INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — Nine-time Grammy nominee and five-time GMA Dove Awards Female Vocalist of the Year Natalie Grant will sing “The Star-Spangled Banner” at the 109th Indianapolis 500, the Indianapolis Motor Speedway announced today.
The Christian-music artist is joining international opera icon Arturo Chacón-Cruz, who will sing “God Bless America,” for their stellar performances at the IMS.
“Natalie’s emotional and stirring rendition of the national anthem in front of the grandstand sellout crowd will be an unforgettable moment during pre-race ceremonies for the Indy 500,” IndyCar and IMS President Doug Boles said. “The national anthem pays honor to the country we love and gets us one step closer to the final, dramatic and electric moments leading up to the start of the Indianapolis 500.”
Grant most recently debuted “Seasons” to the top of the Christian Billboard charts. The project hosts many cross-genre artists, including Mary Mary, CeCe Winans, and — in Grant’s single “Step By Step” — Dolly Parton.
Outside of music, Grant works as a co-founder to fight human trafficking with the nonprofit Hope for Justice. All around the world, Hope for Justice helps over 150,000 children and adults each year.
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