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My Performance At Paris Olympics Opening Ceremony A Gift I’ll Never Forget – Lady Gaga

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American pop icon Stefani Germanotta, better known as Lady Gaga, captivated audiences with a stunning performance at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games opening ceremony on Friday.

The singer enthralled the crowd with a rendition of the French cabaret classic “Mon Truc en Plumes,” originally performed by Zizi Jeanmaire, from the base of the Eiffel Tower. Gaga’s performance was a tribute to French culture and artistry, blending history with her unique flair.

Expressing her gratitude in a statement via V, Gaga recounted the meticulous preparations for the event. “I feel so completely grateful to have been asked to open the Paris Olympics 2024 this year. I am also humbled to be asked by the Olympics organizing committee to sing such a special French song—a song to honor the French people and their tremendous history of art, music, and theatre,” she shared.

The choice of “Mon Truc en Plumes,” a song famously sung by Parisian ballerina Zizi Jeanmaire in 1961, held special significance for Gaga. “This song was sung by Zizi Jeanmaire, born in Paris. The title means ‘My Thing with Feathers.’ And this is not the first time we’ve crossed paths. Zizi starred in Cole Porter’s musical ‘Anything Goes,’ which was my first jazz release,” she noted.

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Despite not being French, Gaga emphasised her deep connection with French culture. “I have always felt a very special connection with French people and singing French music,” she said. For the performance, Gaga and her team rented pom poms from the Le Lido archive, collaborated with Dior for custom costumes made with naturally molted feathers, and incorporated modern choreography inspired by classic French dance.

Reflecting on her journey, Gaga revealed, “I rehearsed tirelessly to study a joyful French dance, brushing up on some old skills—I bet you didn’t know I used to dance at a 60’s French party on the lower east side when I was first starting out! I hope you love this performance as much as I do.”

In her heartfelt message to France, Gaga expressed her appreciation for the warm welcome and the unforgettable experience. “To everyone in France, thank you so much for welcoming me to your country to sing in honor of you—it’s a gift I’ll never forget!” she wrote.

She concluded by congratulating the athletes, saying, “Congratulations to all the athletes who are competing in this year’s Olympic Games! It is my supreme honor to sing for you and cheer you on!”

Lady Gaga’s performance has already been hailed as one of the most memorable moments of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, a testament to her dedication and the deep cultural resonance of her chosen song.

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‘Stop Checking Your Partner’s Phone’ – Yhemolee Urges Couples

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Popular media personality, Idowu Adeyemi, known as Yhemolee, has advised couples against checking their partner’s phones in the bid to monitor infidelity.

The nightlifer, who recently married his longtime girlfriend, Thayour B, warned that it can be dangerous to do so, as the information found on a partner’s phone could lead to emotional distress or even pose a risk to one’s mental well-being and life.

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Speaking in a video message shared via his Instagram account, Yhemolee said, “My friend called me this morning and told me his fiancée is in the hospital struggling to breathe.

“I asked if she had any terminal illness and he said no. He said she checked his phone overnight. My point is, stop checking your partner’s phone, if you die, the person that made you lose your life will move on.

“My friend confirmed to me that if his fiancée went through his phone very well, she might not survive and even if she survives, whenever she remembers what she saw, she would be traumatised.”

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‘They Say I Worship The Devil’ – Rema Addresses Craziest Rumor

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Nigerian singer Divine Ikubor, better known as Rema, has addressed the wildest rumor he’s encountered about himself online.

The ‘Calm Down’ sensation revealed that the most absurd claim made against him was being labeled as “a devil worshiper.”

Rema featured in a recent episode of the ‘Kids Take Over’ podcast.

The host asked: “What’s the most crazy, untrue thing that you’ve seen online about you?”

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Rema replied: “They say worship the devil [laughs]. It’s crazy. I didn’t respond to it because it is not important. It’s a waste of time.”

The singer explained that the symbols he used in expressing his art were Edo culture and not satanic.

Rema shared this during a recent episode of the ‘Kids Take Over’ podcast.

Rema also spoke about working with Canadian superstar, Drake in 2020 for his song ‘Mention Me’ which got leaked.

“I’m happy to work with a legend like Drake. I feel like we are going to make a very huge song if we take our time to build something very strong,” he said.

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Edo Election: ‘Go Where?’ – Davido Rejects Police Call For Voters To Leave After Voting

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Nigerian music star David Adeleke, widely known as Davido, has disagreed with the advice that voters should leave polling stations immediately after casting their ballots in the ongoing Edo State gubernatorial election.

Davido’s reaction came in response to a statement by Frank Mba, the Deputy Inspector General of Police responsible for election security.

In an interview with Channels Television on Saturday morning, Mba urged Edo residents to fulfill their civic duty and return home after voting.

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He also announced a restriction on vehicular movement in the state from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on election day. “If you’re not accredited for the election, stay off the streets. Cast your vote and go home; it’s your civic duty,” Mba said.

However, Davido, a supporter of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), had a different view.

He suggested that voters should remain at the polling stations to ensure their votes are properly counted and to prevent any potential electoral misconduct.

In a tweet, he responded to Mba’s advice with a humorous yet critical tone, writing, “Loooooooool go where ???”

Davido, whose mother is from Edo State, had previously expressed his support for the PDP candidate, Asue Ighodalo.

On September 15, 2024, the singer posted on Instagram, endorsing Ighodalo as “the next Governor of my Mother’s Homeland @asueighodalo.”

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