class
damnfake 7 months ago
That is because in america failure is smilied upon, students and children are praised even when they suck at doing things. They grow up without realizing, failure, is simply failure, no way around it. The only way to not fail, is to do it right. Being told you did your best when you could have done much better is fundamentally wrong, and is one of americas greatest weakness when it comes to society and international competition. Eat that for breakfast.
Spiritl3reaker 7 months ago
@Spiritl3reaker Fuck you!
Thorpe741 6 months ago
@Spiritl3reaker Whatever
Beavis1144 3 months ago
he better be coming to toronto next season
ericwatson3 7 months ago
6 people hates america
TheKwVideos 8 months ago
i do not blame her one bit, if i were under all that pressure id be the same way, god bless you all
mastax1234 9 months ago
and then he gets fired!!!!!!
77danigga 9 months ago
Hmm I was lookin at some hockey fights an bad fans, then noticed this video haha... I remember it from tosh point o... an so is that stupid jodie foster joke
blackoutcider 10 months ago
Some folks claim that as an Epic Fail... I say that it is an EPIC win!
Hvygunner 10 months ago 4
Cheeks is so quick, he can even steal the national anthem
willielaserbeamen 11 months ago
Class, all the way.
bitterballoffrogs 11 months ago
I came on youtube looking for a specific Maurice Cheeks dunk. Found something MUCH better.
Punstyle 11 months ago 4
I never heard of him....now I'll never forget him!
Class ACT!
januarypeace 11 months ago 2
this girl is on Tosh.o right now
Ashamedofmyself 11 months ago 2
This is so beautiful.
My heart sings, just thinking about it!!!!
suzannesennhenn 11 months ago 3
Sylviaizzle, it's RIGHT lyric, not WRITE lyric. Seems like you have something of your own to "get correct"!
1Patxot 11 months ago
What A Guy:)
momma1939 11 months ago
Awesome video, classy move!
dubyabee5 11 months ago
Whether he got the words correct or not is not the point. The point is that he went to her rescue and made her feel comfortable during a very tense moment. You don't get any classier than that. How many times do we see people in need and do nothing? He is an example of what we should all strive to be.
rlachermeier 11 months ago 17
hope to see her back
oldsly1 11 months ago
Class Act Mo!
wknestaut 11 months ago 3
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that is horrible!
PurpleLilyth 11 months ago
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nj1chill 11 months ago
@nj1chill HEY IDIOT its the Portland fans that pitched in! Typical Portland love! Can't you read. It was Portland VS Dallas.
EMac4296 11 months ago
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EMac4296 11 months ago
This is so precious! MAKES ME GLAD TO LIVE HERE!
darlenescarpa 11 months ago 2
Wow, what a class act. You idiots that dig on the girl have completely missed the point.
mwpainter1976 11 months ago 3
EPIC FAIL! but she did a good but at the flag was still standing its started getting kinda bad :\
kewlgir82 11 months ago
She does have a good voice.
InfidelAvenger 11 months ago
I fuckin love this country. No matter whos in charge in the house, no matter whos president, no matter whatever country hates us. It doesnt matter because its moments like this that makes us realize that the USA is the best country in the world because we respect the ideals we were founded on. God bless you Mo Cheeks, that was classy
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dddaaannn889 11 months ago
fuck google!
dddaaannn889 11 months ago
thumbs up if tosh.o brought you here
sp0rtsjunkE92 1 year ago 3
How many people does it take to remember the Star Spangled banner? Obviously more than two. Even though he helped he still didn't give her the write lyric, come on guys, TWIlights last gleaming, not STARlight, close but not correct. Can't wait for her web redemption on tosh.o, lol.
Sylviaizzle 1 year ago
tosh.o!
cruzer1067 1 year ago 3
Don nelson!!!
sparty007 1 year ago
Good job dude
TwinLocusts 1 year ago 2
It doesn't get any classier than that.
