Beyonce's proudest moment ever? After singing "At Last" for President Barack Obama four years ago at an inaugural ball, the 31-year-old Grammy winner was front and center in front of the U.S. Capitol on Monday Jan. 21 for the ultimate singing honor: Crooning the National Anthem in front of Obama immediately following his swearing-in and speech at the inauguration.
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Stunning with blonde waves, emerald jewelry and a regal, sequined black coat, the singer and mom approached the podium to belt out "The Star Spangled Banner." At one point in the performance, Beyonce removed her earpiece, suggesting a problem with the audio -- but her rousing rendition of the classic patriotic song drew cheers and applause from the huge crowd.
Singer Beyonce performs the National Anthem during the public ceremonial inauguration for U.S. President Barack Obama on the West Front of the U.S. Capitol January 21, 2013 in Washington, DC.
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