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Hawaiian singer and musician Willie K. stunned the crowd at the Aloha stadium in Honolulu on Saturday with a new interpretation of the national anthem.
Accompanied by his ukulele, he got rid of the traditional melody and left with his for "The Star-Spangled Banner" before the match between the University of Hawaii and the University of Nevada, Reno.
The result turned Willie K. – a local legend known for his virtuoso skills on both the ukulele and the guitar – into a viral superstar overnight.
What makes the performance unforgettable even more impressive is that Willie K. managed to do it despite a fight against lung cancer.
Hawaii News Now said the interpreter's last chemotherapy session was in April, but he is currently undergoing treatment to boost his immune system.
Fans have contributed to a GoFundMe campaign to help him with his medical bills.
Here are some reactions to his interpretation of the national anthem:
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