Nine-time Grammy nominee Natalie Grant will sing the national anthem at the 109th running of theIndianapolis 500this Sunday, per the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Grant is one of the premiere voices in Christian and gospel music, having earned five GMA Dove Awards for Female Vocalist of the Year. Her most recent album, titled "Seasons", debuted atop the Christian Billboard charts. In a May 21 press release, IndyCar and Indianapolis Motor Speedway president J. Douglas Boles stated, "Natalie's emotional and stirring rendition of the national anthem in front of the grandstand sellout crowd will be an unforgettable moment during pre-race ceremonies for the Indy 500." Grant began her career with the traveling group Truth until she signed with Benson Records in 1997 before debuting her first album, titledNatalie Grant, in 1999. She has released 13 albums in total throughout her career. Grant is a major advocate against human trafficking, starting the nonprofit Hope for Justice in an effort to fight against it. She has also authored 11 books, including theFaithgirlz/Glimmer Girlstween series. IMS has already announced that formerNew England Patriots' andTampa Bay Buccaneers' tight end Rob Gronkowski will serve as grand marshal of the Snake Pit. Meanwhile, Bret Michaels and the All-American Rejects will co-headline Carb Day on Friday, May 23, while country group Midland will headline the Firestone Legends Concert on Saturday. This article originally appeared on USA TODAY:Indy 500: Natalie Grant to sing national anthem in Indianapolis
