Patti LaBelle Pays Tribute To Fallen Heroes At DNC Day 2 | Performance Video

Legendary singer Patti LaBelle took the stage on the second day of the Democratic National Convention (DNC) in Chicago, paying tribute to America’s fallen heroes.August 20, at the United Center, a renowned personality in the R&B genre, LaBelle, performed as part of the evening’s program.

Legendary rapper Common was one of the musical performances on opening night, and LaBelle’s performance came after. Her presence highlighted the convention’s theme of “A Bold Vision for America’s Future” and represented an important turning point. Not unfamiliar with the DNC, LaBelle had previously performed a stirring version of the civil rights hymn “A Change is Gonna Come” during the 2004 DNC.

Rapper Common performed on the second day of the conference, following LaBelle onto the stage. Notable for his advocacy and past DNC performances, Common and John Legend sang “Glory” during the imaginary 2020 DNC during the epidemic.

Time limitations forced the cancellation of Rock and Roll Hall of Famer James Taylor’s scheduled performance at the convention, allowing President Joe Biden to take the stage early.

Beyond the convention, LaBelle has ties to the present government. On June 10, 2023, she took part in Biden’s Juneteenth performance on the White House South Lawn. The event celebrated the federal holiday honoring the liberation of the last slaves in 1865. Other well-known performers including Gladys Knight, Kirk Franklin, and Anthony Hamilton joined LaBelle.

Currently, LaBelle is celebrating her 80th birthday and 65 years in the music business with her “8065” tour. The tour started in July and will end in St. Petersburg, Florida, on December 18. LaBelle, who has had a lengthy career, has never shown indications of slowing down. She stated in a previous interview with Billboard that she plans to play for as long as she is able.

Common, who gave a performance at the conference as well, is getting ready for his August 28 start date for his “The Auditorium” tour with Pete Rock. The tour, which promotes their self-titled collaboration album, showcases Common’s continued impact on activism and music.