Ingrid Andress Is ‘Francis Scott Off-Key’ After Viral Performance

On Monday night time, Ingrid Andress stole the highlight on social media together with her conversation-worthy efficiency of the Nationwide Anthem at MLB’s Residence Run Derby. Whereas her rendition definitely acquired everybody speaking, it took a flip when some followers in contrast it to Fergie’s unforgettable 2018 model.

The Blast’s Editor-in-Chief watched Ingrid Andress carry out dwell final night time and immediately knew one thing was off. Whereas discussing the botched efficiency right now a member of the family, Ian Minner, mentioned Ingrid’s new nickname ought to be “Francis Scott Off-Key.” Now, we’re not making an attempt to kick Francis whereas his bridge is down…this is not his fault in any respect – however this latest occasion simply appears a bit ‘off-key’ general. Claiming Andress was drunk may be the right PR answer to get her out of this nightmare and maybe save her profession.

In fact if Andress is truly battling alcohol (which is plausible given her efficiency), we want her the most effective. Nonetheless, her remark saying, “I will let y’all understand how rehab is I hear it is tremendous enjoyable.” does not bode properly for the four-time Grammy nominee and makes us assume twice.

It appears Ingrid Andress isn’t the one one who’s confronted the “off-key” critique throughout an anthem efficiency! Within the unforgettable phrases of Charley Steiner, we are able to’t neglect Carl Lewis, who got here up with the nickname “Francis Scott Off-Key.” His rendition of the Nationwide Anthem, which befell in 1993 earlier than a New Jersey Nets recreation, positively made waves—and never the nice form!

“That anthem brings to thoughts an all-time Charley Steiner second, popping out of the Carl Lewis nationwide anthem within the Nineties: ‘Written by Francis Scott ‘Off’ Key,'” one X user wrote after seeing Ingrid’s Residence Run Derby efficiency.

One other consumer shared a video of Ingrid’s efficiency, writing, “This rendition of the Star Spangled Banner was written by Francis Scott Off-Key.”

“Final night time’s anthem jogs my memory of the best clip from SportsCenter’s historical past,” one X user mentioned as they shared a video of Charley Steiner’s efficiency.

After her efficiency of “The Star-Spangled Banner” at Monday’s Residence Run Derby at Globe Life Area in Arlington, Texas, Ingrid Andress took to social media to share her apologies.

“I apologize to MLB, all of the followers, and this nation I really like a lot for that rendition. I will let y’all understand how rehab is I hear it is tremendous enjoyable,” she added.

Apparently, some conversations took a extra critical flip as folks linked her efficiency to the latest tried assassination of Donald Trump over the weekend.

“Robust week to be an ear in America,” one X user wrote, referring to Trump’s proper ear, which was grazed with a bullet within the capturing, and to Ingrid’s botched efficiency, leaving “ears bleeding” throughout the Nation.

In accordance with The Blast, the 78-year-old presidential candidate was talking at a rally for simply 10 minutes when chaos erupted as pictures have been fired. One bullet got here alarmingly shut, grazing his proper ear and leaving the aspect of his face bloodied.

“Saying ‘ears are bleeding’ will eternally be related to Trump,” one other social media user mentioned.

“That was a fairly unhealthy efficiency! It was actual onerous to hearken to,” one particular person said.

“Somewhat ‘off pitch,'” one other mentioned, including two baseball emojis as a pun, because the efficiency befell on the Residence Run Derby. “Sing it proper or by no means,” they added.

“What a shame. What, was she a pinch hitter for actual expertise? That bodily damage to hearken to,” one other expressed.

“Yeah that was actually unhealthy,” one X consumer said.

After Ingrid launched an apology for her botched efficiency, she acquired assist from varied different artists, actors, and followers, together with Kristen Chenoweth, who commented, “It will likely be okay! You might be doing what it is advisable to do. A proud second.”

Julia Michaels expressed, “Love you woman. I’m sorry you’re going by this And I’m sorry the world may be so merciless. Right here for you xx.”

In 2019, Ingrid Andress hit a serious milestone together with her breakthrough single “Extra Hearts Than Mine,” reaching double platinum standing! She can be a four-time GRAMMY nominee.