BooRikkaaa101 1 year ago 2
Absolute class. I'm now a huge Mo Cheeks fan.
bryanhfs 1 year ago 3
If I was her I would have cried of Embarrassment. Mo cheeks is awesome for helping her :)
angrybeaversfan 1 year ago 3
A coach, teacher, mentor ... whatever you choose to call them has that gift in their soul. Mo could no more watch that young lady struggle with her singing than he could one of his players. He did what came naturally ... stepped in, took control then gave it back for the big finish.
tdove118 1 year ago 3
I'm really glad Mo Cheeks came to help this girl, but he didn't know the words! "come on at the star light's last gleaming" really Mo? At least know the words!
vaibanez17 1 year ago
Classy move by Mo Cheeks.
just2havandenjoylife 1 year ago
what a sweety.
eldrama2 1 year ago
Everytime I watch this, it makes me smile and tear up at the same time. Mo will forever have my respect as a MAN. I am sure he knows he can't sing a lick, but helped a little girl get through a problem with no regard for himself. GREAT JOB!!
gina928 1 year ago 2
..what year was this?
raiders2000 1 year ago
... God Bless America !..and God Bless Mo for helping her out.. I would've done the same thing :) ...true character and patriotisim right there.. :)
raiders2000 1 year ago
This is what the national anthem is really about. Not celebrities singing it in some style you've never heard before, but about a whole bunch of normal people getting through it and really putting their heart into it. Kudos to Mo Cheeks for being a good American and friend to that girl.
tmservo 1 year ago
This video is a powerful example of how a coach and/or teacher can assist a student to be the best and do something hard. I loved how the coach did not hesitate to help, kept a supporting shoulder and said, "Come on, come on.", sang through it to help her through her nerves and backed off immediately to let her get the accolades. It was not about him, it was about supporting the girl. Awesome!!!!
IcyGrooves 1 year ago 51
@IcyGrooves hey i couldnt have said it better then what u have said,, SUCH A CLASSY GUY
brightwood257 1 year ago
@IcyGrooves: Great perception and classy description of the spirit of the scene. Great comment.
cacaupereba 1 year ago
Classy guy. Quick thinking.
pattijor 1 year ago
Solidarity.
Portland Trail Blazesr. <- lol
mola1 1 year ago
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His black hand looks so hot on her soft white skin
9114southcentral 1 year ago
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Mo fucked this kid after the game with his long black rod
9114southcentral 1 year ago
Adding to my previous post: Mo didn't go to the bench and have any look of ridicule, like he was going to make fun of that scared young girl. He was all business.
That's a gentleman with some class.
PlacentaPudding 1 year ago 4
Why isn't this on the "Where caring happens?" This makes me believe it.
Absolutely 100% classy move by Mo Cheeks. The fans, players, AND COACHES were singing along to both help that girl and take a little pride in the song.
This video put a smile on my face. Now someone show it to Kanye West and tell him "this is how you act."
PlacentaPudding 1 year ago 3
the world needs more ppl like Mr. Mo... RESPECT! 90% of the ppl would boo' her right away...
levezinho 1 year ago
Mr. Maurice Cheeks You need some SINGING lessons!! But GREAT JOB for helping this YOUNG lady find her words!!!'
GREAT JOB!!!!
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She's dead man :(
LeClassics 2 years ago
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Hmm, stalker eh.
LeClassics 2 years ago
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So rude.
LeClassics 2 years ago
I have tremendous respect for that man. Everyone stood and watched and waited until someone did something. Sometimes all it takes is for one person to do the right thing. I think we all know who the true star was that night... Mo Cheeks.
Chance2380 2 years ago 3
Phew. Props to the young lady. I wouldn't have been able to finish.
Benefit1970 2 years ago
somebody forgot to launch the rockets... hehe.. the guy was probably also singing
donblueice 2 years ago
somebody forget to launched the "rockets" .. hehe
donblueice 2 years ago
great moment, great crowd, great man...mo cheeks deserves the assist of the decade.
defensiveemphasis 2 years ago 5
That was so sweet
Zarathustrasbrother 2 years ago 2
how sweet is he! loved that; made me chuckle and tear up. merry christmas, mo--you're a good man.
lonelybaker 2 years ago 2
poor girl.. check out my friend singing it! search "natalie singing the national anthem" its by kdetweiler1292
recently added this week
xogenevievebabeox 2 years ago
Classy
Nice moment
ColdDish1 2 years ago
poor girl
bchpln34 2 years ago
Mo Cheeks is now an assistant coach with my beloved Oklahoma City Thunder NBA team.
1930Wls 2 years ago
What a classy guy Mo Cheeks is...he'll always have my respect
whtlghtn49 2 years ago 73
As we say in England, 'You'll never walk alone', not with real men by your side, well done Mo.
jenks008 2 years ago 2
poor girl ;/
mariamedori88 2 years ago
class all the way by Mo Cheeks, I have gained a lot more respect for him!
stubbsss 2 years ago 4
he should be the president
mrali05 2 years ago
Mo is a classy guy.
