Drake Grillo, at the tender age of three, made history as the youngest singer to perform the National Anthem at the Carrier Dome. This remarkable feat occurred during the Syracuse women’s basketball team’s annual School Day game against Niagara on December 17, 2018.
Displaying confidence beyond his years, Drake enthralled over 6,000 spectators as the opening performer of the day. His impeccable rendition of the anthem not only highlighted his budding talent but also his remarkable courage.
The performance quickly captured the hearts of many after being uploaded to YouTube, where it garnered 5.8 million views and a flood of accolades. One viewer remarked, “Wonderful! He had the melody down as well as the words. I know adults who stumble over the words! Well done little brave heart!”
