The singer, whose full name is Ledisi Anibade Young, said that she is "overwhelmed" and "honored" to sing the hymn

R&B star Ledisi performed on one of the biggest stages in her Grammy-winning career with a compelling live rendition of "Lift Every Voice and Sing" during the pre-game festivities for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans.

The Grammy-winning singer was backed by the Greater New Orleans High School Choral Collective for her performance.