TXUSA23 2 years ago 2
Class Act by Mo all the way
jopez94585 2 years ago 2
Aww.
On a sidenote this single act probably saved Mo's job at Portland even after like 3 loosing seasons
meowdragon 2 years ago
Meowdragon - considering as how this was a Playoff game, don't you think that Mo getting them there to begin with had more to do with him keeping his job than the show of true class and character?
Beldavash 2 years ago
Considering how they failed to even make the playoffs next season, ending a streak of 21 consecutive playoff seasons. And with the team going down the shitter and rebuilding, they had no need for a veteran coach like Mo, so I'd say he's pretty lucky to keep his job for as long as he had.
PS: You are not writing a letter, the magic of youtube let's me know you're replying to me without you having to put my user name in front.
meowdragon 2 years ago
So the next season was a different story. What does that have to do with the night when this happened - which you claim is what "saved his job after three losing seasons"?
Beldavash 2 years ago
You can't even quote someone correctly how can you even try to dispute a point? Think first before you respond. I'm not saying Mo's action wasn't due to the fact he's a stand up guy. But I already explained how he kept his job for longer than he should have (basketball-wise), my guess is due to the fact he's such a class act. Make sure you actually understand what someone's saying before responding. You can disagree but at least disagree to what was actually said.
meowdragon 2 years ago
Whatever. You seem to be seeing this like a whole "disagreement" where I was trying to make it a discussion.
So how about we just say that You Win and call it a day...
Beldavash 2 years ago
just shut up and fall back u fool. u got no place shoving that B.S down peoples throats u ignoramus. Mo Cheeks's career shouldnt concern u, u shitstain. whys his business on ur mind anyway? u too busy shooting the e-breeze to have a life of ur own? meowdragon? whats that a cat with scales and wings that spits fire? yo i hunt those every fall down in zablu querde. they got nothin
mr1eight7 2 years ago
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lol check out this retard getting all riled up. I made a statement, and I stick by it. Oh you sad pathetic loser, can't originate original thoughts and gets all pissy over nothing. Did u actually expect me to read all of your poorly constructed comment?
meowdragon 2 years ago
I find it hilarious that you would include "poorly constructed comment" with your own poorly constructed english spelling and punctuation. I see another victim of texting rules.
jonmarch2525 2 years ago 2
Yes, it's so hilarious. So very funny. You must have a great sense of humor
meowdragon 2 years ago
very class!! one of the most touching moments in the NBA..
kikostrum 2 years ago 3
yeah you gotta give it up to mo
LGlyde9989 2 years ago
Very classy of Mo.
kray97 2 years ago 3
ditto
r3dd3vil 2 years ago
God, Nick Van Exel was sweaty as fuck, and the game didn't even start yet.=
SmallerC 2 years ago 6
the girl's 13 years old and scared as hell to sing in front of such a big crowd. obviously with such an important song you gotta make sure you have it right, but you cant say it wasnt touching when mo cheeks came in and helped her out, in front of a very supportive crowd too.
mehoo44 2 years ago
Mo Cheeks to the rescue!
quick96 2 years ago
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I wipe my ass with american flag
ordinaryman1982 2 years ago
there are better ways to wipe if you have a bad case of hemorrhoids, i know it's a nice cloth... but try baby wipes.
alexoc949 2 years ago 3
Jeez...talk about a tough crowd! She just choked, no biggie. I'd probably wet myself and go blank in front of that many people. She's just a kid and not a professional.
What makes this a great video is the Mo Cheeks saved the day. Class act that one!!
ryzeigler 2 years ago 3
mo cheeks ftw --- alltime ftw
JustAintthatWay 2 years ago
Class, God bless U.S.A
mritchie85 2 years ago
Saw this live - class move. That kid wasn't ready. Her parents more than likely were pushy helicopter parents cringing on the sidelines. Thankfully a quick-witted Mo Cheeks saves the day for everybody. I'm sure LeBron James would've done the same thing.... NOT. He'd be laughing and high-fiving Mo Williams and snapping imaginary pictures. Because he's a bitch.
mrplavick9 2 years ago 6
Mrplavick9...really now? really?
onequitebitterbeing 2 years ago
i dont get it wats helping her
jordesy778 2 years ago
Got goosebumps - class act by Mo Cheeks
joobajoobajoo 2 years ago
Mo Cheeks was "Awesome" helping this girl. It's what makes our country so Great. "Happy 4th 2009".
Rixar13 2 years ago
How embarrassing
pipernick 2 years ago
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The girl is a dipshit. This is something you should know if you're over...oh i don't know...7? 6?
onequitebitterbeing 2 years ago
This is not at all meant to be rude.I agree. But I am her age almost four times all together and I would have you know what my pants if I had to sing it in front of 20,000 fans after the 3rd game of play offs. ...If any youtuber wants to say that she should not have gone to the mike if she was afraid remember how you were at 13. At that age we tend to think that we know everything and will not stop trying to prove it. lol. Last, I don't think that they teach this song in schools anymore.
ekocentric 2 years ago
it's not too hard to remember what it was like when i was 13, it was just a year ago. If people on other continents can do it, why can't she. Should she know the extended version? No. Few people do. But she was butchering the easy-peasy version. Now if she happens to be a person who suffers from stage fright, that's ok. Shaky voice, nervous, whatever. She should have came to the realization that she couldn't do it before she even considered it though. She looked like she didn't pass 1st grade.
onequitebitterbeing 2 years ago
Bitter, bitter, bitter. I still say that I am surprised that kids know the lyrics to the star spangled banner. As an air force veteran and having grown up with the patriotic songs I am as appalled as you are. But the girl was 13 years old. It is hard to get a child that age to change their underwear. Her butchering of Francis Scot Keys national anthem she may have forgotten the time that Cheeks assisted her. Remember that you are a few years older and that people are going to do that to you.
ekocentric 2 years ago
Not trying to be bitter. I just think its wrong to live in a country you were born and raised in and not know a basic and possibly internationally recited anthem. And I didn't say this before, but I'm happy Maurice Cheeks helped her. It made him seem like a saint to assist (pun intended) her. Whatever team gets him would've gotten a steal (boy, another pun).
P.S.: for those of you who do not understand these puns, look Maurice Cheeks up on Google/Wikipedia and you will understand what i mean.
onequitebitterbeing 2 years ago
I hate when kids sing the national anthem. If they mess up its like were suppose to have sympathy for them. Please. Either have your shit correct or get off stage
bubbz415 2 years ago
RELAXX
tURtuGa24 2 years ago
yea, why would you want the youth of america to show their patriotism? Dope.....
porkers100 2 years ago
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I don't mind the youth showing their patriotisms. I'm just saying have you're shit correct if you're going to sing the National Anthem
bubbz415 2 years ago
agreed. we all make mistakes though... even when we have our shit together. They should at least have the words going on a teleprompter when dealing with non professionals at any age. Cause getting in front of huge crowds and singing is a world of difference from signing it in your shower thousands of times. I don't think she was unprepared, i think the pressure just got to her.
alexoc949 2 years ago 4
We all mess up.
gobbledygookie 2 years ago
that man is all class
WiloWiG 2 years ago 5
Mo Cheeks - Great player, great man, terrible singer.
Beef266 2 years ago 3
mo cheeks just wanted the girl to hurry the hell up so he could get the game going
haha jk. classy move
fluffynoses 2 years ago
HE"S a GREAT MAN
nikeboy23killermoves 2 years ago
what a Classic man to help her when she was in need.
That is a Classical proof that Mo cheeks is a great man
allanfurlan 2 years ago
What a sweet little girl! And what a kind man! She is a good singer who forgot the words. He is a bad singer who remembered tham. Put them together.. and you have magic!
dropover 2 years ago 6
Only in America
kububeach 2 years ago
Go Blazer Fans!!! And Coach Mo Cheeks!!
Eagleman88 2 years ago
i knew the girl. she went to my middle school
vanhalo 2 years ago
That was the sweetest, most gentlemanly thing I have seen in a long time. That could have been the worst day of her young life, he turned it into a great one. I am so proud of the fans, also, they could have turned on her, instead, they just sang out loudly. WTG all who was there.
WOWhas1Me 2 years ago 2
My fellow americans should've made *this* guy president!
alvaug2 2 years ago
Maurice Cheeks is really a good man. Could you imagine that of all the people in there, an NBA coach approached to help the girl? Where are her parents? Where are the staff that coached her sing? Where are the staff that brought her there? I am not an American but I admired Mo Cheeks patriotism. This video makes us want to stand up for our country and be proud. I hope Mo Cheeks find another coaching job in the NBA because he deserves it.
MadzOrak 3 years ago 2
I agree I think people always assume people know the national anthem. I tried singing it now and I had some trouble. It seems so easy because you just follow along. Mo Cheeks stepped up and saved the day. I hope that girl didn't feel too bad about what happened because she just got flustered that's all. Mo Cheeks is a great guy and he deserves to coach a team in the NBA in the 2009-2010 season.
