As a long-time admirer of Lady Gaga’s talent and activism, witnessing her performance at Kamala Harris’ final rally was nothing short of inspiring. The way she seamlessly transitioned from “God Bless America” to “Edge of Glory”, embodying the spirit of resilience and hope, left me in awe.
Fans of Lady Gaga, eagerly anticipating which song she’d perform at Kamala Harris’ final rally in Philadelphia on Monday night, were treated to a powerful rendition of “God Bless America” by Irving Berlin instead – a song that could arguably rival “Edge of Glory”. However, they didn’t have to wait long for Lady Gaga’s own motivational anthem. After Harris delivered her climactic speech, Lady Gaga took the stage once more at midnight, marking the start of Election Day, to sing “Edge of Glory” as the clock struck 12.
Lady Gaga stated during her performance of the Berlin classic that for over half of this nation’s existence, women’s voices were absent. She acknowledged the resilient women from that era who raised families, maintained households, and supported men in their decision-making processes. However, tomorrow, women will have a role in shaping these decisions. Gaga expressed gratitude to the strong, determined women who have shaped her personally. She voted for a candidate who will serve as president for all Americans. Now, Pennsylvania, it’s your turn. The future of our country relies on you. So, ensure that every voice is heard tomorrow. Let’s go!
During the night, Lady Gaga was surrounded by many famous friends. A seven-hour live broadcast from states that could sway the election featured a heartfelt speech by Oprah Winfrey, performances by Katy Perry, Christina Aguilera, Ricky Martin, Sugarland, and an unexpected collaboration between Jon Bon Jovi, Michael Stipe, and the War & Treaty, along with several others.
During the live broadcast of campaigning, events in Michigan, North Carolina, and Nevada occurred, but it was clear that the events in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh received the most attention. In wrapping up her final rally in Philadelphia, near the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Harris emphasized, “It is you, Pennsylvania, who will determine the outcome of this election.
Following Lady Gaga’s debut, Oprah introduced a group of fresh, first-time voters. Later, she gave a speech that combined encouragement and positivity with a warning that the future of our nation could hang in the balance during the upcoming hours.
Oprah Winfrey acknowledged that some of you might be feeling exhausted, hurt, and insignificant, but nothing could be more untrue. Each and every vote matters greatly, which is why I’m here in Philadelphia tonight, and yesterday I was on the other side of the country hiking, where I met a woman named Angela who was considering skipping this election. However, she soon regretted her decision. She admitted as much to me. So I told her, ‘We can’t afford to sit this one out.’
If we fail to appear at the polls tomorrow, it’s quite likely that we may never have another chance to vote,” Winfrey emphasized. “I want to stress this point: if you don’t help ensure that the people in your circle can exercise their right to vote, that would be a mistake. Abstaining from making a choice is, without a doubt, a decision to let others determine your future…
“Now, all we all know what we’re voting against, so I want to end by reminding you about. A few things that we’re voting for: We are voting to defend and protect the Constitution of the United States. We are voting for values. We are voting for values and integrity. We are voting for the right to choose what happens to our own bodies. We’re we’re voting to save ourselves from this precipice of danger. Where we now stand, all the anxiety and the fear you’re feeling, you’re feeling that because you sense the danger and you change that with your vote. We are voting for healing over hate.”
Oprah donned a t-shirt displaying the phrase “Yes She Can,” and just prior to her, Will.i.am performed his tune titled the same, which he composed initially for the Hillary Clinton presidential campaign back in 2016.
In Detroit, Bon Jovi performed “Livin’ on a Prayer”. During the chorus, the husband-and-wife duo, War & Treaty, took over the higher parts, and Stipe provided additional vocals. However, Stipe’s own lead performance of “Driver 8” wasn’t part of the live broadcast.
From the heart of Pittsburgh, I belted out “Dark Horse,” “Part of Me,” “Firework,” and even a captivating rendition of Whitney Houston’s timeless “Greatest Love of All.” However, due to the livestream hopping from city to city and switching between speeches, only fragments of my performance reached home viewers. The night was orchestrated by DJ Cassidy, who kept the energy high from his turntable-laden stage in Philadelphia.
It’s not just big-name artists who are musical performers; the band that accompanied Beyoncé during “Freedom” was actually the Morehouse House of Funk Marching Band, based in Atlanta.
Fat Joe, the seasoned rapper who recently performed in New York prior to a World Series Game at Yankee Stadium, shifted his musical endorsement to another competition on Monday. He warmly introduced Ricky Martin by saying, “It seems they were looking for a Puerto Rican in Philly, and I’m overjoyed to be here and proudly represent the Puerto Ricans.
Prior to her final performance in Philadelphia, Harris gave a remarkably similar speech earlier in Pittsburgh. In Pittsburgh, she was introduced by Cedric the Entertainer who remarked, “She’s not a demagogue, yet she’s not demure… Tonight, let’s dance, and tomorrow let’s create history.
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2024-11-05 08:47