Country music sensation Toby Keith, known for such patriotic songs as Courtesy of the Red, White, and Blue that feature such tough lyrics as “we’ll put a boot in your ass, it’s the American way,” was reduced to tears after a 93-year-old veteran said three simple words.
“God bless America.”
Keith had brought the veteran, retired Lt. Col. Harry Frizzell of Oklahoma, a man who served in the armed forces for nearly 35 years, on stage to help him sing a couple of hits for the big encore.
Keith said he wanted his audience to see what “a true American hero looks like.”
Frizzell served in three separate wars – World War II, the Korean War, and the Vietnam War.
After finishing the songs, Keith handed over the microphone.
via The Blaze:
As the country music artist finished singing the two songs, he handed Frizzell the microphone.
“I would like to say just a few letters here,” Frizzell told a cheering audience. “God bless America.”
That’s when Keith appeared to get emotional. Keith is seen on video bending over as he is overcome with emotion. Moments later, he stands upright again, and uses his fingers to dab his eyes.
You can watch the encore below (Frizzell speaks at about the 10:55 mark) …
What did you think of Keith bringing the 93-year-old veteran on stage with him? How great was the audience reaction to what he said?