MumbotheShaman 2 years ago 2
That was all class. Mo Cheeks is a gentleman.
mcchipdawg 3 years ago
how sweet this was a long time ago, 76ers gave coach Cheeks the pink slip today :( best of luck to him
Lranee 3 years ago
nicely done much respect to mo cheeks
elevatorman34 3 years ago
Mo Cheeks is the man
bankhog207 3 years ago 2
what a CLASSSY man!
sylviepete 3 years ago 4
mo cheeks is the man
Taleb13 3 years ago
The American spirit at it's best.
mccarcpc 3 years ago 5
Yea exactly, it's not just Mo Cheeks singing with her, the crowd also joined in to help
koryan222 3 years ago
Poor little girl. She was probably so nervous which caused her to forget the words and then she became mortified. Mo Cheeks showed a lot of class. As well as all the people in the arena and the other players and coaches on the floor who helped sing a long. Good for all of them.
SCRBOBBY 3 years ago 5
Mo Cheeks = More respect for this then anything he ever did as the Blazers coach.
Duckman2052 3 years ago 8
That's a real man
gcbranco 3 years ago 4
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Hhahaha...Mo was only trying to get some white pussy!!!
USArC0WARDS 3 years ago
What a sick commennt . . . that girl's under age!
ShutEmDownNow 3 years ago 3
No, that was a true American, showing some American class, American compassion and some outstanding over your head American leadership!!!! you on the other hand...I bet you dont like what you see when you look at yourself in the mirror, do you?
isaac407 3 years ago 5
Mo Cheeks is really a gentleman. How many of you are capable to do the same thing, in front of millions??? U are the man, MO!
othono 3 years ago 3
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pure class, but they seriously should get someone who doesnt forget the lyrics
twister1990 3 years ago
maurice cheeks is nothing but class!!!
jacques151 3 years ago 6
I cry everytime I watch this -- Mo Cheeks is the man!
TheJeffKulprit 3 years ago 6
Jesus, the girl was obviously really nervous. You people who think she wasnt being patriotic are a joke. You could practice your whole life for something like that and still be overcome with nerves on the night. Least she had the guts to get up there. Easy to criticize.
fuckfacemcginty 3 years ago 9
mo gets my respect
martinas32 3 years ago 3
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dude.. that was pitiful. that girl will never get invited to sing anywhere anymore. what is this country coming to?! got respect for mo cheeks.
natethehawaiian 3 years ago
um dumbie, she was actually invited to sing the national antheem on the road couple times. do research. i was at this game, it was amazing.
mensur21 3 years ago
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it doesn't matter if she was asked to sing again. point is if you screw up something that patriotic you shouldn't be allowed to do a repeat solo. you would think that if they thought highly enough of the invitation to sing they would take it seriously and learn the lyrics until it was second nature.
natethehawaiian 3 years ago
um dude why dont u go in front of 20,000 fans and sing it.
mensur21 3 years ago
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well that still doesn't address the issue of learning the song throughly before you sing it. it's like purposely winging it when you know you have something really important coming up.
natethehawaiian 3 years ago
stop intentionally trolling you dumb fuck.
she's talented and she wants to sing. if someone wants her to sing the national anthem that's their problem, not yours, ours, or anyone else in the whole god damn fucking world.
SrustinLim 3 years ago
touche. looks like i hit close to home for someone here.
natethehawaiian 3 years ago
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fuck u natethehawaiian, get off her nuts you faggit
FlamesXT10 3 years ago
That's what being a man is all about!
afjkidd5 3 years ago 7
bookmark this video in case you ever have a bad day and need a reminder about how little acts of kindness go a long way. Mo immortalized himself and made that little girl feel appreciated. great guy!
egweber95 3 years ago 12
what a great class act by a classy coach. Hang in there too Natalie because you have a good singing voice.
PhillipCreeper 3 years ago 4
But yet American Idol Winner Jordan Sparks takes the easy way out and Lip Syncs the National Anthem in SB 42.. I have a thousand times more respect for this girl than anyone who goes out there and lip syncs
JayJunior 4 years ago 7
they all do at the superbowl
myronkelly67 3 years ago
Still doesn't make it right
JayJunior 3 years ago 2
wow. how humiliating. man that must hav been tough. 2 thumbs up 4 mo tho
broadwayluvr17 4 years ago 2