Youthful Brilliance: Malea Emma’s Stirring US Anthem at Men’s Basketball Contest

When seven-year-old vocalist Malea Emma was preparing to sing the US national anthem at a basketball game in California, the audience had no idea she would deliver such an incredibly powerful performance. Despite her small stature, Malea possesses a mighty voice, and the spectators at the game watched in amazement as she performed the song with flawless precision, as if it were effortless for someone her age.

To date, over two and a half million viewers have watched the video of Malea’s stunning performance, with many finding it hard to believe that such a powerful voice could belong to someone so young. Her impressive vocals would be remarkable coming from someone three times her age, and her undeniable stage presence adds to the impact of her rendition.

Malea’s story has been shared countless times online, with numerous articles detailing how she began taking singing lessons at the age of three. She made her onstage debut at five years old, performing ‘On My Own’ from ‘Les Misérables’ during the American Protégé Winners Recital in NYC. She later won an online competition, which led to her being selected to sing the national anthem at an LA Galaxy and Seattle Sounders soccer match in 2018.

From that point on, Malea became one of the most sought-after anthem singers in the country, performing the song at numerous sports events across the US at the request of teams like the Clippers and the Golden State Warriors. However, for Malea, her journey as a national anthem singer truly began at that soccer game between LA Galaxy and the Seattle Sounders. You can watch the video of her extraordinary performance below.

It’s safe to say, Music Man readers, that Malea Emma can sing. She’s not just any singer; considering she is still just a young girl, it’s easy to understand why her incredibly powerful vocals and impressive control over her voice have led to her singing the national anthem at sports events all across America. Indeed, her reputation has grown so much that she has already been awarded a ‘golden ticket’ for the television show American Idol, granting her automatic entry into the show’s Hollywood round as soon as she turns 15 and is eligible to compete. As such, we surely haven’t heard the last from this talented young lady yet, and many of her fans are eagerly anticipating where her blossoming singing career will take her next.