Metal vocalist Joey Belladonna faced significant backlash from NFL fans for his performance of the national anthem prior to the Seattle Seahawks' game against the Chicago Bears on Monday Night Football. Social media users widely criticized the Anthrax lead singer's rendition, with many describing it as "horrible" and "the worst national anthem of the year."
Commenters on X, formerly Twitter, stated that Belladonna "screamed" the anthem and performed it "in every key." One user humorously compared his performance to Mark Wahlberg's character in the movie "Rockstar," noting that the comparison was not a compliment. Another viewer advised the singer to "chill Unc."
However, some viewers defended Belladonna's performance, appreciating his distinctive vocal style. One fan wrote that he "nailed it," while another declared, "Now THAT is how you sing the National Anthem!!"
Belladonna, 66, is best known as the lead singer for the thrash metal band Anthrax.