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Video: Kelly Clarkson sings at Obama inauguration

Kelly Clarkson poses for the February issue of 'Cosmopolitan' magazine, out Jan. 8. (Credit: Marc Horn)

You didn't have to appreciate the historical significance to enjoy the swearing-in of President Obama for his second presidential term Monday. Music lovers had a field day, too, as Kelly Clarkson gave a moving rendition of My Country, 'This of Thee.

In addition to the former American Idol winner's onstage moment, Beyoncé sang the national anthem, and James Taylor and the Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir...