Rufus Wainwright really tried his best to sing O Canada at the World Series

Rufus Wainwright's Performance of O Canada at the World Series

In defense of Rufus Wainwright, a Canadian-American who sang the National Anthem at Dodger Stadium prior to Game 5 of the World Series, mistakes happen.

It can be challenging to sing in front of 40,000+ fans, and not many American fans seemed to notice Wainwright's clerical error.

A correct performance of the Canadian anthem on baseball's grandest stage is warranted and expected, especially given the current state of Canada-United States relations.

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Wainwright surely knows the words or else he wouldn't have volunteered to sing the song in the first place
, it's understandable that he tried his best.

Author's summary: Rufus Wainwright attempted to sing O Canada at the World Series.

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