Many of us look forward to hearing the national anthem played during sports events. It’s always intriguing to see who will be the voice behind it, particularly during important sporting events when celebrities are often brought in.

When country music singer Keith Urban went onto the ice during the Western Conference playoffs, fans were ready for a treat. His rendition of the “Star-Spangled Banner” has the internet in stitches.

Keith Urban is a four-time Grammy Award winner who has established a successful career in country music. In addition to being an American Idol judge and a coach on The Voice Australia, he is well-known for his philanthropic endeavors.

Urban was born in New Zealand but has dual citizenship in the United States and New Zealand. Since 2006, he has been married to his lovely wife, actress Nicole Kidman.

Supporters of the Nashville Predators have seen numerous great performances while attending their team’s games. The national anthem has been sung beautifully on the ice rink by people like Carrie Underwood and Vince Gill.

The Nashville Predators were slated to face the Anaheim Ducks at Bridgestone Arena when Urban was named as the singer who would perform the national anthem that evening.

It was Urban’s first time performing the “Star-Spangled Banner” at an occasion.

The audience erupts in applause as Keith Urban enters the rink and starts singing. He was, of course, dressed in a yellow Predators jersey with his name on the back.

As the audience fell silent, Urban started singing the national anthem with his unique country twist. His voice fills the room, getting stronger as his performance progresses.

The crowd can’t help but clap as he reaches the patriotic words.

Many artists have performed the Star-Spangled Banner throughout the years, but Urban’s performance is one that hits you right in the heart.

Keith Urban was moved by the whole event.

Urban talked with NHL Network’s Jon Morosi after his turn on the ice. He expressed his gratitude for being picked as the night’s vocalist.

In my 25 years in America, I’ve never been requested to perform the national anthem. It was an honor to do it for the Predators here in Nashville. ”

“It was one of the proudest days of my life.”

After performing the National Anthem before Game 3, Keith Urban chatted with Jon Morosi.

Even fans have commented on how much they appreciated Urban’s performance. Someone wrote

“Keith did an excellent job. It’s fantastic to see some of Nashville’s most prominent singers contributing to hockey! ”

Another person added, “Simple and completely lovely.” “Sold, sold, sold!”

Keith Urban’s rendition of the national anthem can be seen here!