Which “Sweet Land of Liberty” is that, exactly?

There are many things that a woman like Aretha Franklin can get away with.  I mean, come on, she sang Respect.  RESPECT people! Respect.

I respect you, Ms. Franklin.  You are an innovator.  A game changer.  The music world was different before you came along and I think I speak for everyone when I say that we are all made better by the impact you’ve had on our lives through your music.

However, I would be remiss if I didn’t point out a–shall we say–lack of judgment on the part of Ms. Franklin.  During the inauguration of President Obama on Tuesday, Ms. Franklin approached the podium to sing “My Country Tis of Thee.”  She sings the first few words in a way that suggests a different “Sweet Land of Liberty” than, I believe, was intended.  I mean, is it just me?   Or rather, my roommate and me (he picked up on it too), who, mere seconds into the song, were left saying “your what?  Your WHAT?”  Well, you decide: