Flavor Flav, the rap legend and iconic Public Enemy hype man, has garnered attention and praise after his recent national anthem performance at a Milwaukee Bucks game. The footage of his rendition quickly went viral, earning him offers from two more NBA teams to perform the anthem.
Key Takeaway
Flavor Flav’s national anthem performance at a Milwaukee Bucks game has gained attention and opened doors for him in the NBA. Two teams have already extended offers for future performances, allowing him to further showcase his talent and pay tribute to his family and veterans who served in the military.
A Tribute to Family and Veterans
This opportunity was a significant moment for Flavor Flav as it allowed him to fulfill a bucket list wish. He shared that his motivation to perform the national anthem stemmed from wanting to honor his family members who served in the U.S. military, some of whom made the ultimate sacrifice.
“When I sang that national anthem, I was singing it for them because they’re not here to sing it for themselves,” said Flavor Flav. “I did that in honor of my family and also for a lot of other people’s families, too, that fought for this country.”
A Positive Response
While Flavor Flav received mixed reviews online, he stated that the positive feedback he received far outweighed any negativity. Ultimately, what truly mattered to him was that he had fun performing. “I ain’t gonna lie, I was kind of proud of myself after I did it,” he admits.
Additionally, two of his famous fans, Anthony Anderson and Flo Rida, expressed their admiration for his performance, affirming that Flavor Flav indeed “crushed it.”
New Opportunities on the Horizon
Flavor Flav revealed that this may not be a one-time experience for him. Thanks to the exposure from his recent performance, two organizations have already reached out to offer him future gigs. Notably, one of these organizations is his favorite team, adding to his anticipation and excitement for what lies ahead.
